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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has made several temporary tax laws permanent, impacting financial policies that affect residents. This legislation aims to stabilize economic conditions heading into 2026 and beyond. Local stakeholders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these changes.
Registration has opened for the Washington Institute for Parent Leadership (IPL), a free statewide online program aimed at developing parent and community leaders. The program has been recognized for its effectiveness since its inception. Interested participants can now enroll for the fall 2025 session.
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The City of Edmonds plans a virtual open house on September 10 to discuss its Comprehensive Safety Action Plan aimed at reducing transportation-related crashes. This plan, supported by a federal grant, will identify high-risk areas and improve safety for all travel modes. Public input is encouraged during the meeting from 6-7 p.m.
The 5th Annual Rotary Club of Edmonds Oktoberfest Family Festival will take place at the Edmonds Civic Playfield on September 19-20. The event features live music, food vendors, and a Pet Parade, with proceeds supporting local nonprofits. Family-friendly activities will be available throughout the festival, free of charge.
The Food for Thought Online Book Group will host an online event featuring author Steve Hoffman on September 18, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. Participants will discuss Hoffman’s memoir, A Season for That, and explore regional cuisine through Paula Wolfert’s cookbook. The free event requires registration for a Zoom link.
American Legion Post 66 and VFW Post 8870 donated over $1,000 and 200 pounds of food to the Edmonds Food Bank during an event on July 19. The donations also included 200 pounds of personal hygiene items for veterans, highlighting community support for those in need.
Mountlake Terrace defeated Cascade 2-1 in girls soccer, improving their season record to 2-1. In boys tennis, Meadowdale won 6-1 against Archbishop Murphy, while Shorewood triumphed over Lynnwood 7-0. Kamiak edged Edmonds-Woodway 3-2 in girls volleyball, highlighting a competitive start to the fall sports season.
Let’s Go Washington plans to gather signatures for two initiatives aimed at reinstating parental rights in schools and blocking transgender girls from competing in girls’ sports. The initiatives come after recent legislative changes that have ignited debates on gender inclusivity and parental involvement in education. The group must collect 308,911 signatures by January 2, 2026, to bring the measures before lawmakers.
A proposed levy in Edmonds faces critical importance as local resident Chelsea Rudd argues it is essential for maintaining community resources like the farmers market and splash park. Without the levy, Rudd warns of significant cuts that would alter the city's character and safety.