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Candidates have filed to run in the 2025 elections for various positions in South Snohomish County, with significant races in Lynnwood and Edmonds. Incumbent Mayor Christine Frizzell faces a rematch against Councilmember George Hurst, while three candidates vie for the Edmonds City Council Position 3.
My Neighborhood News Network partnered with Se Habla Media to provide daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts featuring English subtitles. This collaboration aims to enhance accessibility and engagement for the Spanish-speaking community in Lynnwood.
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Edmonds will host a drive-thru food drive on May 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All donated food will benefit the Edmonds Food Bank and surrounding area food banks, which face rising costs to feed those experiencing food insecurity. Recommended donations include non-perishable items and cash contributions made out to the church.
Award-winning author David B. Williams will present his book, *Wild in Seattle*, at the Edmonds Waterfront Center on May 22. The event, part of an author series, will begin at 6:30 p.m. and includes accommodations for guests with hearing impairments.
The Foundation for Edmonds School District hosts Ales for the Arts, a concert crawl on May 21 and May 31, to support arts education. The community can enjoy live performances, local food, and a special-edition brew, with proceeds benefiting local students. The event features various activities, including a live auction and interactive games.
Mountlake Terrace High School's Girls Who Code club, founded by Katarina Moye, fosters interest in computer science among students, addressing the gender disparity in the field. The club attracts over 30 participants weekly, allowing students to choose their projects and collaborate on coding activities. Co-run by Jenna Oh, the club emphasizes a supportive environment for both beginners and experienced coders.
Levi Seitz, a prominent vinyl mastering engineer, runs Black Belt Mastering in Brier, where he cuts master lacquers for Grammy-winning artists like Beyoncé and Pearl Jam. Seitz transitioned from aspiring musician to audio engineer, building his business through perseverance and creativity after starting in the industry with an internship. His journey reflects the challenges and successes of self-employment in the audio engineering field.
Paine Field will host its second annual Community Day on May 17, offering free airplane rides for kids aged 8-17 and showcasing unique aircraft, including the U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features local food vendors and educational opportunities in aviation.
The Edmonds Cemetery and Columbarium Board invites the public to the Annual Memorial Day Observance on May 26 at 11 a.m. The event, featuring speaker Douglas Sheehan, will honor veterans with marked graves and offers limited seating and self-guided tours.
The Edmonds Arts Festival seeks workers for 12 days to assist with setup, troubleshooting, and cleanup for the event held on June 13-15, 2025. This opportunity targets high school and college students looking to earn extra money during their break. Interested applicants can find details and apply on the festival's website.