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Verdant Health Commission opens window for 2026 community grants

Lynnwood, WALocal News

The Verdant Health Commission is accepting funding applications from June 2 through July 11, aimed at community nonprofits in South Snohomish County. Approximately $6 million is available for programs that support child, adolescent, and young adult mental health or enhance access to healthcare services. Awards will be announced in late September 2025, with contracts starting January 1, 2026, and concluding December 31, 2026. Karianna Wilson, president of the Verdant board, stated that there is a significant need for these services within the community. To assist applicants, Verdant will hold information sessions on June 6 and June 25.

Community members are encouraged to register for these sessions. The Verdant Health Commission has invested $87 million in local health initiatives since 2011, demonstrating its commitment to improving community health. Interested parties can visit the Verdant website for further details and to submit funding requests.

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Election 2025 Dio Boucsieguez, candidate for Lynnwood City Council Position 1

Snohomish County's primary elections will take place on August 5, featuring two Lynnwood City Council seats with six candidates. Dio Boucsieguez, a business owner and local resident, is running for Position 1 against incumbent Derica Escamilla. He emphasizes transparency, accountability, and community engagement as key aspects of his campaign.

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One year later, memory of Jayda Woods-Johnson still guides a grieving community to action

Community members gathered at Mukilteo Lighthouse Park to honor 13-year-old Jayda Woods-Johnson, who died in a shooting at Alderwood Mall last year. Attendees, many wearing red in her memory, shared stories and called for action on "Jayda's Law," aimed at stricter penalties for juvenile offenders. The trial for the suspect, Samuel Gizaw, is set to begin on July 18.