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Celebrating winged creatures at 2025 Puget Sound Bird Fest

Lynnwood, WALocal News

The Puget Sound Bird Fest, now in its 21st year, drew hundreds of nature enthusiasts to Edmonds’ Frances Anderson Center for a weekend of activities. Participants engaged in guided bird walks, educational lectures on birding basics and avian migration, and explored over 20 booths at the Exhibitor Rookery. Co-hosted by the City of Edmonds and the Pilchuck Audubon Society, the festival promotes awareness of bird conservation efforts. Sunday’s agenda features additional guided nature walks, a native plant sale, and a boat cruise with Puget Sound Express, enhancing the community's connection to nature. Lectures from local experts provided valuable insights into birding and local history.

The Edmonds Christmas Bird Count was highlighted as part of the festival's educational offerings. Attendees can find more information about the event and ongoing conservation efforts via the Pilchuck Audubon Society’s website. The festival serves as a vital platform for environmental education and community engagement.

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

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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.