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Two Meadowdale High School seniors, Grace Shwaiki and Satee Gaim, received $2,000 scholarships from the Kiwanis Club of Edmonds for exemplifying leadership and community service. Shwaiki will study architecture at Cascadia College, while Gaim plans to pursue engineering at a higher education institution.
Washington's gasoline tax will increase by 6 cents per gallon on July 1, marking the first rise in nine years. This hike, part of a $3.2 billion transportation package, aims to address a projected $1 billion shortfall due to rising construction costs and declining gas tax revenues.
The Cascadia Art Museum hosted the inaugural Spark! the Future fundraiser on June 28, celebrating arts education for underserved youth. The event featured a silent auction, local food and beverages, and speeches emphasizing the importance of creative expression in education. Spark! Creativity aims to bridge gaps in arts education, reaching over 400 students in its first year.
The City of Lynnwood kicked off summer with its third-annual “Celebrate!” festival at Alderwood Mall on June 27, 2025. Hundreds enjoyed live music, food, and various activities, marking a vibrant start to the season. The event highlights the community's engagement and enthusiasm for local festivities.
Local youth are engaging in their communities through religious service despite a decline in religious affiliation among younger generations. The Pew Research Center indicates that 43% of young adults in the U.S. identify as religiously unaffiliated, yet many teens actively volunteer, contributing positively to their neighborhoods. Student-run religious clubs at local high schools reflect this interest in faith and community service.
Snohomish County's primary elections are set for August 5, featuring six candidates for two open Lynnwood City Council positions. Incumbent Josh Binda seeks re-election against challengers Tyler Hall and Bryce Owings, who emphasize their personal experiences and community-focused platforms.
Mountlake Terrace's Vincent Monica won a gold medal in the 11-year-old boys' discus and a silver in the shot put at the 2025 AAU West Coast Track & Field National Championship in Sparks, Nevada. His discus throw of 22.90 meters set a new meet record, while his shot put mark of 10.68 meters narrowly missed first place. Both performances qualified him for the upcoming 2025 AAU Junior Olympic Games in Houston.
U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen visited Edmonds' Willow Creek Hatchery to address federal funding cuts jeopardizing salmon recovery efforts. Sound Salmon Solutions faces a $145,000 loss due to the Trump administration's decision to terminate funding for Regional Fisheries Enhancement Groups. Larsen aims to restore funding to support local hatchery operations and educational programs.
Washington state's parole board will consider the case of Anthony D’Amato, a notorious “Hillside Strangler” responsible for the murders of multiple women in the 1970s. D’Amato, now 74, is serving life sentences in Washington and previously pleaded guilty to killing two women in the state. The closed hearing is set for Wednesday, with results to be posted online by July 23.
The Foundation for Edmonds School District received a $25,000 grant from Verdant Health Commission to launch the Whole Families, Whole Community (WFWC) program at Alderwood Middle School. The initiative offers mental health resources, tutoring, and family support services aimed at improving student wellbeing through December 2025.