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David Neff, 44, pleaded not guilty to 15 charges, including possession of unlawful firearms and explosives, after his 4-year-old son accidentally shot Neff's girlfriend in Lynnwood. Police discovered 73 unsecured firearms and over 10 explosive devices in Neff's home, prompting authorities to double his bail to $1 million. Neff remains in jail with a trial set for September 26.
The Wilcox family’s legacy at Scriber Lake is explored in a new article published on Lynnwood Today. Covering the years from 1910 to 1931, the piece details the family's contributions to the area and highlights their historical significance.
Washington's attorney general fined eight landlords $2,000 each for violating the state's new rent hike cap law. The law, effective since May, limits most rent increases to 10% and requires landlords to notify tenants of legal limits. The enforcement affects over 250 renters and aims to address housing affordability issues in the state.
A human skull discovered in a Mountlake Terrace home has been reconstructed to help identify the deceased, a woman likely aged 21-65. Medical investigator Jane Jorgensen reported that the skull was found in January 2025 during renovations and may date back as far as 1950. The investigation is ongoing as authorities seek DNA samples to aid in identification.
The Edmonds Historical Museum launches a "Sponsor an Artifact" campaign to fund the transport and preservation of its collection, moving to a climate-controlled facility. Donations will support archival storage materials and trained staff to care for over 30,000 historical objects. Sponsors receive recognition and exclusive updates, with higher-tier donors offered special tours.
The Lynnwood Police Department and the City of Lynnwood launched a support program for Spanish-speaking small business owners in collaboration with the Latino Educational Training Institute. This initiative, part of the Small Business Development Program, provides resources such as financial guidance and marketing support to help businesses thrive. Currently, 17 businesses are participating, and the city encourages more to join.
Link 1 Line will operate every 12 minutes on weekday evenings and weekends starting August 11 to accommodate construction at Pinehurst Station. Passengers must use the Angle Lake platform at Shoreline South/148th Station during this period. Construction dates include multiple weekends through September.
Lynnwood residents express frustration over persistent garbage issues at 56th Avenue West and 204th Street Southwest. The city holds property owners accountable for maintaining cleanliness on their premises, following complaints and potential penalties for code violations.
Sno-Isle Libraries sponsors an online event, "Gladiators and Secrets of the Colosseum," on August 14 from 4-5 p.m. via Zoom. Participants will explore the reality of gladiators and the significance of the Colosseum. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Volunteers of America Western Washington will host a virtual golf tournament fundraiser on August 13 to support the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center. Tickets cost $125 for a two-person team, with proceeds contributing to the nearly fully funded $26.5 million community center project.