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The Edmonds-Woodway Warriors showcased their defensive prowess with a 62-42 victory over the Ferndale Golden Eagles in the District 1 3A Boys Basketball Tournament quarterfinals. The team's renewed focus on defense, highlighted by holding opponents to under 55 points per game, has propelled them into the semifinals against Shorewood Stormrays, scheduled for February 19.
The Lynnwood City Council is set to interview eight candidates for the vacant Position 5 seat during its meeting on February 18, 2025, with a vote scheduled for February 20. The candidates were shortlisted from 19 applicants based on a point system evaluating their qualifications. The new councilmember will succeed Julieta Altamirano-Crosby, who resigned last month.
Scratch Distillery achieved remarkable success at the 2024 SIP Northwest Spirits Competition, winning a total of nine awards, including several Platinum and Double Gold distinctions. The distillery's diverse range of spirits, such as the Edmonds Own Whiskey and Lilikoi Liqueur, showcases their commitment to quality and innovation using organic ingredients. This recognition highlights Scratch Distillery's growing reputation in the competitive spirits market.
The Edmonds Center for the Arts is calling on youth from the Puget Sound region to participate in the WE SPEAK poetry slam competition, encouraging them to explore themes such as identity, injustice, and mental health. The event will showcase local talent alongside renowned poets, with finalists receiving scholarships and mentorship opportunities. Submissions are due by March 10, with the competition taking place on May 1.
Monroe Bearcats achieved a stunning upset over the Meadowdale Mavericks with a 50-49 victory in the District tournament quarterfinals, thanks to a last-second layup by senior Halle Keller. The Bearcats will face Stanwood in the semifinals, while Meadowdale moves to the consolation bracket. This thrilling matchup highlights the competitive spirit of local high school basketball.
Cari Simson and Elke Hautala will present "Uncovering Seattle's Lost Cemetery," shedding light on the 3,260 individuals buried at the Duwamish Cemetery, erased in 1912. The event, part of the Edmonds Author/Speaker Series, aims to connect the public with forgotten local histories and explore themes of industrial growth and marginalized perspectives. Attendees can expect an engaging discussion rich with untold stories from Seattle's past.
A Thurston County judge dismissed a lawsuit aiming to expedite alignment of energy rules for new construction with Initiative 2066, which promotes electric heat pumps over natural gas. While the Building Industry Association of Washington expressed disappointment, the judge noted the lawsuit raised awareness about the issue. A separate challenge to the initiative's constitutionality is also underway in King County Superior Court.
Volunteers are invited to participate in a winter planting event at Picnic Point Beach on March 1, organized by the Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds and the Snohomish County Healthy Forest Project. The initiative aims to enhance local habitats by planting native species and promoting community stewardship for local wildlife. Attendees will receive tools and guidance, contributing to the restoration of essential ecosystems in the region.
My Neighborhood News Network has teamed up with Se Habla Media, a Lynnwood-based organization, to provide daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts with English subtitles. This collaboration aims to enhance accessibility to Spanish-language content for the local community, promoting inclusivity in media consumption.
Winter weather in the Pacific Northwest has led to the cancellation of blood drives and donor appointments, exacerbating an ongoing blood shortage crisis. Bloodworks Northwest urges eligible and healthy individuals to donate, particularly those with Type O blood and platelet donors, to support local patients in need.