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Dennis Worsham, Director of the Snohomish County Health Department, has been appointed as Washington's new Secretary of Health by Governor Bob Ferguson, starting July 7. Worsham brings over 30 years of public health experience and is committed to building a resilient and equitable health system.
Washington's Office of Independent Investigations, established to oversee police use of deadly force, faces budget cuts that threaten its operations. The agency, which has investigated four cases since December, requested a 40% funding increase but instead saw a reduction of over 20%. Advocates express concern that underfunding undermines accountability in law enforcement.
World Dachshund Day will be celebrated on June 22 at Lynndale Park with a walk, photo opportunities, and a picnic. Organizers highlight the significance of the date, marking the shortest day in the southern hemisphere and the longest in the northern. The event focuses on celebrating dachshunds and their unique charm.
The Edmonds School Board will honor high school athletes for their seasonal achievements during a meeting on June 10. The agenda includes votes on several revised policies and contracts for school projects. The meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m. at the Educational Services Center in Lynnwood, WA.
Budget cuts threaten music education in the Edmonds School District, risking the elimination of eleven classes. The Foundation for Edmonds School District initiated the Save the Arts campaign to raise $434,000 by June 30, 2025, to prevent these cuts. Community support is essential to maintain access to music programs for students, especially those from low-income backgrounds.
The Washington State Library and the Washington Talking Book and Braille Library will close to the public on July 1 due to a $6.7 million funding shortfall, resulting in the loss of 12 jobs. Secretary of State Steve Hobbs emphasized that these closures jeopardize access to vital information and resources for underserved communities.
Economic Alliance Snohomish County will host a virtual coffee chat on global trade June 17. The panel discussion will focus on Foreign-Trade Zones and supply chain management. Ken Stephanson will lead the event, emphasizing the importance of international trade.
The Edmonds School District announces summer learning opportunities for students, including a fee-based Summer Music School and a tuition-based High School Summer School. Additional programs target multilingual learners and students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Registration is now open for these initiatives, which aim to enhance student skills and support language development.
The Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) kicked off its annual PAWSwalk fundraiser with a community festival at Edmonds’ Civic Park on Sunday. The event featured over 50 vendors, raffles, and flyball demonstrations, engaging local dog enthusiasts. PAWSwalk, a virtual walkathon, runs through June 28.
The Washington State Public Disclosure Commission released updated campaign finance data for local races in Lynnwood as of June 5, 2025. Notable figures include George Hurst, who raised $9,780 for the mayoral race, and Isabel Mata, who raised $4,149.73 for City Council Pos 2.