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October marks Flood Awareness Month in Washington, prompting the Department of Ecology to highlight flood risks as the state transitions to fall precipitation. With all 39 counties having experienced significant flooding since 1970, officials warn that climate change is making floods bigger and more frequent. Residents are encouraged to assess their flood risks and consider flood insurance.
Clothes For Kids will host its Transforming Lives Breakfast on Oct. 23 in Lynnwood. The event will feature stories from families who benefited from school wardrobes and updates on the program's impact on over 5,600 children in Snohomish County. Guests can participate in a raffle by donating socks or underwear and shop at a thrift store pop-up.
Snohomish County voters can expect ballots for the Nov. 4 general election featuring local races and a statewide measure. Voter registration closes on Oct. 27, with 35 ballot drop boxes open 24/7 until Election Day. Residents can return ballots by mail or in person at designated locations.
The documentary "Stripped for Parts" will screen at the Edmonds Theater on October 25, highlighting the impact of hedge funds on local journalism. A panel discussion featuring local journalism leaders will follow the screening to address the effects of newspaper closures on communities. Tickets are priced at $25, with additional donations encouraged for local journalism support.
HeChaLou, Washington state's first Taiwanese bubble teahouse, opened in Lynnwood, attracting dozens of customers during its soft opening. Franchise owner Sam Wu noted delays in opening due to city permits and contractor issues but is now focused on staff training and improving order accuracy. He plans to expand with additional locations in Bellevue and possibly Issaquah.
The Lynnwood City Council will review its 2024 Accountability Audit, opioid settlement spending, and emergency management plans on October 20. The council faces a projected $11.8 million budget shortfall for 2025-26 and will discuss a proposed spending plan for its remaining $900,000 opioid fund.
Twenty-seven dogs and their owners participated in the 20th annual Halloween Howl at the Edmonds off-leash dog park despite rainy weather. The event raised approximately $1,200 for park maintenance, with winners announced in various costume categories. The top honors went to a dog dressed as Where's Waldo, who also secured Best in Show.
Local credit union employees volunteered at the Alderwood Boys & Girls Club on October 16 to celebrate International Credit Union Day. This initiative is part of a statewide effort, with credit unions participating at various Boys & Girls Clubs across the Puget Sound region. The event highlights the commitment of credit unions to community service and youth engagement.
Meadowdale High School will host a one-day mattress fundraiser on October 26 to support the Meadowdale MAMBO program. The event features 30 types of mattresses and related products at prices 10-20% below retail, with funds allocated for new instruments and student performance opportunities.
A federal court hears a renewed request to change operations at eight dams in the Columbia River Basin to protect endangered salmon and steelhead. Conservationists, supported by Oregon and the Nez Perce Tribe, argue that lowering reservoir levels and increasing water spill will improve fish survival rates. Opponents, including the Public Power Council, warn that these changes could harm electricity reliability and are scientifically unproven.