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English artist George Chinnery's sketches of 19th-century Macau were highlighted at the third annual Sketcher Fest Edmonds by art professor Mário Linhares. Linhares emphasized that urban sketching has historical roots and discussed Chinnery's life and work, noting his influence on modern sketchers. The event, held at Graphite Art Center, connects past artists with contemporary practices.
Lynnwood officials celebrated the completion of a $3 million project that paved the last gravel road in the city near College Place Elementary. The improvements included sidewalks, drainage upgrades, and safety enhancements aimed at protecting school children and emergency responders. Public Works Director Jared Bond highlighted the project's significance during a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Four Lynnwood City Councilmembers participated in a trash pickup event to assist residents affected by a garbage strike. Council Vice President Josh Binda stated, “This hands-on approach was our way of showing that we care.” Regular garbage collections resumed on Monday after nearly two weeks of disruption.
The Edmonds Arts Festival seeks passionate volunteers for director roles to help shape its 2026 event. Interested individuals can learn more during a casual gathering on July 23, 2025, at Brigid’s Bottle Shop. The festival, a local tradition since 1958, supports community arts initiatives through its foundation.
Sno-Isle Libraries sponsors a summer reading challenge, with logs due by September 2. Participants can win prizes by tracking reading time, with each 20 minutes counting towards a total of 10 hours for a free book. Libraries in Brier, Edmonds, Lynnwood, and Mountlake Terrace serve as collection points.
Edmonds resident Luke Madath won three titles at the 10th Annual Snohomish Summer Smash tennis tournament, defeating Shorewood’s Xander Gordon for the Boys Gold Singles title. Madath also secured victories in Boys Gold Doubles and Mixed Gold Doubles alongside his partners.
Washington schools face challenges in sending students to outdoor education programs due to the elimination of grant funding from the state budget. Approximately 730 schools relied on the Outdoor Learning Grants program, which subsidized outdoor learning experiences for fifth- and sixth-graders, but funding cuts are expected to reduce student enrollment in these programs.
Philanthropist Rick Steves pledged $30,000 to help restore music education funding in the Edmonds School District, contingent on matching donations from others. The district needs to raise $120,000 by August 15, 2025, to maintain its music programs for over 300 students. Without this funding, middle school music education, which feeds into high school programs, will be lost.
Vehicle fires accounted for about 16% of all fire incidents in the U.S. from 2018 to 2022, with three fatalities reported in Washington state in 2024. The State Fire Marshal’s Office offers safety tips for preventing and responding to vehicle fires.
A recent road trip to Portland highlighted the importance of quality time with family, emphasizing meaningful conversations over distractions. With upcoming lane closures on I-5, families are encouraged to use travel time for connection or explore alternative summer outings. Local events, including free concerts and movie nights, provide additional opportunities for family fun.