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Republic Services will resume waste and recycling pickup on July 21 in Lynnwood, Edmonds, and Woodway. The company suspended services on July 9 due to a Teamsters strike in Boston, which reached a tentative agreement on July 18.
A University of Washington student team developed a technology solution to enhance Snohomish County's ballot collection process. Their system, “Collect. Calculate. Dispatch,” aims to optimize pickups from 35 drop boxes serving over 533,000 voters, potentially improving efficiency in future elections.
An Edmonds man reports being charged a $4.99 “SEA Regulatory Response Fee” on DoorDash orders from Shoreline restaurants, totaling 22 instances. The fee, linked to Seattle’s PayUp ordinance, wrongly applies to Shoreline due to ZIP code overlap. DoorDash plans to refine its fee system to avoid such errors.
Critical injuries and deaths among children in Washington's welfare system rose to 92 in the first half of 2025, up from 78 in 2024. Factors include drug exposure, abuse, and neglect, with fentanyl being a significant contributor. Lawmakers are responding by emphasizing the need for stronger measures regarding opioid presence in homes.
Snohomish County seeks applications for affordable housing projects, including rental and emergency shelter developments. Approximately $1,054,917 in federal HOME funds is available for the 2026 program year, subject to funding availability. Interested parties can attend virtual information sessions on July 22 and July 24.
Washington's new cap on annual residential rent increases will be set at 9.683% for 2026, slightly lower than this year's limit. The legislation restricts rent hikes to 7% plus inflation, capped at 10%, and aims to provide predictability for renters while facing opposition from some landlords.
The Edmonds Block Party features a diverse array of food vendors, from Latin American bodega Bad Chancla to traditional Spanish paella from PaellaWorks, promising something for every palate. The event, scheduled for August 8-9, supports local businesses and offers VIP tickets for enhanced experiences.
The Lynnwood City Council will review the National Community Survey on July 21, gathering insights on community livability from residents. The agenda includes a presentation on the SR 99 Corridor Pre-Design Study and updates on affordable housing funds and the city's financial report.
Jaime Mendez News highlights a collaboration between Lynnwood-based Se Habla Media and the My Neighborhood News Network to deliver Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts with English subtitles. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility and engagement within the community.
Attendees experienced Ethiopian culture at a traditional coffee ceremony in Lynnwood on Saturday, hosted by the city's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission. The event featured coffee from the Tigra tribe, highlighting Ethiopia's rich cultural diversity.