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Lynnwood mayoral candidates engaged with constituents during a candidate conversation event on October 8. Residents expressed concerns over candidates' past actions, including allegations of racism and domestic violence. The discussions highlighted the importance of transparency in local politics.
Community Transit invites Snohomish County youths aged 5–18 to participate in the “Design Together, Discover Together” art contest. Participants can submit artwork themed “Riding Transit with Friends” until October 20 for a chance to win gift cards or have their work displayed on a Community Transit bus.
Mountlake Terrace defeated Shorecrest 3-1 in volleyball, while Archbishop Murphy swept Edmonds-Woodway 3-0. In cross country, Meadowdale's girls team won with a score of 15, led by Marley Maquilling, who finished first at 16:40. Meadowdale's boys also claimed victory, finishing with a score of 17.
Sound Transit operates special Sounder train service for the Mariners playoff game against the Detroit Tigers on October 10. The game train departs Everett at 2:45 p.m. and returns 45 minutes after the game, with regular fares applying for all services.
Lynnwood resident Carey Lando returns to compete in the Rebelle Rally, an eight-day off-road endurance event, with teammate Andrea Shaffer. They will navigate 1,500 miles through California and Nevada using traditional methods, relying on maps and compasses. This year marks the tenth anniversary of the event, which aims to empower women in motorsports.
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson awarded a $715 million contract for three hybrid electric ferries, delaying the first delivery to 2030. The Florida-based Eastern Shipbuilding won the bid, prioritizing cost savings over a faster timeline, despite local competitor Nichols Brothers meeting the original schedule.
Meadowdale Mavericks defeated Mountlake Terrace Hawks 3-1 in a Wesco League South matchup on Tuesday, with Madison Weigel and Abby Bernards scoring in the second half. The victory provided a much-needed boost for Meadowdale as they prepare for the postseason.
My Neighborhood News Network seeks an advertising sales manager to enhance its client base and support local journalism in South Snohomish County. The position requires three to five years of sales experience and a passion for civic engagement. Candidates from the local area are encouraged to apply.
Residents Jeanne Aldrich and Val Taylor led a successful restoration of Scriber Creek in Lynnwood, transforming a 900-square-foot area into a thriving habitat for local wildlife. The project, initiated in 2023, involved community collaboration and support from local organizations, with plans for further enhancements like educational materials and a bat box.
A lawsuit claims the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints allowed a convicted sex offender, David Herget, to access children, resulting in the abuse of four boys in Mountlake Terrace. The plaintiffs allege that Herget, previously convicted for raping his daughter, was permitted to participate in church activities despite his criminal history. The complaint seeks unspecified damages for lasting harm to the victims.