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Northwest Neighbors Network appointed Alison Alfonzo Pence as its first executive director, marking a significant leadership change for the nonprofit. Pence brings extensive experience from her previous roles in various nonprofit organizations and community service efforts. Her focus will be on supporting seniors in North King County and South Snohomish County as they age in place.
Lynnwood's new Koz apartment complex, which opened in February, adds 199 units to the city's housing inventory. The complex targets individuals earning below 80% of the area median income and features amenities like a rooftop deck and game room. City officials emphasize that projects like Koz are essential for meeting regional housing demands.
My Neighborhood News Network partnered with Se Habla Media to provide daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts with English subtitles. This collaboration aims to enhance access to bilingual content for the Lynnwood community.
The Graphite Arts Center in Edmonds opens a new exhibit titled “Deelish!” showcasing over 30 works by 21 artists, celebrating beloved foods in various art forms. The exhibit runs from May 3 to June 21, with a public reception on opening night featuring curator awards. This colorful event is supported by the Joyful Art Fund.
Washington State Ferries will host two virtual community meetings on May 21 and 22 to discuss summer service plans and fare proposals. Attendees can register for either session to learn about updates on new projects and provide public input. Free internet access is available statewide for those without broadband.
Nearly 5,300 Washington state government and community college employees will not receive a 3% pay raise due to a late ratification of their contract. Union leaders expressed disappointment, stating the delay puts their members at a disadvantage compared to other state employees. The budget approved by the Legislature includes raises for other state worker unions but not for those who ratified their contract after the deadline.
The Edmonds School District Board approved cuts equivalent to 12 full-time employees to address an $8.5 million budget deficit for the 2025-2026 school year. These reductions follow over $25 million in cuts made in the past two years and may include additional spending reductions in various programs.
Sound Transit light rail 1 Line trains will operate on longer headways during late-night service from May 1 to May 25 due to rail grinding and Pinehurst Station construction. Northbound trains from Angle Lake will run every 15-20 minutes starting at 9:20 p.m., while southbound trains from Lynnwood City Center will begin at 10 p.m. Passengers should check signage for platform changes at impacted stations.
Shorecrest edged Mountlake Terrace 1-0 in boys soccer, improving their record to 6-3-1 in league play. Meadowdale triumphed over Lynnwood with a score of 2-1, with goals from C.J. Obieze and Caleb Waddel. Both teams will face their next opponents on May 2.
Blake Baird, founder of Lunamor’s Larder, creates unique fermented hot sauces after 17 years of culinary experimentation. His products, made in a Woodinville kitchen, emphasize flavor complexity through fermentation, setting them apart from typical vinegar-based sauces. Customers can sample and purchase his sauces at local markets and events.