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VFW Post 8870 and American Legion Post 66 partnered with Vietnam Veterans of America to provide financial support to veterans in need. They donated $1,500 in Visa gift cards to Sebastian Place, a veteran living center, and $2,000 in gift cards to YWCA Supportive Services for Veteran Families. These contributions aim to assist disabled and low-income veterans in securing essential resources and housing.
Seniors can enhance their well-being through gardening, which promotes physical movement, mental engagement, and emotional satisfaction. The Seniors Helping Seniors organization offers support for older adults, making gardening accessible regardless of space or physical ability. Simple gardening tips and adaptable setups can help seniors cultivate their green thumbs this spring.
Lynnwood City Hall hosted over 200 residents for a Community Open House, showcasing city operations and community resources. Attendees engaged in activities, including exploring fire and SWAT vehicles, and submitted name suggestions for the city's new mascot. City officials emphasized the importance of connecting with community members of all ages.
Edmonds Heights K-12's musical theatre program presents "Hadestown – Teen Edition" from May 9-18, showcasing two intertwining love stories inspired by Greek mythology. Meanwhile, Edmonds College's Art Gallery features a spring exhibition of student artwork, running from May 9 to June 20, emphasizing innovation and creative expression.
The Edmonds-Woodway Warriors defeated the Mountlake Terrace Hawks 4-2 in a Wesco League softball finale, showcasing a strong team performance. Ella Campbell and Helena Marsh combined for effective pitching, while Abby McCorvey led the offense with three hits. This victory secured the Warriors an 11-1 league record, marking a major turnaround from their previous season.
The author reflects on their struggle with maintaining a consistent strength training routine while successfully re-establishing a daily weeding practice. They emphasize the importance of expecting interruptions, planning for them, and approaching fitness with self-compassion. The article provides actionable strategies to overcome inconsistency in exercise habits.
Shorewood's Rylie Gettmann and Mari Brittle lead their teams to victory in the Wesco 3A South Championships for tennis, both advancing to the upcoming Wesco Championship Tournament. In boys golf, Archbishop Murphy secured the team title at the Wesco South 3A/2A League Championship, with Floyd Villanueva from Meadowdale achieving the top individual score of 71. Edmonds-Woodway softball team triumphed over Mountlake Terrace, maintaining a strong league record.
Mountlake Terrace High School Jazz 1 will perform at the Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival in New York on Friday, May 9, at 9:30 a.m. Pacific. The students engaged with renowned musician Wynton Marsalis and rehearsed with bassist Carlos Henriquez before the festival began. The event showcases diverse talent from 30 bands around the world.
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed House Bill 1217, capping rent increases at 10% or 7% plus inflation annually, effective immediately. The law aims to provide renters with more stability in a high-cost housing market and prohibits rent hikes for the first year of tenancy. Critics argue the measure could hinder housing development and lead to reduced quality in rental properties.
The Edmonds Arts Festival seeks workers for 12 days to assist with setup, troubleshooting, and cleanup during the event. This opportunity is particularly suited for high school and college students looking to earn extra money. The festival will take place on Father’s Day weekend, June 13-15, 2025.