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The Jean Kim Foundation's Hygiene Center in Lynnwood logged 1,068 showers in August 2023, marking it as the busiest month for services. The center received a grant from Simply the Basics to provide essential hygiene items, addressing the needs of individuals experiencing homelessness during heat waves.
The Cascade Symphony Orchestra received $22,500 in grants from the Hazel Miller Foundation and the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation to enhance music education and community outreach in 2025. The funds will support various programs, including the Gold Medalist Program and Rising Stars Competition, which aim to foster musical talent among local students.
Trash collection in Lynnwood halted in support of the Teamsters strike, impacting local residents. Republic Services failed to notify customers about the disruption, leading to confusion. City officials had an opportunity to reconsider the trash collection contract during renewal but chose to maintain the service.
Kendra Avila from Lynnwood earned the title of Outstanding Graduate from Western Washington University's College of Business and Economics for 2025. She graduated with a degree in business administration, focusing on international business. Faculty selected outstanding graduates based on academic performance, leadership, and future potential.
Astria Health warns that recent Medicaid cuts by Congress threaten the future of its Toppenish hospital, which serves vulnerable communities on the Yakama Reservation. Without federal funding, hospital officials predict a medical desert for the area, as nearly 2 million Washington residents rely on Medicaid for health care.
The 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 community engagement and accessibility to diverse media.
Lynnwood City Council will vote in September on potentially lifting a long-standing ban on cannabis sales. During a recent meeting, local cannabis license holders expressed their desire to operate and challenged health risk claims made by a state representative. The council also discussed implementing fees for public electric vehicle charging stations.
Homage will relocate its headquarters from Lynnwood to Everett this summer while continuing to provide essential services for older adults and people with disabilities. The organization expresses gratitude to partners like the Edmonds Food Bank for their support during the transition. Federal budget discussions may impact funding for aging services, but there are currently no proposed cuts to the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program.
Lynnwood will host its second annual Paws in the Park on July 27, inviting families and pets to a celebration at Lynndale Dog Park. The event features contests such as best trick and best costume, with no preregistration required. This free event promotes community engagement and supports local pet-oriented businesses.
Edmonds College's Center for Families has achieved a Level 5 rating from Early Achievers, placing it among the top 1% of early learning programs in Snohomish County. This recognition highlights the program's excellence in child development, family engagement, and staff development. College President Amit B. Singh praised the team's dedication to high-quality early learning.