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Thousands of South Snohomish County residents face interruptions in trash and recycling services due to a Teamsters strike involving Republic Services workers. The strike, which affects over 2,000 union members nationwide, demands fair pay amid allegations of corporate greed. Republic Services plans to double collections on the next service days to mitigate the disruption.
PorchFest Edmonds will showcase local musicians on July 13 from 1-6 p.m. in downtown Edmonds. The event highlights community engagement through music and aims to bring people together.
The Liberty Mutual Foundation renewed a $25,000 grant to the Foundation for Edmonds School District, totaling $50,000 over two years for the Nourishing Network. This funding enabled the delivery of over 12,000 meals and served hundreds of children weekly, demonstrating the partnership's impact on food security.
Starting July 14, the Washington State Department of Transportation will begin highway repairs across 65 locations in King, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom, and Island counties. The work includes crack sealing and concrete panel replacement to extend the lifespan of highways and improve travel conditions. Nighttime closures and speed reductions will be implemented during construction.
Scotty’s Food Truck will operate from July 10-12 at Edmonds’ Calvary Church parking lot, offering service from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. This event provides a local dining option in the Five Corners neighborhood, enhancing community engagement.
Lynnwood's Neighborhood Center will benefit from a $1 million challenge match announced by Rick Steves. The initiative aims to enhance community services, particularly for families with special needs. Local residents express hope for positive developments at the center.
Southbound Interstate 5 will close overnight on July 11 for maintenance, with all southbound traffic rerouted through express lanes until July 12. Travelers should expect delays and plan alternate routes, as multiple ramps will also close during this period. The Washington State Department of Transportation will conduct fire system testing under the Seattle Convention Center.
A tree fell on Sound Transit’s light rail tracks near the Mountlake Terrace Transit Center, causing delays on the 1 Line Tuesday night. Service was temporarily suspended between Shoreline North and Lynnwood while crews removed the tree and inspected the area. Buses replaced trains during the disruption, which is expected to last until safety inspections are complete.
The Sno-Isle Genealogical Society offers free genealogy assistance on July 19 in Lynnwood. Participants can book a 40-minute session with expert researcher Margaret Summitt to address their family history challenges. The event takes place at the Humble House Library in Heritage Park.
Homage Senior Services sold its Lynnwood headquarters for $11 million and plans to relocate to Everett. The move downsizes operations from 25,700 square feet to 4,600 square feet while maintaining services for seniors and people with disabilities.