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Community Transit and Sound Transit buses will operate on a Sunday schedule on Independence Day, July 4. Zip Shuttle services will run regularly, while Customer Care and Ride Store will be closed. Fireworks are prohibited on all Community Transit properties.
A Mountlake Terrace man reported missing has been found safe, ending a community search that raised concerns for his well-being. The man had been classified as at-risk prior to his discovery. Local authorities confirmed his safe return to family.
Snohomish County reported 1,140 people experiencing homelessness in January 2025, a 1.8% decrease from the previous year. The count revealed a significant drop in unsheltered individuals by 14%, while those in emergency shelters rose by 11%. County Executive Dave Somers highlighted the importance of maintaining federal funding to support local homelessness initiatives.
A contractor in Western Washington faces felony theft and tax evasion charges for allegedly defrauding homeowners of nearly $500,000 for unstarted construction projects. Linda Kim Brown, 36, pleaded not guilty and is scheduled for trial on August 22. The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries suspended her contractor registration after multiple complaints.
Scotty’s Food Truck will operate from June 26-28 in Edmonds' Five Corners neighborhood, serving from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. The menu features dishes like Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad and Wild Cod Fish and Chips, and customers can call 206-795-1615 to avoid wait times.
April Jackson, the “Reptile Lady,” will bring snakes, lizards, and alligators to the Lynnwood Library on April 9 for two interactive sessions. The free event, aimed at educating attendees about reptiles, is open to all ages and encourages early arrival due to limited indoor seating.
Washington's tax collections are projected to fall by hundreds of millions, impacting the two-year budget set to begin in July. Governor Bob Ferguson indicated he will not call a special legislative session but will monitor federal developments closely. The budget, which was already strained, may require adjustments if revenue trends continue downward.
The Lynnwood City Council adopted the new Unified Development Code and the City Center + Alderwood Plan without including fire sprinkler requirements for new residential buildings. Votes on allocating opioid settlement funds and establishing a youth council were postponed. Two new Planning Commissioners, Dorina Katro and Noel Baca, were confirmed unanimously.
Teens can enroll in cooking classes at the Edmonds Waterfront Center starting July 24, focusing on essential culinary skills. Each 90-minute class, running through October, features a unique recipe theme and emphasizes healthy eating habits. Registration opens on July 1 for participants aged 13-18.