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King County voters approved continued funding for the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) program. This decision ensures the program's operation to assist in crime-solving and public safety efforts across the region.
The Edmonds Floretum Garden Club will host its annual plant sale on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9 am to noon at Edmonds United Methodist Church. The event features a wide variety of plants, including native species and perennials, along with a garden boutique selling donated items. Proceeds will support environmental grants and horticulture scholarships.
North Helpline urgently seeks donations of menstrual products, particularly pads, to support its client services. The organization, which distributes essential non-food items, encourages community members to contribute through its Amazon Wishlist or by dropping off items at designated locations in Seattle.
Washington Governor Jay Inslee orders flags to be lowered to half-staff on May 3-4, 2025, to honor the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. Agencies may lower flags at the close of business on May 2, and other entities are encouraged to participate. The flags should remain at half-staff until sunset on May 4 or the following morning.
The Pack the Park 5K Fun Run will take place on May 10, 2025, at Pfingst Animal Acres Park in Lake Forest Park. Proceeds will support local food assistance programs, including the Market Bucks initiative and the Shoreline Schools Angel Fund. Participants can register for $35 for adults and $20 for students, with all runners receiving a medal.
The Department of Ecology fined North Star Pro LLC $1,300 for a diesel fuel spill into Ronald Bog caused by a semi-truck collision on I-5 in December 2023. Approximately 150 gallons of diesel spilled, with 19 gallons reaching the bog due to the company’s inadequate follow-up. The penalty will support state funds aimed at preventing pollution.
Lake Forest Park will host its annual Secret Garden Tour and Garden Market on June 14, 2025, showcasing six gardens from 9 AM to 3 PM. A highlight includes a lush garden that embodies themes of hope and redemption, featuring diverse plants and unique structures. Tickets are required for attendees aged 5 and up.
Shoreline Fire Department will launch the voter-approved Regional Fire Authority on May 1, 2025. Fire Chief Matt Cowan expressed gratitude for the community's support and emphasized a commitment to efficiency and transparency. The department plans to enhance public engagement through a new meeting schedule.
Richmond Beach seeks donors for its blood drive on May 3, with the Bloodworks Northwest mobile unit available from 9 am to 3 pm at the Shoreline Fire Safety Center. Walk-ups and later appointments are permitted if spots remain unfilled. Interested individuals can register online or by calling.
Colleen LaMotte, a science teacher at Einstein Middle School, has been selected as one of five finalists in Washington state for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching. LaMotte emphasizes fostering student curiosity and understanding in science, aiming to empower all students, particularly those historically marginalized in STEM fields.