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The Link light rail train successfully crossed the I-90 Homer M. Hadley floating bridge under its own power for the first time on September 8-9, 2025. This historic event marks the first powered light rail vehicle to traverse a floating bridge globally, advancing the 2 Line’s Crosslake Connection project. Trains will continue to operate on the bridge intermittently over the coming weeks.
Crews will begin construction next week on State Route 104 near the Kingston terminal, causing potential delays for Edmonds/Kingston ferry commuters. The project includes a stoplight system and kiosks for boarding passes, with work scheduled from 8 am to 6 pm Tuesdays through Fridays. Expect alternating one-way traffic and occasional full stops until winter.
The Driftwood Players will debut "A Fox on the Fairway" on September 19, 2025, at the Wade James Theatre. Tickets for the production are currently available. This marks the start of EDP's 67th season.
Communities Rising will sponsor a screening of “The Last Class,” a film about Robert Reich's final course at UC Berkeley, on September 20, 2025, at The Crest in Shoreline, WA. The film explores Reich's reflections on aging and the challenges faced by his students as they prepare to inherit an unbalanced world.
King County's annual overlay project begins September 19, 2025, in Lake Forest Park, with asphalt grinding and final paving scheduled for October 3, 2025. Residents can expect traffic delays Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, depending on weather conditions. Construction equipment will be staged throughout the project area, requiring drivers to remain vigilant.
Fall story times will resume at the Richmond Beach Library, offering engaging sessions for children. The library aims to foster early literacy and a love for reading among young attendees. Sessions begin on September 25, 2025.
Lake Forest Park residents consider Proposition 1, which proposes a temporary property tax increase of about $240 per year to address rising public safety costs. CPA David Hammond supports the measure, emphasizing the city's unsustainable financial situation and the need to maintain a strong balance sheet.
Lake Forest Park will host a weekend celebration from September 26 to 28, marking the 25th anniversary of Third Place Commons. Events include live music, children's activities, and a farmers market, offering something for the entire community. The festivities feature performances from renowned artists such as Nancy Stewart and the Mark Dufresne Band.
The Shoreline Elks Lodge celebrated its 75th anniversary on September 13, 2025, marking three-quarters of a century of community service. The lodge has contributed approximately $40,000 annually to local charities and programs, focusing on youth and veteran support. Chair Mike Thyng emphasized the lodge's fraternal mission beyond being a social club.
Lake Forest Park's Farmers Market operates every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors offer flowers at consistent prices, ensuring a straightforward shopping experience. The market is located in the lower parking level by City Hall at the intersection of Bothell and Ballinger Way NE.