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The Edmonds Waterfront Center will host the "2025 Juneteenth at the Beach – Celebrating Freedom" event on June 16, 2025. This celebration aims to honor freedom and educate attendees about Juneteenth's historical significance. Local officials and community leaders are expected to participate.
Washington's Clemency and Pardons Board will expand to 10 members and begin receiving pay, addressing a backlog of cases. The board aims to expedite hearings for individuals facing deportation, although this is not mandatory. The governor will appoint the new members, reflecting diverse backgrounds.
Lynnwood High School celebrated the graduation of 243 seniors on June 16, 2025. Class President Leslie Vazquez highlighted the resilience of the class, noting their journey through unprecedented challenges during the pandemic. The ceremony also recognized students for earning associates degrees and scholarships.
The Lynnwood City Council will hold a special meeting on June 18 to discuss housing and the creation of a youth council. The meeting will feature a presentation from the Housing Authority of Snohomish County, followed by updates from Councilmember Derica Escamilla on the youth council initiative.
My Neighborhood News Network will launch its weekly "What’s Happening This Weekend" newsletter on June 18, providing updates on local events in Edmonds, Lynnwood, and Mountlake Terrace. Subscribers will receive the newsletter each Wednesday via email, featuring activities from Thursday to Sunday. The inaugural edition is sponsored by Alfi Real Estate.
Meadowdale High School graduated 330 students from the Class of 2025 on Saturday, featuring speeches that emphasized resilience and community building. Valedictorian Harper Wright highlighted the class's unique experience of completing all four years of high school in-person post-pandemic, while Hector Ramirez-Lopez was honored posthumously with a diploma.
Coaches and fitness experts convened at the 2025 NSCA Northwest Region Conference at Edmonds College to share knowledge on facility design and exercise programs. The event, led by Catherine King and Federick Brooks, aimed to enhance the skills of trainers and healthcare professionals. Brooks noted that the conference was funded by an $8,800 tourism grant from Snohomish County.
The Lynnwood Transit Center received the title of the nation's top construction project from the Associated General Contractors of America during a June 13 ceremony. The project was recognized for its successful execution, which involved hundreds of workers and collaboration among various partners. Mayor Christine Frizzell praised the workers’ contributions, highlighting the project's positive economic impact on the community.
The Lynnwood Par 4 Parks golf tournament will have an early registration deadline on June 18, 2025. The event, part of local attractions and community events, aims to engage residents and visitors in recreational activities. Participants can register at the Golf Course located at 30 68th Ave W, Lynnwood.
The City of Lynnwood will host its 3rd annual Celebrate! event on June 27, featuring live music, dancing, food trucks, and ice cream at Alderwood Mall. The event aims to bring community members together for a festive Friday gathering.