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The League of Women Voters of Snohomish County elected new officers on May 31, with Adrienne Fraley taking over as president. The annual meeting also honored Jody Trautwein and Bob Creamer as "Legends of the League" for their significant contributions to voter services and community engagement.
Edmonds School District athletes earned All-Wesco honors for the spring 2025 sports season. Notable selections include multiple athletes from Edmonds-Woodway, Meadowdale, Lynnwood, and Mountlake Terrace across various sports. Coach Josh McClure of Edmonds-Woodway received the Coach of the Year award for softball.
Washington reported an 11% decline in drug overdose deaths in 2024, with fatalities dropping from 3,512 to 3,137, according to preliminary CDC data. However, the state still faces challenges, as last year's total remains 14% higher than in 2022, and national overdose rates have declined by over 25%.
Providence Hospital will host a free webinar on youth gun safety on June 10 from 7-8 p.m. The event, organized with Be SMART and the Snohomish County Health Department, aims to promote responsible gun storage and prevent youth gun injuries.
Nightly closures of State Route 520 over Portage Bay will occur from June 2 to June 5, affecting traffic between I-5 and Montlake Boulevard. Eastbound SR 520 will close on June 2 and 3, while westbound closures will take place on June 4 and 5. These closures are part of the ongoing SR 520 Portage Bay Bridge and Roanoke Lid Project, expected to be completed by 2031.
Edmonds School District athletes excelled at the WIAA State 2A/3A/4A Track and Field Championship, with standout performances from Dubiel and Pontak. The event concluded on June 1, 2025, at Mount Tahoma High School in Tacoma, where several athletes secured top-eight medals.
The Lynnwood Public Facilities District Board will discuss updates on its master plan, focusing on financing, housing, and roads. Residents can attend the meeting in person or participate remotely via Zoom.
The Edmonds Food Bank will partner with Lift Every Voice Legacy and the Edmonds Waterfront Center for the Juneteenth at the Beach event on June 19. The celebration will feature live performances, a film screening, and a food drive benefiting the food bank. Community members are encouraged to donate essential food items during the event.
The Lynnwood City Council will hold briefings on the unified development code and subarea plans during its work session on June 2. The council also plans to meet in a closed executive session to assess public employment applicants. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at Lynnwood City Hall and will be live streamed.
Washington landlords face a rent increase cap of 10% or less through 2025, following the enactment of House Bill 1217. The legislation aims to provide stability for tenants amid rising living costs, although it has drawn criticism from some Republicans who argue it could hinder property development.