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Drivers on southbound I-405 in Bothell should expect nighttime rolling slowdowns from May 21-22 for sign removal as part of a road widening project. Temporary traffic stops lasting up to 15 minutes will occur to facilitate access for crews. Detours will be in place during ramp closures to minimize delays.
Edmonds-Woodway's boys soccer team enters the 2025 WIAA 3A State Boys Soccer Tournament as the eleventh seed, aiming for a long run after earning their fifth consecutive state appearance. The team, led by seniors Danny Loveless and Ben Browne, faces Monroe in a loser-out match on May 23 at Mercer Island High School. Loveless emphasizes the significance of this opportunity, stating, "To be seniors and to lead the team to state, it’s just so special."
Students from Meadowdale High School's Eco Club, along with community volunteers, released thousands of baby coho salmon into Lunds Gulch Creek. This initiative aims to bolster salmon populations affected by urban development, with the juvenile salmon expected to return as adults to spawn in 2027.
Life jacket loaner stations open on May 23 at Martha Lake County Park and Lake Ballinger Waterfront Park, providing free life jackets for visitors. The initiative, led by South County Fire and Safe Kids Snohomish County, aims to enhance water safety awareness and prevent drowning incidents. The stations will operate through Labor Day, relying on an honor system for use.
Shorewood defeated Edmonds-Woodway 7-0 to advance to the 3A State Tournament, with Joey Facilla pitching six scoreless innings and driving in three runs. In boys soccer, Edmonds-Woodway secured a 2-0 victory over Sedro-Woolley to qualify for the state tournament, improving their record to 12-6-2. The Warriors will face Monroe Bearcats in the Round of 16.
Lynnwood City Hall unveiled three public electric vehicle charging stations on Monday, funded by nearly $800,000 in federal and state grants. The stations, featuring six charging ports, can charge a vehicle up to 80% in under two hours, enhancing access for community members.
The Edmonds Driftwood Players’ production of "Drinking Habits" is delighting audiences with its humor and clever plot, coinciding with recent events in Catholicism. Set in the 1960s, the farce features two nuns secretly making wine to save their convent while evading suspicion from their Mother Superior and a pair of reporters. The show has garnered enthusiastic reactions, including a standing ovation on opening night.
Taxpayers can choose from various payment options for their tax bills this season, including electronic funds withdrawal, credit and debit cards, and cash. Each method carries different fees, with credit card payments incurring a charge of 1.75% to 1.85%. Taxpayers should consider their options carefully to avoid unnecessary costs.
Northwest Girlchoir offers a summer camp for 2nd to 5th graders from July 21-25, focusing on singing and artistic expression. The camp welcomes girls and individuals beyond the binary, providing activities like outdoor games and art classes. Additionally, enrollment for fall sessions will soon open.
The My Neighborhood News Network partnered with Se Habla Media to provide daily Spanish-language videos and weekly podcasts with English subtitles. This collaboration aims to enhance accessibility for Spanish-speaking audiences in Lynnwood.