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Local credit union employees volunteered at the Alderwood Boys & Girls Club on October 16 to celebrate International Credit Union Day. This initiative is part of a statewide effort, with credit unions participating at various Boys & Girls Clubs across the Puget Sound region. The event highlights the commitment of credit unions to community service and youth engagement.
Meadowdale High School will host a one-day mattress fundraiser on October 26 to support the Meadowdale MAMBO program. The event features 30 types of mattresses and related products at prices 10-20% below retail, with funds allocated for new instruments and student performance opportunities.
A federal court hears a renewed request to change operations at eight dams in the Columbia River Basin to protect endangered salmon and steelhead. Conservationists, supported by Oregon and the Nez Perce Tribe, argue that lowering reservoir levels and increasing water spill will improve fish survival rates. Opponents, including the Public Power Council, warn that these changes could harm electricity reliability and are scientifically unproven.
The Daughters of the British Empire will host its annual British Bazaar on October 25 at Maplewood Presbyterian Church in Edmonds. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., featuring various British-themed goods and activities. This gathering aims to foster community spirit while supporting local initiatives.
The WAGRO Foundation and local partners host a free Day of the Dead celebration on November 1 at the Lynnwood Library. The event features art, music, cultural workshops, and a Community Altar for remembrance, inviting participants to honor their loved ones.
Edmonds-Woodway dominated the Edmonds School District cross country championships, with both the boys and girls teams securing first place. In girls soccer, Meadowdale crushed Lynnwood 8-0, while Edmonds-Woodway and Mountlake Terrace also secured wins in volleyball and soccer, respectively.
The Nile Shrine in Mountlake Terrace celebrates its 15th Annual Scare Experiences event, featuring a haunted house with over 150 staff and 55 actors. The event offers multiple sensory zones and escape scenarios, attracting attendees with live entertainment and food options.
Edmonds-Woodway defeated league leader Archbishop Murphy 3-0 in a decisive match, pulling within two points of the Wildcats in the 2A/3A Wesco League South standings. Goals from seniors Jane Hanson, Abby Peterson, and Magdalena Waters secured the victory, showcasing the Warriors' strong teamwork and defensive prowess. The win marked the end of Archbishop Murphy's nine-match unbeaten streak.
Thom Garrard seeks to retain his District 4 director seat on the Edmonds School Board, emphasizing the importance of public education for community and student success. He plans to prioritize accountability for state funding to preserve essential educational programs.
President Trump stated that the U.S. has too much diversity, sparking discussions around cultural identity. The article also covers road closures in Puget Sound over the weekend and features a profile of a Honduran artist.