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The City of Lynnwood has launched a Small Business Development Program aimed at supporting local businesses in 2025. This initiative offers resources such as coaching, lending, and expansion opportunities to help small businesses thrive. More details can be found on the city's news site.
A rare Malayan tapir calf was born at Point Defiance Zoo in Tacoma, marking only the second occurrence of such a birth in the zoo's 120-year history. The calf, estimated to weigh about 20 pounds, is currently bonding with its mother, Yuna, and will be visible to visitors by late spring. The gender and name of the calf will be announced in the coming weeks.
Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson headline the 10th anniversary of the Outlaw Music Festival, set to kick off its 2025 tour with two stops in Washington. Tickets for the festival will go on sale to the public on February 7, featuring a lineup of renowned artists such as Billy Strings and Sheryl Crow. For complete details on performances and ticketing, fans can visit the Outlaw Music Festival website.
The City Council of Lynnwood has announced a series of proclamations designating a public holiday from February 2 to February 5, 2025, aimed at enhancing community engagement and organizational activities. This event highlights the municipal council's commitment to fostering community spirit and collaboration through official recognition. For more details, visit the official Lynnwood government website.
A Lynnwood cat nonprofit, Whiskers In Need, is urgently seeking assistance to locate an 11-week-old kitten named Booberry Matcha, allegedly stolen from a local PetSmart. The organization reported that the theft occurred when three young men visited the adoption room, with one suspected of concealing the kitten in his jacket before leaving. The Lynnwood Police Department is currently reviewing security footage to aid in the investigation.
A cold weather shelter operated by Volunteers of America Western Washington will open at Maple Park Church in Lynnwood on Monday, January 20. Check-in begins at 7 p.m., providing hot meals and beds, with transportation available from designated locations. This initiative addresses urgent community needs during extreme weather conditions.
The Greater Everett Area will host the annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration on January 19 and 20, 2024. Sponsored by the Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee, this two-day event features a keynote speech by Pastor J.J. Frank, a performance by the community choir, and a march and rally. The theme is 'Mission Possible: Working Together To Achieve The Dream.'
An Amtrak train collided with a semi-truck that became stuck on the tracks in Auburn, Washington, on January 18, 2025, with 157 passengers aboard. Eyewitness video captured the moment of impact, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, including whether the truck driver will face any charges.
A Good Samaritan and an off-duty firefighter rescued an elderly woman whose car had driven down a boat ramp and into Lake Stevens due to poor visibility. The incident occurred on January 17, 2025, prompting immediate action from bystanders and emergency services. Fortunately, both the driver and the rescuer were treated for cold water exposure but were otherwise safe.
As dangerously cold temperatures descend on Snohomish County, cold weather shelters have opened to safeguard vulnerable community members. The Snohomish Evangelical Free Church and other local shelters are providing essential resources, including food and warmth, to those in need during this critical time. Outreach experts emphasize the life-saving importance of these shelters as hypothermia risks rise.