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Lucy Knudson, left, and Tyler Pennington, right, perform in character during a full run-through of the play Eurydice at rehearsal on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Meadowdale, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Meadowdale Players selected for International Thespian Festival

The high school’s production of “Eurydice” was selected from more than 30 shows for the International Thespian Festival.

Lucy Knudson, left, and Tyler Pennington, right, perform in character during a full run-through of the play Eurydice at rehearsal on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Meadowdale, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood appoints last remaining candidate to council vacancy

Robert Leutwyler, a program manager at Amazon and US Army veteran, is set to be sworn in Monday.

Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen speaks during a special meeting held to discuss annexing into South County Fire on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds mayor responds to PDC over complaint about public funds

Mayor Mike Rosen said the city did not misuse public funds by hiring a public affairs firm for the upcoming RFA ballot measure.

Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen speaks during a special meeting held to discuss annexing into South County Fire on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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PUD to host grand opening for North County office complex

The complex will replace the district’s Arlington and Stanwood offices and serve the northern part of Snohomish County.

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Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood City Council down to one candidate for its vacant seat

After two failed appointments and seven candidates withdrawing, the council will meet Wednesday to appoint a new member.

Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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After latest appointee withdraws, Lynnwood City Council discusses next steps

The council deliberated implementing background checks for the remaining candidates, but postponed a final decision to Monday.

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Lynnwood City Council eyes path forward at contentious meeting

The council discussed how to move forward in filling its vacancy after Jessica Roberts withdrew Thursday.

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Camano Island Fire & Rescue chooses new chief

Jason Allen, who has worked at the district since 1999, will replace outgoing Fire Chief Levon Yengoyan.

The second floor of the Lynnwood Crisis Center on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Funding gap leaves Lynnwood without a crisis center provider

The idea for the Lynnwood crisis center began in 2021 after a 47-year-old died by suicide while in custody at Lynnwood Municipal Jail.

The second floor of the Lynnwood Crisis Center on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Lynnwood names new public works director

The City Council unanimously confirmed Jared Bond’s nomination Monday. He served as deputy director for four years.

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Lynnwood City Council may rescind appointment of new member

The council chose Jessica Roberts to fill the vacant seat Monday. The next day, the city called a Thursday meeting to consider reversing the decision.

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Frank DeMiero founded and directed the Seattle Jazz Singers, a semi-professional vocal group. They are pictured here performing at the DeMiero Jazz Festival. (Photos courtesy the DeMiero family)

‘He dreamed out loud’: Remembering music educator Frank DeMiero

DeMiero founded the music department at Edmonds College and was a trailblazer for jazz choirs nationwide.

Frank DeMiero founded and directed the Seattle Jazz Singers, a semi-professional vocal group. They are pictured here performing at the DeMiero Jazz Festival. (Photos courtesy the DeMiero family)
Edmonds City Council members answer questions during an Edmonds City Council Town Hall on Thursday, April 18, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Residents question Edmonds after hiring firm for RFA vote

Some allege the city is using public funds to promote annexation. Edmonds officials say they are working within the law.

Edmonds City Council members answer questions during an Edmonds City Council Town Hall on Thursday, April 18, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell claps as she recognizes some of her constituents during her State of the City address at the Lynnwood Event Center on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood mayor announces reelection campaign

Christine Frizzell’s priorities include public safety, infrastructure improvements and expanding housing options.

Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell claps as she recognizes some of her constituents during her State of the City address at the Lynnwood Event Center on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Melody Schneider holds a sign protesting pay cuts to teachers as an Edmonds School District bus passes by during Edmonds College faculty union rally as part of a national day of action outside of the Lynnwood Event Center on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Snohomish County educators rally against state and federal cuts

Gov. Bob Ferguson proposed state employees take one furlough day a month for two years to address the budget shortfall.

Melody Schneider holds a sign protesting pay cuts to teachers as an Edmonds School District bus passes by during Edmonds College faculty union rally as part of a national day of action outside of the Lynnwood Event Center on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Monroe woman struck by two vehicles on U.S. 2 near Snohomish

Washington State Patrol briefly closed the highway for the accident investigation.

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Tug Buse sits in a period-correct small ship’s boat much like what could have been used by the Guatamozin in 1803 for an excursion up the Stillaguamish River.

Local historian tries to track down historic pistol

Tug Buse’s main theory traces back to a Puget Sound expedition that predated Lewis and Clark.

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Tug Buse sits in a period-correct small ship’s boat much like what could have been used by the Guatamozin in 1803 for an excursion up the Stillaguamish River.
Starting Monday, a reduced fare will be available for low-income riders on both Community Transit and Everett Transit. (Lizz Giordano / The Herald)

ORCA to keep reduced Regional Day Pass fare

The fare will remain at $6 for adult riders and $2 for ORCA LIFT and Regional Reduced Fare Permit cardholders.

Starting Monday, a reduced fare will be available for low-income riders on both Community Transit and Everett Transit. (Lizz Giordano / The Herald)
The Edmonds School District building on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds school board reverts to former Title IX policy

The change ensures compliance with updated federal Title IX regulations, district staff said.

The Edmonds School District building on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood council member announces bid for mayor

George Hurst has served on the City Council since 2019. His priorities include reducing taxes and stopping “brain drain.”