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Scene in Edmonds: Alpine music by the sea
Brackett’s Landing visitors were treated to a free alphorn concert early Sunday morning. Local musicians (shown above L-R) Amie Stewart, Ryan Stewart, Gary Martin and Tim Lease are members of Puget Sound Alphorns. These amazing wooden horns, found mainly in Switzerland, produce a sound very similar to the French horn. What a wonderful way for the swimmers, walkers, and scuba divers to begin their sunny day.
Reign and Utah Royals trade goals for 1-1 draw
Under a sweltering heatwave, Seattle Reign FC hosted the Utah Royals FC, a meeting of the two teams at the bottom end of the standings. This was the first match for interim head coach Jimmy Coenraets after Utah fired Amy Rodriguez last week. Seattle thought they had the opening goal...
ScoutLook: Newest 4-Star Washington Receiver Commit is “Complete Package”
The Washington Huskies continued their recruiting hot streak with 4-star receiver Chris Lawson committing to the Dawgs. Lawson, from San Francisco, is the top-rated receiver of the four who have committed to UW in the 2025 class. Size: Standing 6-1 and weighing 175 pounds, Lawson is an ideal size for...
Fireworks report, draft legal assessment committee workplan before council July 8
A review of Edmonds’ fireworks ordinance and a proposed workplan for the Edmonds City Council’s Legal Assessment Committee are among the items before the council during its Tuesday, July 8 business meeting. Fireworks are banned in Edmonds, and the city council in July 2020 approved a $500 fine...
Auburn police detain man accused of murdering his child’s mother
The Pierce County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) reported that a woman was found dead in a house in Rhododendron Park on Friday. According to PCSD, around 3:30 p.m., a person called in saying their father sent text messages saying he killed their mother. Deputies then responded to conduct a welfare check at the home.
Ciara and Russell Wilson Return to Visit Seattle Children’s Hospital on Their 8th Wedding Anniversary
Ciara and Russell Wilson headed back to Seattle for their wedding anniversary this weekend. The couple visited Seattle’s Children’s Hospital on Saturday, July 6, the day of their eighth wedding anniversary. Ciara and the former Seattle Seahawks quarterback used to visit the medical facility weekly when they lived in the Pacific Northwest. (The couple relocated […]
New website highlights tribal voices on climate change
The Indigenous Climate Project has launched a newly designed website that highlights oral histories and traditional ecological knowledge of Northwest tribal leaders. According to news release, the website also unveils a connected middle school curriculum and a new documentary highlighting tribal leaders talking about the impacts of climate change and potential solutions. The project is a partnership between This Is Indian Country (TIIC), an indigenous-led nonprofit; Washington Wild, a statewide conservation nonprofit; and the Pacific Education Institute (PEI). The project is funded primarily by the BECU Foundation and can be viewed at thisisindiancountry.org/climate-project-1.
Storm Rookie Nika Muhl is Trending For Pregame Outfit Before Angel Reese WNBA Showdown
Seattle Storm rookie Nika Muhl has created quite the fanbase for herself. While the former UConn Huskies standout has received minimal playing time during her WNBA rookie season, that hasn't kept Muhl from endearing herself to fans for her fiery enthusiasm on the sidelines. But the biggest ...
Take a Walk Back in Time at Edmonds Memorial Cemetery event July 18
Members of the public are invited to the Edmonds Memorial Cemetery’s annual Walk Back in Time event, scheduled for 1-2 p.m. Thursday, July 18 at 820 15th St. S.W., Edmonds. This year’s theme focuses on those who physically shaped Edmonds as we know it today through their determination and grit, the City of Edmonds said in news release announcing the event.
Council set to vote July 8 on ARPA allocations, ethics board role
Among the items on the agenda for the Lynnwood City Council’s Monday, July 8 business meeting: A public hearing pertaining to suggested edits of the Lynnwood Municipal Code’s policy on recreational activities in commercial zones. Lynnwood’s Development and Business Services Department will explain proposed edits that include defining...
Bothell Man Dies After Setting Off Firework on Top of His Head
A Bothell, WA man died Friday morning in a bizarre tragic accident. Man tried launching a mortar style firework from on top of his head. Around 2:30 AM, July5th, Bothell Police and EMS responded to a call about a man who had suffered a fireworks injury. Police said the man,...
Suspect in custody after firing gun inside Showbox SoDo Friday night
Seattle police arrested a woman for shooting her gun inside Showbox SoDo Friday night. Investigators say the suspect opened fire during a concert. Upon arrival, detectives found a single shell casing, arrested the woman, and recovered the gun. Police say the suspected shooter was injured during the chaos and treated on scene. Detectives also arrested another woman for assault.
World Chocolate Day: Seattle's Intrigue Chocolate Co. shares 'science and joy' of the decadent treat
SEATTLE — It started out as "something fun" to try, but quickly turned into a passion. Chef Aaron Barthel was a farmer and botanist before moving into culinary arts. He describes his path to launching Intrigue Chocolate Co., as an exploration. He began as a chocolatier in 2005, focusing...
Bellevue elementary school playground burns down for second year in a row
BELLEVUE, Wash. - The playground at Phantom Lake Elementary School in Bellevue burned down Saturday night, almost exactly a year after it was destroyed in a firework-related fire. Back on July 9, 2023, Phantom Lake Elementary's playground burned to the ground in a string of fires across Bellevue caused by...
Sketcher Fest returns to Edmonds for unique 2nd annual event
Hundreds of artists will gather in scenic Edmonds July 19-21 for the second edition of Sketcher Fest, the first event of its kind outside of Europe. Organizers say Sketcher Fest blends the learning spirit of the Urban Sketchers conventions with the festival atmosphere of the popular Carnet de Voyage events in France.
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