Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Government

Tension rising over how to spend revenue from proposed WA income tax

A day after the Washington state Senate approved an income tax on millionaire earners, Gov. Bob Ferguson said he’s still not satisfied with the...

Public Safety

South Snohomish County cold weather shelter in Lynnwood open Thursday, Feb. 19

With a low temperature of 27 degrees in the forecast, the South Snohomish County cold weather shelter will be open Thursday, Feb. 19. The shelter...

South Snohomish County cold weather shelter in Lynnwood open Wednesday, Feb. 18

With a low temperature of 28 degrees in the forecast, the South Snohomish County cold weather shelter will be open Wednesday, Feb. 18. Note the...

Education

Edmonds School District reveals early 2026-27 budget estimates, projecting slight deficit

The Edmonds School District Board of Directors at its regular meeting Tuesday, Feb. 10 approved policy updates and contracts for district projects and reviewed...

Early returns show Edmonds School District levy passing with nearly 63% approval

Preliminary special election results released Tuesday night show the Edmonds School District's Replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy passing with 62.56% voter approval. The...

Madrona K-8 Jazz Ensemble honored at Bellevue College Jazz Festival

For the second year in a row, the Madrona K-8 Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Matt Edwards, earned one of three “Outstanding Ensemble”...

Reykdal makes pitch for spending income tax collections on education

Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal is calling for the state to use revenue from a newly proposed income tax to pay for...

Local Girl Scouts earn Silver Awards for school projects

Five Girl Scouts from Edmonds School District-based Troop 42755 earned the Silver Award, Girl Scouting’s second-highest service and leadership award. All five invested at...

Events

Project Girl hosting spring break camp for 4th and 5th graders

Lynnwood-based Project Girl Mentoring announced its latest expansion with the introduction of a spring break mentorship camp to explore wellness "through art, movement, expression...

Sacred Melodies brings interfaith music and prayer Feb. 21

Mountlake Terrace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commissioner Kerem Onat will be performing with a group of musicians in an interfaith concert at the Eastside...

MLT Chamber of Commerce hosts February networking event on World Cup opportunities

The Mountlake Terrace Chamber of Commerce will host its February Networking Event, “The World Cup is Coming,” from 6 to 8 p.m., Feb. 24...

Business Builder Expo at Lynnwood Event Center March 7

Economic Alliance Snohomish County and the Washington Small Business Development Center are hosting the Business Builder Expo Tuesday, March 31 at the Lynnwood Event...

Free Zumba Tuesdays with Project Girl

Lynnwood's Project Girl mentoring program is set to host free Zumba classes every Tuesday in 2026 for all ages and abilities. Date: Every Tuesday Time: 6-7...

Housing

Opinion

Reader view: Protect crime victim services in Snohomish County

Crime victim services in Washington are facing a serious funding cliff, and consequences will be felt in communities like ours if action is not...

Reader view: Laughter builds community

Every year, Edmonds Comedy Night proves something powerful: Laughter builds community. What began as a fun evening out has grown into one of the Edmonds...

Letter to the editor: Senate bill would regulate cryptocurrency kiosks

Editor: Cryptocurrency kiosks — often designed to look like bank ATMs — are increasingly common in Washington stores, but they are not FDIC-insured and are...

Reader view: Support our schools and vote yes on Proposition 1

As an Edmonds City Councilmember, a CPA and longtime community member, I’ve seen firsthand how strong schools strengthen our entire community. On Feb. 10,...

Reader view: Celebrating the meaningful month of Ramadan

Ramadan is a meaningful month observed by Muslims around the world and within our local community. It is a time centered on reflection, self...

Eat/Play/Live

Restaurant News brief: Cottage Bakery launches Pretzels for Purpose

The Cottage Bakery in Perrinville officially announce the beneficiary of its very first Pretzels for Purpose: Sweet Feyre Clark Feyre (pronounced Fay-ruh) was born with...

Artists sought for murals, shows, art projects

There are several opportunities for artists in Lynnwood and in Snohomish County in 2026 as the City seeks people to create art installations, murals...

Get your tickets for 2026 Edmonds Comedy Night Feb. 20-21 at Edmonds Center for Arts

Steve’s Plumbing presents the 18th Annual Edmonds Comedy Night Friday and Saturday, Feb. 20 and 21, at Edmonds Center for the Arts. Proceeds benefit the...

Sponsor spotlight: Scotty’s Food Truck at Five Corners in Edmonds Feb. 12-14

Scotty's Food Truck will be at Five Corners, in the Calvary Church parking lot (located at 8330 212th St. S.W., Edmonds) from 3:30-7:30 p.m....

Cascade Symphony Orchestra ‘Rising Star’ Alvin Lee to solo at annual Family Concert Feb. 7

The Cascade Symphony Orchestra (CSO) will present its 19th annual Family Concert at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Edmonds Center for the...

PUD seeks local artist for Woods Creek Hydroelectric Mural Project by March 10

Snohomish County Public Utility District (PUD) is inviting professional artists to apply for a new public art opportunity: A large-scale mural at the Woods...

Sports and Recreation

Prep boys basketball: Shorewood upsets Edmonds-Woodway in District semifinal game

As the No. 1 seed in the District 1 3A Boys Basketball Tournament, the Edmonds-Woodway Warriors were able to take to their home floor...

High school sports roundup: Feb. 14, 2026

Girls Basketball Edmonds-Woodway and Meadowdale both advance to District semifinals -- one win away from State Tournament Edmonds-Woodway defeated Ferndale 68-38 The second-seeded Edmonds-Woodway Warrors jumped out...

High school sports roundup for Feb. 12-13, 2026

Thursday, Feb. 12 Girls Basketball District Play-in Game - Loser Out Sedro-Woolley defeated Mountlake Terrace 51-44 The No. 8-seeded Sedro-Wooley Cubs advanced to the 3A District 1 Tournament...

Prep boys basketball: Bearcats come away with win over hard-fighting Mavs in District 1 tourney

Going into their District 1 3A Boys Basketball Tournament quarterfinal contest on Friday, the Meadowdale Mavericks knew they were in for a challenge: facing...

High school sports roundup for Feb. 11, 2026

Boys Basketball District Playoffs Play-in Round (winner advances to double-elimination quarterfinals, losing team's season ends) Meadowdale defeated Ferndale 60-57 The seventh-seeded Meadowdale Mavericks built a 20-point lead...

Obituaries

William Downes Kroon: Air Force veteran was a generous and dedicated family man

William Downes Kroon William Downes Kroon, affectionately known as Bill, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026 in Bellevue, Washington, at the age of 94....

Tommy Lyle Summe: His life was marked by service, music and dedication to family

Tommy Lyle Summe, D.O. September 27, 1929 – January 23, 2026 Tommy Lyle Summe, D.O., was born on September 27, 1929, in Silver Lake, Indiana, to...

Don Hallum, DDS: Service Feb. 14 for longtime Edmonds resident, beloved dentist

Don Marsh Hallum, DDS Dec 10, 1934 - Jan. 20, 2026 Don Marsh Hallum, long-time Edmonds resident and beloved dentist, passed away peacefully surrounded by his...

Ron Wilkinson: He loved his family, the outdoors and any kind of adventure

Ronald Jay Wilkinson January 12, 1949-January 15, 2026 Ron Wilkinson, 77, of Edmonds, Washington, left us suddenly on January 15, 2026. Born on January 12, 1949,...

Judi Smith: Pillar of Mountlake Terrace community was known for her infectious sense of humor

Judith A. Smith Oct 29, 1941 - Jan 10, 2026 Judith Anne Smith Lovingly known to all as Judi, was a beacon of joy and laughter who...

Tom Link: Funeral mass set for Jan. 24 in Everett

In Loving Memory of Tom Link September 7, 1948 – December 31, 2025 With profound sadness, yet deep faith in the promise of eternal life, we...

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