- on Spring planting on the horizon: Lynnwood Library’s free seed swap open to allWhat a great seed exchange! Thank you to Marni Swart and all the volunteers and donors for this great, well...
- on ‘Who wants to deal with someone else’s crap?’ Edmonds residents protest Lynnwood sewer expansionI believe the $330 sewer upgrade pencils out to around $30,000 to $40,000 per Lynnwood household. Someone please tell me...
- on Prep boys basketball: Warriors move on to Tacoma Dome with win over HornetsBased upon a review of game video, the WIAA overturned the ejections of Cruz Escandon and a second E-W player....
- on For Gardeners: Get your spring garden growingMarni, Thanks for the great article. I always enjoy your gardening ideas and the seed swap is such an amazing...
- on Lynnwood City Council cancels Flock camera contractI’m disappointed in this decision. If the city of Lynnwood has the ability to deny the data being shared with...
- on Joshua Prudnick: Art was his true passionI've been praying ❤️This is truly heartbreaking. I still can't even believe it. Some comforting words from JRR Toklien that...
- on City Council reviews annual summit, approves $620,000 in housing fundingPlease don’t write in passive voice that leaves us wondering who cut the line item: “Coelho noted that annexation had...
- on Nonprofit Lynnwood spay and neuter clinic committed to improving lives of catsThank you Logan for bringing attention to this non-profit. Feral Cat Spay and Neuter Project provides a great community service...
- on ‘It’s unbelievably dangerous’: Lynnwood chief warns against Council immigration enforcement proposalI support our Lynnwood Police chief. The city council should take no action until the state has had a chance...
- on Joshua Prudnick: Art was his true passionCheri my friend since kindergarten, my sincere condolences I pray for you and your loved ones. It is always a...
- on Joshua Prudnick: Art was his true passionPsalm 30:5: "For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry...
- on What your doctor might not tell you: Tips for recovery from surgeryGreat ideas! Should be given to patient when being scheduled for surgery by doctors.
- on Reykdal makes pitch for spending income tax collections on educationHis record is abysmal and yet he wants more money. The facts don't lie, but reykdal does. NAEP (cross-state achievement):...
- on South County Fire public educator recognized for child passenger safety effortsCongratulations!
- on Students from Meadowdale High and Middle School join Friday anti-ICE protestWhat does an unexcused absence mean? I know what it meant when my child was in school, but what does...
- on Local Girl Scouts earn Silver Awards for school projectsSo cool.
- on Local Girl Scouts earn Silver Awards for school projectsAll that's Awesome! Congratulations to the young ladies and the Girl Scouts! These are issues every school needs and should...
- on Reader view: County charter offers opportunity for ranked-choice votingLooks like the best way to reach charter review commissioners for County Council District 3 (covering Lynnwood) is to email...
- on WSDOT announces $12.16 million in awards to expand electric vehicle charging across WashingtonGood news!
- on Reader view: County charter offers opportunity for ranked-choice votingYES to ranked-choice-voting! Where can I contact my Snohomish County Charter Review Commissioners?
- on Reader view: County charter offers opportunity for ranked-choice votingHear! Hear! So many people complain about elections, including the problems you cited. Ranked-choice voting does something about those issues....
- on Residents join rapid response teams to document local ICE raidsFurther information about Snohomish County. Rapid response can be obtained by emailing SnohomishImmigrationAdvocacy@gmail.com, where you can be linked to your...
- on Manufactured home park owners sue over WA cap on rent increasesJust greedy. My parents were victims of uncapped lot rents. It’s terrible.
- on Edmonds School District Prop. 1: Why district is seeking a $361M levy and what happens if it failsLet me assure you as an Edmonds SD high school teacher, we do offer auto shop and what you refer...
- on Edmonds School District Prop. 1: Why district is seeking a $361M levy and what happens if it failsThe School Board is not paid. This is a voluntary position.
- on Edmonds School District Prop. 1: Why district is seeking a $361M levy and what happens if it failsIt's the same old story with the school district. Staff cuts after school activities. It would be different if they...
- on Major narcotics seizure in Lynnwood following Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force investigationThank you LPD for all your hard work. We appreciate you!
- on Longtime Councilmember Jim Smith dies after battle with ALSSad to hear about the passing of Jim Smith. When I was on the Lynnwood City Council in the 1990's,...
- on Longtime Councilmember Jim Smith dies after battle with ALSI’m so sorry to hear this. Jim was an all-around good guy. My condolences to his family.
- on Longtime Councilmember Jim Smith dies after battle with ALSI’m very sorry to hear of Mr. Smith’s passing. I have been wondering what became of him. I believe he...
- on Lynnwood Development & Business Services returns to City HallBeen trying to get a response to some questions about permitting so we can get our permit for over 30...
- on Lynnwood Development & Business Services returns to City HallThis is a great idea. Thanks to the new mayor. I remember when I was trying to get an electrical...
- on Learn about Edmonds SD proposed $361M replacement levy at Jan. 8 community information nightYou’ll find a lot of helpful information about this replacement levy at https://www.edmonds.wednet.edu/community/bonds-levies/2026-replacement-educational-programs-operations-levy
- on Demolition begins on property that housed Edmonds’ Value VillageWhy did Value Village close?
- on Government finance and you: Part 9 — What local governments are up against in 2026This problem is not going away. At some time the money is going to be gone. So perhaps now is...
- on EPA alleges Lynnwood sewage plant violated Clean Air Act; city faces second fine in a yearWhat ever happened to pro-active planning? Why do voters install leaders who fail to plan ahead? Here, Lynnwood has had...
- on Caravan Kebab owner continues to provide Christmas meals to those in needSuch a kind gesture. I need to eat at your restaurant again. I enjoyed it the last time. Happy holidays...
- on Demolition begins on property that housed Edmonds’ Value VillageWas hoping to rent it out with some investors and paint it up like ebbets field on the outside and...
- on A parting message from Mayor Christine FrizzellThank you Mayor Frizzell for your service. Public office is thankless at the best of times, and these are not...
- on Thanks to Rick Steves, Lynnwood Hygiene Center has a permanent homeAs Rick said, this is why it's so important to maintain local newspapers. If I hadn't read the first article,...
- on Thanks to Rick Steves, Lynnwood Hygiene Center has a permanent homeWhat a wonderful thing to do! Thank you!
- on Visionary artist d’Elaine Johnson celebrated for her legacyGreat article!
- on William (Bill) H. Lindsay: ‘Edmonds Beach Water Temperature-Taker Dude’I met LTJG William H. Lindsay 3 , around 1975. We met at Westport. He became a fixture with the...
- on Spruce Elementary music teacher earns national appointment, publishes new bookCongratulations!!! What an honor. Music is a needed item for the brain and the soul.
- on WA Gov. Bob Ferguson says he’s drafting a cuts-only budgetDo you know when a politician is lying? If his mouth is moving. I will believe it when I see...
- on MTHS senior turns setbacks into winning state championship in STEM contestCongratulations! You have the determination to become a successful person.
- on Lynnwood City Council talks sales tax increase, staff pay and animal codeIf the justification for this sales tax increase is to apply for a grant that requires compliance with immigration enforcement...
- on Council to consider 0.1% sales tax increase — making Lynnwood’s highest statewideGetting to a point where we are being taxed w/o representation.
- on Council to consider 0.1% sales tax increase — making Lynnwood’s highest statewideWell! I see they are at it again. When is the Mayor, Council and City Finance Director Michelle Meyer who...
- on Lynnwood increased property and utility taxes, but a $4.8M gap remains: How did we get here?Thanks for presenting the data. We'll done.
- on Jaime Mendez News: Nov. 24, 2025He makes it easier for farmers to bring in migrant workers? But then what will stop ICE from hunting &...
- on Bring your own: Fee increase on store-bought bags in WA state effective Jan. 1Good to know. Have any extra bags? There is a place in Lynnwood, Next Step Pregnancy Services, that offers free...
- on 53% property tax levy and 4% utility tax rate increases scheduled for Council vote Nov. 24JUST GREAT!!!!!! More taxes. Thank you to the Mayor and Council who votes for this. We are turning into Seattle...
- on Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force arrests 14 at Lynnwood-area apartment complexAre these all local residents ? Long time residents? Newer residents? Residents getting free Housing First? Seems it matters if...
- on Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force arrests 14 at Lynnwood-area apartment complexIt is a very time consuming task to edit and we have discontinued it for now. We are in the...
- on Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force arrests 14 at Lynnwood-area apartment complexHas the Lynnwood Police blotter been discontinued? Haven't seen it for a while. Good way to keep people informed of...
- on Letter to the editor: A Flock pause is not enough — broken promises demand cancellationThank you to Council Member Derica Escamilla for her motion to cancel this contract at the November 10th City Council...
- on Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force arrests 14 at Lynnwood-area apartment complexThanks for the feedback. We usually do indicate unincorporated Lynnwood but failed to do so this time. We will add...
- on Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force arrests 14 at Lynnwood-area apartment complexThank you for reporting, but it would be wonderful if it was reported that this property is located in unincorporated...
- on Lynnwood Council to review proposed 53% property increase Nov. 17Find another way.
- on Lynnwood Council to review proposed 53% property increase Nov. 17Nothing like taxing people out of their homes!! Tax upon tax upon tax. Dont even get me started on utility...
- on Lynnwood Council approves farmers market agreement, reviews property tax levies, budget amendmentsCancel sthe FLOCK program and get our money back. According to an article in the Seattle Times on 12/18 "In...
- on Lynnwood Council to review proposed 53% property increase Nov. 17You got thousands apartment units tax free tax them first this is getting stupid
- on Lynnwood Council to review proposed 53% property increase Nov. 17Do not increase property taxes and/or utility rates. The reason - affordability –should be obvious. This solution does not increase...
- on Lynnwood Council to review proposed 53% property increase Nov. 17The mayor, who is an accountant just doesn't understand you can't get blood out of a turnip. She thinks everyone...
- on Grief Companioning Project focuses on what happens after a drug overdose deathThank you for this touching article.
- on Long-awaited 200th St SW and Hwy 99 turning lane is completeI’ve done business with Harris Ford. Bought a new car. After this street fiasco, I would never do business with...
- on Long-awaited 200th St SW and Hwy 99 turning lane is completeThis was the primary reason why I voted for George Hurst for Lynnwood's mayor. I can't help but think that...
- on Looking Back: History of the waterways of South Snohomish CountyThis is a wonderful piece of history, and I think you may be right about Shell Creek. As a historian...
- on Washington L&I investigates alleged wage theft at Lynnwood construction siteWow, no wonder the city isn’t getting enough revenue with sweetheart deals like this. How does the city justify giving...
- on Washington L&I investigates alleged wage theft at Lynnwood construction siteInteresting......6.2 million multi-family tax exemption. No wonder the city is broke. ENSO is not setting aside units for lower income...
- on Community Transit public hearing and board meeting Nov. 6As a frequent bus rider, I wish CT would have a place for us to sit while waiting for the...
- on Lynnwood pauses Flock license plate cameras after immigration-related data breachThis contract should be cancelled. There are benefits for public safety associated with this program, but they are outweighed by...
- on Washington L&I investigates alleged wage theft at Lynnwood construction siteGreat article Ashley. Washington workers deserve better
- on Lynnwood pauses Flock license plate cameras after immigration-related data breachThis is a great first step towards restoring privacy to Lynnwood! We need to keep the pressure up to cancel...
- on Snohomish County food banks experience surge in need amid cuts, benefit delaysAnyone paying attention would know this was going to be a problem. Why are you only now pointing this out....
- on Additional $600 in federal benefit for unemployed workers set to end July 25FREE COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING dinner November 27 @ 9:45 am - 5:00 pm On Thanksgiving Day, November 27, Westgate Chapel will...
- on Former President Nixon’s sister-in-law, Edmonds School District teacher Gay Lynne Nixon passes awayMrs. Nixon was absolutely the greatest teacher of my life! The rare teacher that makes kids truly want to be...
- on American Crown Circus in Lynnwood through Nov. 3Great experience for the whole family we loved it. Well worth the price.
- on County Council Corner: Human services, law enforcement partnership shows promise in addressing homelessnessThis is where I want my tax dollars to go actually. In a country where the rich continue to refuse...
- on Washington state Democrats look at imposing income tax on higher earnersOnce a tax starts it grows. To everybody. It will not stop at rich people. What really needs to happen...
- on American Crown Circus in Lynnwood through Nov. 3Too bad it has to be so expensive for famlies. $30 for an adult?? really??? thats horrible!!!
- on George Hurst: Veteran councilmember seeks mayoral seat for a third timeI met with Mr Hurst and his wife for a concern in my little neighborhood. They sat at my dining...
- on Lynnwood man one of 10 arrested on drug, gun trafficking conspiraciesWill be interesting to find out how many, if any, of these are here illegally.
- on Letter to the editor: Your tax dollars being used to build new baseball stadium in EverettThe Lynnwood Meadowdale Playfields Dugouts and Lighting project is approved for a $595,000 grant request from the Youth Athletic Facilities....
- on Local panel discusses vulture capitalism and vanishing local newsThis was a terrific documentary. Thank you, MNNN and the League of Women Voters. I encourage everyone to take time...
- on Improved outage map to help PUD customers navigate storm seasonWe actually lost power (fairly briefly) last weekend and the new map is so much nicer than the old one!...
- on Court records reveal Lynnwood candidate Bryce Owings’ history of DV, drug chargesThank you for this article and shedding some light on the background of this candidate, a criminal in the running...
- on Reader view: Defending the soul of AmericaThank you Sam for being brave and writing this moving letter. So much of what you wrote is how many...
- on Propeller V.P. talks Paine Field expansion plans at Lynnwood Chamber luncheonI live in North Lynnwood and planes fly over my home. What are acceptable noise levels for residents under flight...
- on Ferguson, Larsen serve free lunch in Lynnwood, highlighting food aid crisisWell, I am thinking he has yet again used this as a political ploy. Pushing ALL the blame on Trump...
- on Letter to the editor: Money to burnI just have to point out you answered none of the writer’s question. Instead of going to “what party you...
- on Learn how city government works at Lynnwood UniversityGood little program, participate if you have time. It is informative, fun and you get to meet some of the...
- on Alicia Crank appointed new senior manager of philanthropy at Homage Senior ServicesA late congratulations on your new role Alicia! You will be a wonderful addition to a wonderful organization! And on...
- on Three porch thieves arrested in Lynnwood; packages and mail returnedYou're welcome. Lynnwood needs some good news.
- on Lynnwood Council candidate Isabel Mata kicks off her campaign with karaoke and free tacosIsabel’s slogan “No one left behind” says it all. Her focus on fair wages, affordable child care, and inclusive policies...
- on Three porch thieves arrested in Lynnwood; packages and mail returnedThank you so much!
- on Learn how city government works at Lynnwood UniversityI learned a lot when I did this. Some of the things that make a city.
- on Sharron Cain: Longtime Lynndale Elementary teacher lived life with curiousity and zestA lovely poem for Sharron! She lived life with love and kindness.
- on Share feedback to shape the future of state’s Roadside Memorial ProgramPlease keep the roadside memorial signs. They are an important reminder of what can happen if a person decides to...
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