- howard slauson 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...
- Nancy Katims 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
- Bruce Banner on Demolition begins on property that housed Edmonds’ Value VillageWhy did Value Village close?
- Jan Dahlgaard 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...
- Samuel H Bess on EPA alleges Lynnwood sewage plant violated Clean Air Act; city faces second fine in a year What ever happened to pro-active planning? Why do voters install leaders who fail to plan ahead? Here, Lynnwood has had...
- Mary Rouzer 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...
- Brandon Baugh 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...
- Louisa Mackenzie 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...
- Catherine Brand 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,...
- Jan Dahlgaard on Thanks to Rick Steves, Lynnwood Hygiene Center has a permanent homeWhat a wonderful thing to do! Thank you!
- Raquel Ruedas on Visionary artist d’Elaine Johnson celebrated for her legacyGreat article!
- George South 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...
- Jan Dahlgaard 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.
- Elaine Lee 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...
- Jan Dahlgaard on MTHS senior turns setbacks into winning state championship in STEM contestCongratulations! You have the determination to become a successful person.
- Sheryl H Eldridge on Lynnwood City Council talks sales tax increase, staff pay and animal code If the justification for this sales tax increase is to apply for a grant that requires compliance with immigration enforcement...
- PAUL L RICHARDS on Council to consider 0.1% sales tax increase — making Lynnwood’s highest statewide Getting to a point where we are being taxed w/o representation.
- Harry Stone on Council to consider 0.1% sales tax increase — making Lynnwood’s highest statewide Well! I see they are at it again. When is the Mayor, Council and City Finance Director Michelle Meyer who...
- Jim Miller 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.
- Joetta Fort 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 &...
- Heather Vasquez 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...
- Harry Stone 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...
- Stacey Valenzuela 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...
- Administrator 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...
- Harry Stone 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...
- David Barber 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...
- Administrator 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...
- Anne Ciccone 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...
- Krysteen Lomonaco on Lynnwood Council to review proposed 53% property increase Nov. 17Find another way.
- Rebecca Wood 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...
- Catherine C Brand 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...
- Richard Ridgeway on Lynnwood Council to review proposed 53% property increase Nov. 17You got thousands apartment units tax free tax them first this is getting stupid
- Catherine Brand 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...
- Harry Stone 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...
- Mary Stowell on Grief Companioning Project focuses on what happens after a drug overdose deathThank you for this touching article.
- howard slauson 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...
- Eric Clem 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...
- David M. Buergge on Looking Back: History of the waterways of South Snohomish County This is a wonderful piece of history, and I think you may be right about Shell Creek. As a historian...
- howard slauson 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...
- Harry Stone 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...
- Laila Barr 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...
- David Barber 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...
- Zach McCown on Washington L&I investigates alleged wage theft at Lynnwood construction siteGreat article Ashley. Washington workers deserve better
- Quinn Van Order 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...
- Gabriel Kearns 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....
- Susan T Pravitz 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...
- Keile Jacobsmuhlen 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...
- Alicia Delgadillo on American Crown Circus in Lynnwood through Nov. 3Great experience for the whole family we loved it. Well worth the price.
- Gabriel Kearns 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...
- Elaine Lee 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...
- Heidi Goodgion 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!!!
- Kathleen Smith 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...
- Rick Michels 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.
- JOHN E MARTIN 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....
- Catherine C Brand 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...
- Tekk Anderson 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!...
- Naz Lashgari 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...
- Megan Daniel 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...
- Melanie Patton 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...
- Elaine Lee 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...
- Cathy Ferbrache 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...
- Paul Richards 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...
- Bonnie Jackson 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...
- Nick Ng on Three porch thieves arrested in Lynnwood; packages and mail returnedYou're welcome. Lynnwood needs some good news.
- Rachel Svec 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...
- Jan Dahlgaard on Three porch thieves arrested in Lynnwood; packages and mail returnedThank you so much!
- Jan Dahlgaard on Learn how city government works at Lynnwood UniversityI learned a lot when I did this. Some of the things that make a city.
- Catherine Feller on Sharron Cain: Longtime Lynndale Elementary teacher lived life with curiousity and zestA lovely poem for Sharron! She lived life with love and kindness.
- Mary Foxworthy 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...
- Bob Wilcox on In Days Gone By: Scriber Lake and the Wilcox Family’s Legacy, part 2 (1932-1967)When I was making sure I had my information correct when I was gathering information for the memorial stone mom...
- Elaine Lee on Letter to the editor: Money to burnYour comments make it very clear which political party you prefer. You have a right to make choices. But I...
- Lisa Utter on Colton Taylor Cumpston: Meadowdale High and Edmonds College graduateSending love and condolences to his family and the circle of friends that he touched.
- Byron WILKES on In Days Gone By: Scriber Lake and the Wilcox Family’s Legacy, part 2 (1932-1967)I'm happy that I could provide you with some background on your wonderful family's history. You have a lot to...
- Barb Christensen on In Days Gone By: Scriber Lake and the Wilcox Family’s Legacy, part 2 (1932-1967)This was emailed to me by my sister. We are the Grand Daughters of Grandma Goody. I hate to say...
- Sherry Smith on In Days Gone By: Scriber Lake and the Wilcox Family’s Legacy, part 2 (1932-1967)Thank you for this history. I have lived in Lynnwood for 50 years and did not know the history of...
- Pam Espinosa on Colton Taylor Cumpston: Meadowdale High and Edmonds College graduateOh how terribly, terribly sad. I am so sorry. Colton was a sweet, kind, gentle young man. I'm so, so...
- Sheri Cooley on Election 2025: Josh Binda, candidate for Lynnwood City Council Position 3Vote him out. He can not be trusted to represent us. If it were anyone else who had questionable actions...
- Peter Meyerhof on Sakha families gather in Lynnwood to celebrate ancient summer festivalThe information I provided comes from a new investigation into the contents a little known ledger book that was kept...
- Nick Ng on Sakha families gather in Lynnwood to celebrate ancient summer festivalHi Peter. Those are great questions, and that was one of the highlights in my research into the Sakha's presence...
- Administrator on Edmonds Waterfront Center hosting free teen cooking classes this fallThe minimum age is 13, according to the Edmonds Waterfront Center.
- Choy Vong on Public comments invited on Everett Link light rail extensionKaiser Permanente Medical Clinic is a new facility very near the Everett station. Please provide some bus connections to such...
- Ellen Dahill Govan on Edmonds Waterfront Center hosting free teen cooking classes this fallThis is awesome! What is the minimum age for your 'teen'. TIA.
- Peter Meyerhof on Sakha families gather in Lynnwood to celebrate ancient summer festivalI am doing some research on Peter Kostromitinoff (the Russian manager of Fort Ross) who left Ft. Ross for Russia...
- Paul Richards on Violent crime drops in Washington as drug offenses skyrocket, latest statistics showInteresting that Seattle's current overall crime rate is significantly higher than the national average. For 2023, Seattle's crime rate was...
- Lynda Doctorello on Commentary: Behind PAWS’ spike in dog surrendersPAWS is a great place to adopt your next fur baby. I just adopted my second animal from PAWS ....
- Char Blankenship on Commentary: Behind PAWS’ spike in dog surrendersI thought and had hoped that Bella's Voice, at the previous Bartell location on Hwy 99 and 176th, would really...
- Elizabeth Hunter on Commentary: Behind PAWS’ spike in dog surrendersPaws made it a difficult place to adopt from, we left and went to Woodinville adopted our beautiful little Tilly...
- Char Blankenship on Budget breakdown: What to know about Lynnwood’s looming $10.7M deficitMayor Frizzle and Lynnwood council, let's start things off by being truthful and transparent. Is that even possible? Many citizens,...
- PHILOMEN RASMUSSON on Sounds of Africa Festival at Everett’s Garfield Park Aug. 16I'am the owner of Kenya Direct Fashion and Decor I sell African Hand-made Jewelry,s Clothing, Home Decor and Other Small...
- Heather Vasquez on Mary Anne Cory: A lifelong learner and natural leaderMary Anne Cory was a real ray of sunshine. She always had a smile and a hug for me when...
- Patty Peters on Alicia Crank appointed new senior manager of philanthropy at Homage Senior ServicesAlicia, congratulations on this position. Another source I'm familiar with is "100+ Women Who Care About Snohomish County". They do...
- Missy Hancock on Lynnwood city staff celebrate safer street upgrades at College Place ElementaryYea! Go Emily, what a way to stand up for your community and represent something that will keep us all...
- Madhav Somani on Scene in Lynnwood: City councilmembers help with trash pickupWould love to contribute.
- Jan Christoe on Letter to the editor: It’s time to think beyond the honeybeeDoing everything I can in our small space. This is good news.
- Kristin Sterner on Letter to the editor: It’s time to think beyond the honeybeeYes!
- Joetta Fort on English ivy added to list of plants that are illegal to buy or sell in WashingtonGood start, but not enough. Birds spread English ivy by seed, so until there's laws requiring property owners to eradicate...
- Joetta Fort on Letter to the editor: It’s time to think beyond the honeybeeHear! Hear!!
- Eric Clem on Local garbage strike heads into second week, mediation talks resume Tuesday"Republic Services Work Stoppage We are aware of the current Republic Services strike, which is affecting services for a portion...
- Laurel Callan on Local garbage strike heads into second week, mediation talks resume TuesdayWho can we contact at the City of Lynnwood about garbage drop off locations? Several other cities are offering drop...
- Steve Pearson on Local garbage strike heads into second week, mediation talks resume TuesdayAgreed. We need a new service provider. And not thanks to the Teamsters that are on strike in areas where...
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