Edmonds-area high school sports results for Friday, Saturday

GIRLS TENNIS Friday Jackson 4, Edmonds-Woodway 3 Singles: Jane Hong (EW) d. Jessica Mar 7-6 (7-2), 6-7 (5-7), 6-4; Kelly Corbett (J) d. Mikala Valdez 6-2, 602; Emily Storino (EW) d. Maddie Haugen 2-6, 6-3, 6-2; Zita DaRe (J) d. Kalia Machado 6-2, 6-2. Doubles: Sophie Roben-Sarah Fine (EW) d. Sarah Kim-Anna Smith 6-3, 6-3; [...]

May 6 bowling fundraiser to benefit Edmonds’ Bottomless Backpacks program

Wayne Purser of 365 Things to Do in Edmonds interviews Lisa Galluci of the Edmonds Community Foundation about the organizations May 6 bowling fundraiser at Robin Hood Lanes on Edmonds Way, starting with registration at 6:30 p.m. and bowling at 7 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Foundations Bottomless Backpacks for Youth program, which provides backpacks [...]

Former Edmonds resident killed in Afghanistan

An assistant professor at the U.S. Air Force Academy formerly from Edmonds was killed Wednesday in Kabul, Afghanistan. Major Phil Ambard, age 44, was killed in a shooting at the Kabul International Airport. He was serving on a NATO team training the Afghan Air Force, according to a story on the U.S. Air Force Academy [...]

Reminder: Edmonds Native Plant Demonstration Garden anniversary celebration Sunday

The Edmonds Wildlife Habitat and Native Plant Garden is the place to be Sunday when the demonstration garden celebrates its one-year anniversary from 1-4 p.m. at the Willow Creek Salmon Hatchery, 95 Pine St. off Highway 104. Everyone is invited to see the garden and learn about native plants and how to attract and support [...]

All invited to Harbor Square dance-off May 6 benefiting 3-Day for Cure

Fitness instructors at Harbor Square Athletic Club in Edmonds are sponsoring a Zumba Fitness vs. HipHop Hustle "Party in Pink" dance-off event from 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, May 6, with all funds raised being donated to the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure. The event will be led by a group of instructors, who are [...]

Something to crow about

Edmonds musician, radio DJ behind May 6 concert to benefit youth music

By Allison Pascoe Edmonds musician and WARM 106.9 radio DJ Michael McMorrow believes that music has a strong impact on the lives of young students. That’s why McMorrow is organizing Synergia Northwest 2011 – a concert that will benefit youth music programs across Washington state – at 8 p.m. next Friday, May 6 at Seattle’s [...]

Edmonds Police Blotter, April 19-25

By Allison Pascoe Here’s the latest from the Edmonds Police Department files: April 19, 23700 block of 78th Avenue West: Unknown subjects were stealing fuel from a vehicle when the homeowner chased them off the property. The suspects left in a dark van and dropped items as they left. April 20, 23200 block of 100th [...]

Saturday in Edmonds: community shred-a-thon, gift show, Reading with Rover

Its a busy Saturday in Edmonds, with sun (!) in the forecast, so enjoy the day. Here are some events to check out: The Black Student Union at Edmonds -Woodway High School will be collecting donations for the Lynnwood Food Bank from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.the at QFC store on 196th Avenue West and 76th Avenue [...]

Edmonds Sounder Station update: Main Street sidewalk closure continues

Utility work next to Main Street continues to impact the sidewalk on the south side of the street near Sound Transits Edmonds  Sounder commuter train station, Sound Transit said in a update issued Friday.  The pedestrian detour to the sidewalk on the north side of Main Street  remains in place. Once the grading is finished for the [...]

Edmonds Real Estate News: Some basics before you list your home for sale

By Carl Brecht Welcome to Edmonds Real Estate News. Each week we will cover a topic of importance to either buyers or sellers of real estate. Please make comments and suggest topics for discussion. Our third article focuses on the maybe not so obvious when considering the sale of your home. The obvious to everyone [...]

A fine evening of fashion in Edmonds

Fun rain boots from Mushoes. (All photos by Amber Salinas Photography) From casual wear to wedding gowns to accessories for mans best friend, the latest fashions were on display Thursday night during “An Evening of Everything Edmonds” Fashion Show hosted by the Downtown Edmonds Merchants Association. Models walked the runway at the Edmonds Center for the Arts while [...]

Reminder: EWHS Black Student Union to sponsor food bank fundraiser Saturday

The Black Student Union at Edmonds Woodway High School will be collecting donations for the Lynnwood Food Bank on Saturday, April 30 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.the  at QFC store on 196th Avenue West and 76th Avenue West. The funds raised will provide ViSalus Vi-Shape Nutritional Shake protein meals to children and families through the Lynnwood [...]

Edmonds-area fire calls week of April 21

Snohomish County Fire District No. 1 responded to 318 calls the week of April 21-27: 264 emergency medical aid calls, 17 motor vehicle collisions, eight fires, two natural gas leaks, 11 service calls and 16 automatic fire alarms. The following calls were in or near Edmonds: April 22 COLLISION: At 5:23 p.m., a vehicle went [...]

Edmonds-area high school sports roundup for Thursday

BASEBALL Jackson 5, E-W 3 The third-ranked Warriors have lost only four games this season, and all of them have been to Jackson, which is ranked number-one in the state in the latest 4A coaches poll. Jackson pitcher Sam Brown shut down E-Ws normally potent offense, as the Warriors top four hitters went 0-for-12 against [...]

Edmonds scenic: Thursday sunset

With a mayor and a congressman in his corner, D.J. Wilson launches re-election campaign

Edmonds City Councilmember D.J. Wilson launched his campaign for re-election late Thursday afternoon to dozens of supporters who gathered at Walnut Street Coffee. Wilson, accompanied by his wife Karianna and his two young children, noted that when he first campaigned for council, his son was six months old and his daughter had not yet been [...]

Artfully Edmonds: Plan your arts calendar for May and beyond

By Ellen Chappelle Spring has sprung and it’s time to start filling your social calendar with fun, artistic things to do this spring and summer. First up, the merry month of May! From art openings to performances to concerts, May holds a little something for everyone. Check out our list to see what looks like [...]

My Edmonds Food: Farmers Market arrives next weekend and Romio’s becomes Kebella’s

By Lara Alexander The Farmers Market is almost here! If you are a gardener, a “locavore”, or a lover of fruits and vegetables, you have probably been waiting with great anticipation for the first day of the Edmonds farmers market. You will be very glad to know that you only have a few more days [...]

Edmonds police arrest would-be burglar after struggle with homeowner

A 25-year-old Edmonds man was taken into police custody Thursday after he tried to kick in the door of a residence in the 1300 block of 6th Place South in downtown Edmonds and fled following a struggle with the homeowner inside. Edmonds police responded to the neighborhood at 11:26 a.m. when a resident reported seeing [...]

The Environmental Advocate: Diapering with a conscience

By Laura Spehar Isn’t it unfortunate that we bring our little ones into the world already depleting natural resources? Whether a parent decides to choose cloth cotton diapers or disposable ones; they unavoidably will have an impact on the environment. Studies have shown that by the time a child is toilet trained, he or she [...]

D.J. Wilson to kick off City Council re-election campaign today

Edmonds CityCouncilmember D.J. Wilson will officially kick off his campaign for a second council term with an event at Edmonds Walnut Street Coffee, 410 Walnut St., from 4:30-6:30 p.m.  today. Featured speaker will be U.S. Congressman Jay Inslee. An Edmonds resident since 1999, Wilson runs a public affairs firm — Wilson Strategic — focused on health care [...]

Letter: Federal patent bill is bad news for small businesses

Dear Editor: The U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate continue to ignore the needs of the small business community despite the desperate need for the jobs smaller American businesses create. For years the small business community has repeatedly warned the Congress that provisions in various Federal patent bills, like current House Bill H.R. 1249, [...]

Spirit of Ashley Aven lives on as MHS scoreboard to be dedicated in her name

By Shelly Oberhotlzer I believe we are not defined by what we have but rather by what we give away. Whoever eulogizes us in the end will remember kind words we gave away and generosity freely and joyfully given from our hearts. People will recall what we contributed not what we gained. I want to [...]

Reminder: South African guitarist Johnny Clegg in Edmonds tonight

More than a musician, South African guitarist Johnny Clegg is a singer, songwriter, anthropologist and musical activist, celebrating his 30 years as a musician with "Spirit is the Journey-The 30th Anniversary Tour" and a performance at Edmonds Center for the Arts this Thursday April 28, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.ec4arts.org or [...]

State board rules against Point Wells development

The opponents of the proposed Point Wells condominium development on Puget Sound say they feel vindicated after the state Growth Management Hearings Board decided earlier this week that the 61-acre site was not properly designated as an urban center, our online news partner The Seattle Times reported Thursday. In March, to the chagrin of residents [...]

Tonight: Parents and elementary-age kids invited to bullying-prevention performance

The Parent Teacher Organization of Lynnwood-based Brighton School is inviting the public to attend a free evening performance and discussion about bullying prevention and friendship building at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Edmonds-Woodway High School Theatre, 7600 212th St. S.W. Taproot Theatre Company will perform “Treasure Ally," a play intended for parents and elementary-age children. [...]

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