Determined Stern says she aims to unite city government
While giving her first-ever political speech, Edmonds City Council candidate Darlene Stern admitted Thursday night that she is "not a political animal." But the escrow company manager and widow of late Edmonds Police Chief David Stern told supporters gathered for her campaign kickoff that "I’m interested in accomplishing this job and I’m determined to do [...]Detroit Autoworks foreclosure displaces fundraising fireworks stand
News from our friends at Lynnwood Today that the Detroit Autoworks on Highway 99 at 212th Street is facing foreclosure, which has displaced a local youth group that planned to sell fireworks there as a fundraiser. Heres the complete story: By Mike Murphy It was supposed to be their largest fundraiser of the year. But [...]
Written on June 30, 2011 | Posted in News | Leave a comment
Standing Wave sculpture gets a permanent home at train station
The City of Edmonds and Sound Transit were on hand Wednesday as the "Standing Wave" sculpture by Seattle artist Gerry Tsutakawa finally received a permanent home. In 2002, Sound Transit worked with the Edmonds Arts Commission to select an artist to create artwork for the new Sound Transit train platform. Tsutakawa was chosen and he [...]Wilcox promises a common sense approach to Edmonds City Council
In his campaign kickoff speech for Edmonds City Council Wednesday night, retired Edmonds business owner Bob Wilcox pledged to focus on a "common sense approach" to growth and creation of a healthy business climate. "We live in a very special place and we have had the benefit of a lot of superior services and benefits," [...]Highlights of Edmonds PD annual report: overall crime down but DUI arrests up
Editors note: This story replaces an earlier incomplete version that was published in error. When it comes to criminal activity in Edmonds, the city experienced fewer crimes overall but saw an increase in the number of rapes, arsons and DUI arrests. Thats according to the Edmonds Police Departments 2010 Annual Report, which was just posted [...]Tattooed robber strikes downtown Edmonds Bank of America Wednesday
A man with distinctive facial tattoos robbed the downtown Edmonds Bank of America branch of an undisclosed amount of cash just after 4:30 p.m. Wednesday. According to Edmonds Police, the robber passed a note to a bank teller demanding money, then fled the bank with an undisclosed amount of cash, leaving in a getaway car [...]
Written on June 29, 2011 | Posted in Featured | Leave a comment
Why I voted against the labor agreements
By DJ Wilson Edmonds City Council On Tuesday night at our City Council meeting, I voted against our labor agreements with two of our bargaining units at the City of Edmonds. This vote has been particularly hard for me. I have voiced a number of concerns, both about process and substance, during our executive sessions. [...]Reminder: Edmonds-based MS Helping Hands looking for volunteers
MS Helping Hands, an Edmonds-based, all-volunteer organization that supports people with Mutiple Sclerosis, is looking for volunteers who would like to put their time and talents to work for a good cause. Several different types of positions are open for both male and female volunteers. MSHH operates the Donor Closet, located at 409 Howell Way [...]More levy discussion for Council Tuesday; Wilson sole ‘no’ vote on labor contracts
As planned, the Edmonds City Council spent three hours in a self-described workshop Tuesday night -- tossing around ideas for a possible levy to place on the November ballot. And in predictable form, the council did not make a decision, instead preferring to wait until the citys second-quarter financial numbers are released. After councilmembers spent [...]Jelly Belly bus tour set to arrive in Edmonds in late July
Reserve your calendar for Friday, July 29: Thats the day that TOP Food & Drug in Edmonds is hosting the Jelly Belly tour bus, giving the public a chance to sample favorites and participate in an unusual taste test. Jelly Belly representatives will answer questions from noon to 4 p.m. while offering fun and prizes [...]
Written on June 28, 2011 | Posted in Featured | Leave a comment
Police arrest suspect in Edmonds CC assault
Updated Tuesday afternoon with new information from Lynnwood Police. A 20-year-old Lynnwood man, who is also a student at Edmonds Community College, was arrested this morning after he hit another man in a bathroom at the college. The student was booked and released for assault 4, a gross misdemeanor and minor exhibiting the effects of [...]Reminder: Wilcox, Stern campaign kickoffs this week
Two challengers for Edmonds City Council seats will formally launch their campaigns with events this week. Bob Wilcox, running against incumbent Diane Buckshnis for City Council Position 4, will hold his event at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 29 at the Wilcox Construction office, 234 5th Ave. S. It is open to the public. Darlene Stern, who [...]Library features work by Tracy Kay Fraker and Lynn Scott
The Edmonds Arts Commission is pleased to present an exhibit of paintings by Tracy Fraker and Lynn Scott. their exhibit at the Edmonds Library runs now through July 30. Library hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. The Edmonds Library is located [...]Latest candidate videos now available for viewing
If you missed our interviews with Edmonds mayoral and city council candidates Monday night, they are now archived and available for viewing here: Edmonds Mayoral Candidate Dave Earling Edmonds City Council Candidate Lora Petso Edmonds City Council Candidate Joan Bloom A complete schedule of all upcoming shows can be found here. Note that we will [...]Edmonds Port Commission report for June 27
During its meeting Monday, the Port Commission of the Port of Edmonds took the following actions: - Received a special report on the fishing outlook for 2011 from John Hjort of Edmonds’ Willow Creek Hatchery. According to Hjort, the salmon season is expected to be very good this year, partially due to a much-larger-than-usual run [...]Celtic Cowboy barbecue reopens Tuesday
The Celtic Cowboy barbecue reopens Tuesday at 11 a.m., featuring bagpiper Neil Hubbard from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The barbecue joint located just off Highway 99 closed shortly after it opened in February to allow owner Steve Freeman time to recover from a medical procedure -- and now he and wife Lisa are ready to serve [...]
Written on June 27, 2011 | Posted in Featured | 2 Comments
State Patrol K-9 units to sniff out illegal fireworks this week
The Washington State Patrol reminds those riding on Washington State Ferries that an important part of the overall security for the ferry system is the use of patrol explosive detection canine teams. These dogs are trained to sniff out explosives, which includes legal and illegal fireworks, the patrol adds, so ferry customers in vehicles carrying [...]City of Edmonds to dedicate petanque courts July 16 and host tourney July 17
The City of Edmonds on Saturday, July 16 will dedicate two new courts for the game of petanque adjacent to an existing court at the Edmonds Civic Center Playfield at 230 6th Ave. N. Following the official ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m., a demonstration of petanque (pronounced pay-tonk’) will be given, after which anyone who [...]Edmonds Council levy workshop back in council chambers; will be televised
Following an outcry from two councilmembers and some citizens, the three-hour Edmonds City Council workshop scheduled Tuesday night to discuss ideas for a possible November levy has been moved from City Halls Brackett Room back to the Council Chambers, where it can be televised. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the Public Safety [...]The latest issue of Community Blog TV featuring My Edmonds News
My Edmonds News publisher Teresa Wippel talks about the issues and people of Edmonds in this fourth show on Community Blog TV, a program profiling five Seattle-area community blogs. The show was taped on Friday, June 24, and you can watch it here, or tune in tonight to Comcast Channel 77 or 23 or online [...]Edmonds Military Wire: Keeping the romance alive during deployments
By Michael Schindler I have a confession. When the Dating Divas first reached out, I was sure that what they were doing didnt apply to me - after all, Im married and I left "dating" behind a long time ago. And yet, my wife and I have date nights....what was I thinking?? Ladies, Im sure [...]Edmonds Kind of Dad: What Fathers Day meant to me
By David Kaufer I know this is well after the fact, but I’ve had the chance to reflect upon Fathers Day and its significance to me as both a Dad and a son. Even though there are some who may dismiss it as a Hallmark greeting, I do think it’s an important day – but [...]
Written on June 26, 2011 | Posted in News | Leave a comment
Driftwood Players present ‘High School Musical’ camp for teens this week
Aspiring actors ages 12-18 are invited to participate in Driftwood Players Summer Teen Ensemble of Disneys "High School Musical," with rehearsals for the next three weeks and a performance July 15-17 in the Wade James Theatre. While auditions were held this past weekend, were told the camp may still have room for those who want [...]
Written on June 26, 2011 | Posted in News | Leave a comment
School Board Report: Preliminary proposal for ’12 technology/capital levy
By Florine Gingerich At its meeting on June 21, the Edmonds School Board considered preliminary proposals for the 2012 Replacement Technology/Capital Improvements Levy which, if approved, will be in effect from 2013 through 2016. This levy would replace the current four-year levy, which expires in 2012. The vote will not occur until next February. Staff [...]Search MyEdmondsNews.com
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