Community meets at Lynndale Park for Sandlot Cinema
by LUKE PUTVIN luke.putvin@lynnwoodtimes.com On August 15, over 75 people gathered at Lynndale Park’s baseball field to watch “A Dog’s Way Home.” The screening of the movie was free to anyone who wanted to attend. Everyone brought blankets, chairs and food. The concession stand that is normally open during baseball games was open for anyone […]
A different way to tie your shoes for school
by AMY DONOVAN There’s nothing quite like lacing up a brand new pair of shoes fresh out of the box! If you don’t have new shoes, the trick I’m about to show you will revitalize them. Where will your feet carry you this year? You could lace up those kicks using the standard format or […]
Taste Edmonds: Food, music, games, beer and fun
by LUKE PUTVIN luke.putvin@lynnwoodtimes.com Hundreds of people attended each day of the 37th annual Taste Edmonds at the Civic Center Playfield in Edmonds on August 16, 17 and 18. There were over 35 food vendors and even more vendors selling handmade goods. Over 200 volunteers helped coordinate the event and there were even more volunteers […]
Edmonds Community College: Campus Safety
By LUKE PUTVIN With the recent sexual assault reported at Edmonds Community College (EDCC) on Saturday, August 3, the Lynnwood Times reached out to the college to discuss campus safety with regard to sexual assault. Jade Jeter-Hill, Director for Campus Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness, spoke about the resources available on campus as well as […]
Second South County Fire Graduation 2019
By Mario Lotmore On Friday, August 16, the Snohomish County Fire Training Academy hosted the second graduating recruit class of 2019 at the Lynnwood High School Theater. Recruit Class 19-2 graduated a total of 15 recruits from four local fire departments. From Everett, William Powers; from Lake Stevens, Logan Harding, Jacob McCann, Matt Millich, Brady […]
NASA WAGRO Summer Camp
By LUKE PUTVIN WAGRO, founded by Julieta Altamirano-Crosby and Patrick Crosby in 2012, focuses on providing resources to people and groups in underserved communities. The name of the organization means Washington (WA) and Guerrero (GRO); Altamirano-Crosby was born and raised in Guerrero, and she currently lives in Lynnwood. She co-founded WAGRO in order to help […]
New Development Agreement Code eases restrictions for builders
by LUKE PUTVIN luke.putvin@lynnwoodtimes.com On August 12, the Lynnwood City Council passed a development agreement code amendment. At the previous Business Meeting, Councilmember George Hurst moved to amend the proposed amendment to include that a “development will be required to provide a minimum of 15% of units be affordable based on an income qualification of […]
Campers learn teamwork at fifth annual South County Fire Kids Camp
by MARIO LOTMORE On July 31, the South County Fire Training Tower was the scene for the fifth annual Fire Camp hosted by South Snohomish Fire. For three days, 29 campers ages 11-14 performed rescue practices, firefighting, and water safety. They learned critical leadership and life skills. The camp is co-sponsored by the City of […]
George Hurst stresses public engagement and housing at campaign kickoff
By LUKE PUTVIN Over 50 people attended current city councilmember George Hurst’s kickoff for his 2019 reelection campaign. The event was held at the Lynnwood Old Spaghetti Factory. Over 50 people attended current city councilmember George Hurst’s kickoff for his 2019 reelection campaign. The event was held at the Lynnwood Old Spaghetti Factory. “We eat […]
Letters to the Editor: Peace Pole
Congratulations and thank you to Eagle Scout Jim Osbourn for his splendid Service Project. The Peace Poles are a great gift to everyone living in or visiting Lynnwood! Major kudos also to the Rotary Club and Dunn Lumber, city officials and all others who helped on this. And, thank to the Lynnwood Times for printing […]
