ESD Superintendent Dr. McDuffy response to extending closure
With the announcement this afternoon by Gov. Jay Inslee and State Superintendent Chris Reykdal about school closures remaining in effect through the end of the school year, we want to assure you that we will be doing everything we can to take care of each and every student we serve! We have initial plans underway […]
COVID-19 in the community: What you need to know
By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times The novel coronavirus, known as COVID-19, originated in Wuhan, China and is a newly discovered respiratory tract infection spreading from person to person throughout the global community, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Center for Systems Science and Engineering at John Hopkins University, has […]
A Message to the Lynnwood Community Regarding COVID-19
By Mayor Nicola Smith | City of Lynnwood These are uncertain times, and we are learning more and more each day about the coronavirus. I want to thank all of our community members who are doing their part to increase social distancing, staying away from others when they are feeling unwell, and helping to slow […]
Interview with new superintendent Gustavo Balderas
By Kirsten Johnson | Lynnwood Times When Gustavo Balderas takes helm as Edmonds School District’s new superintendent July 1, he said his first step is to listen. “The first few months, I plan to do a lot of listening and learning,” Balderas told the Lynnwood Times. “I want to really learn about the quality of […]
Important postponements and cancellations related to COVID-19
By Superintendent Dr. Kristine McDuffy | March 6, 2020 Community use will be suspended beginning Monday, March 9, through Sunday, April 12. Sporting competitions, concerts, dances, plays, and information nights are cancelled or postponed beginning Monday, March 9, through Sunday, April 12. All local, out-of-state and international field trips scheduled between Monday, March 9, and […]
Local officials address declaration of emergency regarding COVID-19 in Snohomish County
by Luke Putvin A local declaration of emergency for Snohomish County was signed on March 4, 2020 by County Executive Dave Somers and others regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Somers, along with County Councilmember and Board of Health Chair Stephanie Wright, Interim Health Officer Dr. Chris Spitters and several local mayors, gathered on March 5 […]
Dr. Gustavo Balderas named new superintendent
By Harmony Weinberg | Edmonds School District Pending completion of contract negotiations, Dr. Balderas begins July 1 LYNNWOOD – The Edmonds School District Board of Directors has extended an offer to Dr. Gustavo Balderas to become the next superintendent. The board voted on their decision in a public meeting at the district office this afternoon. […]
Search for new superintendent jumps into high gear
By Harmony Weinberg | Edmonds School District Public invited to hear from finalists at community forum Monday, March 2 LYNNWOOD – More than 35 applied, but only seven will make their way in front of the Edmonds School District Board of Directors to become the next superintendent. Closed session interviews take place early next week. […]
Bernie Sanders rallies over 17,000 at Tacoma Dome
by Luke Putvin Bernie Sanders’ rally for his 2020 Presidential Primary run saw a turnout of 17,026 people, verified by Lt. Ken Hansen, Fire Inspector with the City of Tacoma Fire Department. The Lynnwood Times posed several questions to the people waiting for the doors to open before the event. When asked why individuals were […]
Girls on the Run Snohomish County – Registration now open
by Girls on the Run Snohomish County | January 13, 2020 Welcome to Girls on the Run! – a life-changing, non-profit program for girls in the 3rd through 8th grade. Our mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Practices start the week […]
