Local NASCAR driver Molly Helmuth inspires youth at Lynnwood Rotary Challenge Race
by Luke Putvin luke.putvin@lynnwoodtimes.com Over 100 people gathered outside Lynnwood Elementary School on June 22nd to attend Lynnwood Rotary Club’s Challenge Race. Council Vice President Christine Frizzell, Councilmember Shannon Sessions and Mayor Smith were among those in attendance. Deborah Kilgore, Vice President of the Edmonds School Board, and Judge Jeffrey Goodwin also attended. Special guests […]
Lynnwood remembers the fallen at Memorial Day Ceremony
by LUKE PUTVIN luke.putvin@lynnwoodtimes.com Hundreds gathered at the Memorial Day ceremony in Veterans Park on May 27. The program was dedicated to veterans of the Korean War. Those in attendance included: 32nd Legislative District Representative Cindy Ryu; Lynnwood Mayor Nicola Smith; City Council President Benjamin Goodwin; City Council Vice President Christine Frizzell; City Councilmembers George […]
Teenage suspect in fatal Alderwood Mall shooting released on $500,000 bond
LYNNWOOD, Wash.—The sixteen-year-old who is suspected of fatally shooting 13-year-old Jayda Woods-Johnson at Lynnwood’s Alderwood Mall Wednesday has been released from police custody on a $500,000 bond. “This is completely unreasonable and an example as to why this continues to occur too often in our country, our justice system isn’t taking a strong enough stand […]
Response from Mayor Frizzell on fatal Alderwood Mall shooting
Yesterday, our community experienced a horrible tragedy when a shooting incident unfolded at the Alderwood Mall during a busy and sunny evening. Sadly, an innocent bystander, Jayda Woods-Johnson was struck and killed. My heart breaks for the family of this young lady killed by a senseless act of violence. I grieve for her family as they attempt to […]
Mom turns in 16-year-old son who shot and killed a 13-year-old in Alderwood Mall
LYNNWOOD—A Thirteen-year-old girl who was shot in the Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood on Wednesday evening has succumbed to her injuries, Lynnwood Police reports. She has been identified as Jayda Woods-Johnson. Jayda’s family requests privacy at this time. The suspect has been identified as a 16-year-old male from Edmonds. He was brought in by his mother and […]
Firework use illegal in southwest Snohomish County
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood Police Department on behalf of the City of Lynnwood, is wishing everyone a happy, fun and safe Fourth of July by reminding everyone that it is illegal to discharge fireworks in southwest Snohomish County. Law enforcement including, Lynnwood Police Department will enforce the fireworks ban. Dispatchers receive higher than average call volumes leading […]
Two more burglary suspects who targeted Asian American families arrested
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Two 34-year-old men were arrested for burglary allegedly tied to millions of dollars in stolen property from the homes targeting East Indian and Asian American families. On Wednesday, May 1, Sheriff’s Office Robbery and Burglary (RBU) detectives, Lynnwood Police detectives, and Homeland Security arrested two suspects at a residence in the 6500 block of […]
Support 7 raises $100,000 at third annual reception and auction
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 17, 2024—Support 7 held its 3rd annual reception and auction at Community Life Center in Lynnwood on Saturday, April 13 hosted by former Lynnwood City Councilwoman, and current Support 7 Executive Director, Shannon Sessions. The annual fundraising event consisted of a silent auction, hearty appetizers, guest speakers, fundraising activities and an award […]
Juvenile in stolen vehicle causes three-car collision on HWY 99
LYNNWOOD—A juvenile operating a stolen vehicle sped down Highway 99 and caused a three-car collision near 176th Street around 2:30 p.m., Thursday, March 28. The suspect, a 16-year-old male from West Richland, has been booked into Denney Juvenile Detention Center. The suspect had several outstanding felony warrants at the time of his arrest for attempted […]
Resident using backyard as shooting range leads to hour-long road closure
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Police seized a firearm from a local resident after it was discovered he was attempting to teach his female companion how to shoot in his backyard. On March 26 at approximately 2:00 p.m., Lynnwood Police responded to the 20000 block of 44th Avenue West for reports of a female shooting a gun in a […]
