In Memoriam: Honoring Lives That Shaped Our Community and Beyond

In a year marked by profound loss, 2025 saw the passing of luminaries and local heroes whose contributions continue to resonate across sports, civil rights, education, and culture. From NBA and NFL Hall of Famers Lenny Wilkens and Kenny Easley—who left lasting legacies in Seattle and Lynnwood through championships, community academies, and youth empowerment—to Snohomish […]
Tragedy at RedWest Music Festival in Utah claims the life of 23-year-old Lynnwood resident

Lynnwood resident, Ava Ahlander, tragically passed on Monday after she was struck by a scaffolding plank while in Utah. The 23-year-old was in Salt Lake City attending the RedWest Music Festival with friends when the accident occurred on Saturday, October 11. Due to high winds, a 2”x12” board from a construction site near the venue […]