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More resources for missing, murdered indigenous women | Guest View
Editor's note: U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-Washington) sent the following letter to President Biden. Dear President Biden: I write to request that you prioritize the delivery of... — Updated 5/18/2023
Music on the mind | Guest View
My husband and I attended the recent Bruce Springsteen concert. Neither of us had been to a concert in quite some time, but we couldn’t resist a trip to see “The Boss.” At... — Updated 5/18/2023
In line at the post office, the mood lightens | Guest View
It's the weekend. The line in the Edmonds post office snakes all the way into the lobby. I decide to wait with several other patrons and take my place in line. People stand... — Updated 5/4/2023
Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation condemns school district's cut in arts funding | Guest View
The Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation expresses deep disappointment over the recent decision by the Edmonds School District to cut $15 million from its budget. This will have a... — Updated 4/28/2023
Music (and arts) education: A matter of priorities | Guest View
I spend 100 days a year in Europe, but Day 101 – the day I return to my hometown of Edmonds – is always my happiest. Looking through my office window, I can see my old junior... — Updated 4/27/2023
Do we need to jump the gun with a MOU for Unocal property? | Guest View
The mayor of Edmonds is asking the Edmonds City Council for permission to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Washingtons State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)... — Updated 4/20/2023
Oh, you wanted wheels with that? | Guest View
When our 20-year-old drier finally quit, I had a hard time finding a new one. I learned I should be happy to even find a new one. Never mind that it cost twice its real worth. Then... — Updated 4/13/2023
When will the City do the right thing for our creeks? | Guest View
The photo accompanying this column is what a local salmon-bearing stream should NOT look like. This is lower Perrinville Creek in Edmonds, now illegally blocking salmon passage... — Updated 3/30/2023
Scrivener's errors, and why City has work to do | Guest View
Many have heard the term “scrivener’s error.” Washington State case law (88 Wn. App. 669, Halbert v. Forney) defines a scrivener's error as an unintended error or omission mad... — Updated 3/30/2023
Taking cues from the Inquisition | Guest View
Clothed only in confidence, his toes gripping the pedestal, Michelangelo's David seems ready and determined to step out of the Dark Ages and into a hopeful future. Completed in 1504... — Updated 3/30/2023
Displacement: Don't upzone seniors from their homes | Guest View
I recently attended a get-together where everyone was in the senior age group. Surprisingly, the conversation had two divergent topics – travel now that COVID is "over," and... — Updated 3/30/2023
Top-down zoning change not needed in Edmonds | Guest View
Editor's note: This letter from Edmonds City Councilmember Vivian Olson was sent to 21st District legislators who represent Edmonds: Sens. Marko Liias and Jesse Salomon and Reps.... — Updated 3/16/2023
Edmonds' charm is on the chopping block | Guest View
"When the last tree is cut, the last fish is caught, and the last river is polluted; when to breathe the air is sickening, you will realize, too late, that wealth is not in bank acc... — Updated 3/16/2023
HB 1110 does not preempt local development
HB 1110 is an act relating to creating more homes for Washingtonians by increasing middle housing in areas traditionally dedicated to single-family detached housing. This bill... — Updated 3/16/2023
Courage personified; I think I can | Only in Edmonds
Within our Village of Goodness resides a lady who by her character is a constant blessing to those of us who are privileged to know her. Courage is one of many character traits she... — Updated 3/9/2023
The huge benefit of small connections | Guest View
When I was a child I, like many children, was taught not to speak with strangers. Once, as a second grader, I found myself separated from my parents while on a family trip to the Ch... — Updated 3/9/2023
An amendment to the state's top-down approach | Guest View
Editor's note: Council President Neil Tibbott provided this editorial following his trip to Olympia with Councilmembers Jenna Nand and Will Chen. Gov. Jay Inslee declared at the... — Updated 3/2/2023
What I discovered about the Edmonds Marsh | Guest View
I am a 79-year-old lady, recently (within the last five years) transplanted to the Bowl of Edmonds. I was not completely new to Edmonds, having lived right next door in Lynnwood... — Updated 3/2/2023
Bold action needed on climate change | Guest View
Climate action has never been more critical. Heat stress, wildfire smoke, flooding, and drought pose increasing risks to our community. Despite the City of Edmonds’ efforts to... — Updated 3/2/2023
Coastline cities should be exempt from state zoning mandates | Guest View
RE: Our Environment and HB 1110 and SB 5190 Dear Gov. Inslee: There continues to be a huge flaw in all discussions regarding the Growth Management Act (GMA) and planning: the... — Updated 2/23/2023
Representatives: Expand housing choices, opportunity | Guest View
Editor's note: The following was sent to senators and representatives in the 21st and 32nd legislative districts, which represent portions of Edmonds. We are residents, parents,... — Updated 2/23/2023
It's our future: Important Climate Action Plan meeting Feb. 28 | Guest View
Thank you for the opportunity to share information about our work on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) in our community. We would like to call attention to an important upcoming City Council meeting to review an updated Climate Action... — Updated 2/16/2023
A valentine to Amazon | You Have My Word(s)
A lot of people find things they don't like about Amazon and Jeff Bezos, but I think the good about the company far outweighs the bad. As an Amazon Prime member, along with an... — Updated 2/9/2023
House, Senate bills will not build affordable housing | Guest View
I'd like to think our legislators believe HB 1110 (SB 5190) and SB 5466 (HB 1517) will create affordable housing, but since all evidence shows otherwise, it's clear they're serving... — Updated 2/9/2023
Sign petition to prevent rampant growth | Guest View
Bills were introduced in last year's legislative session around issues of land use, zoning, and housing. When these ill-advised bills were defeated, the sponsors said they would be... — Updated 2/2/2023
