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Lynnwood, Washington Patch AM: a 5 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Will Lynnwood homes or businesses be displaced by future light rail?
  • See how Lynnwood turns decorated bras into breast cancer awareness art.
  • How will Lynnwood’s $20 million deficit reshape services and your tax bill?

Also on today's calendar: Evergreen Academy Montessori Open House and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: What was left after the explosion at the cheese factory? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and cooler, with a high of 57 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny spells, temps: high: 54, low: 37.
  • Saturday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 52 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Final in-person public hearing for Everett light rail expansion tonight in Lynnwood (everettpost.com) — Lynnwood residents can weigh in tonight on Sound Transit’s Everett Link light rail extension during a final in-person open house and public hearing at the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center. Officials will explain route options from Lynnwood to Everett that could displace homes and businesses, and residents can still submit formal comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement through November 2.
   

2. Lynnwood's Brazen Bra-Dazzle exhibit shows art with a purpose (mylynnwoodnews.com) — A colorful Brazen Bra-Dazzle exhibit is now hanging at Lynnwood City Hall, where 68 artist-decorated bras highlight Breast Cancer Awareness Month and invite residents to visit through the end of October. The free Lynnwood Arts Commission show features work by community members, including a local clown and remarks from Mayor George Hurst encouraging mammograms and sharing regional screening resources.
   

3. Lynnwood staff detail impacts of steep reductions, Council discusses state initiative opposition (mylynnwoodnews.com) — Lynnwood officials are proposing deep 2027-28 budget cuts, including 14 layoffs, a 40% staff reduction in Development and Business Services, and a possible property tax increase to close a $20 million deficit. Councilmembers also weighed a resolution opposing two statewide initiatives on parental rights and sex verification in girls’ sports, with a vote and tax hearing set for Oct. 26 that could directly affect city services and residents’ bills.
   

4. Employee of Lynnwood business taken into custody by ICE posing as customers (lynnwoodtimes.com) — Federal immigration agents recently detained an employee outside TOS Wheels and Tires in Lynnwood after posing as customers, raising concerns about local enforcement tactics. The report also reminds residents that Lynnwood’s Protecting Immigrant Safety Resolution, adopted in March, limits city involvement in civil immigration enforcement and directs staff to support families affected by ICE apprehensions with information and potential assistance.
   

5. Edmonds School District High School Students of the Month for September 2026 (myedmondsnews.com) — Two Lynnwood High School students, Galilea Serna-Badillo and Christopher Kim, are among the Edmonds School District’s September Students of the Month, honored for leadership, service and involvement in clubs like DECA and HOSA. They join peers from other district schools who describe how activities, academics and community support have shaped their growth and commitment to giving back.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Kudos.
    I have found everything from a handyman to free dishes on Nextdoor. It’s a great resource and way to connect. (Nextdoor Total Lynnwood)
  • Lucky Strike Entertainment posted a job opening for Porter in Lynnwood. Apply here.
  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for BOH Team Member in Lynnwood. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lynnwood here.

Ok Lynnwood! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What was left after the explosion at the cheese factory?" — da brie (Thank you Pam W. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Lynnwood

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Lynnwood

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.