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Good day Edmonds! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Is your Edmonds smoke alarm ready after this deadly Lynnwood fire?
  • How an Edmonds-Woodway grad just rewrote cheese competition history
  • How will Washington’s New Year tax hikes hit Edmonds households?

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Tess H.!

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Today's riddle: I think I’ll wear only one boot today. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Edmondsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Wednesday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 47 and low of 38 degrees.
  • Thursday: A touch of afternoon rain, temps: high: 48, low: 41.
  • Friday: Cloudy with a touch of rain, with a high of 51 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Woman found dead after fire at Lynnwood apartment complex (mynorthwest.com) — A deadly late-night apartment fire in Lynnwood killed one woman, injured a man, and displaced a dozen residents, and was fought by South County Fire, which also serves Edmonds. Officials urge Edmonds-area households to test and update smoke alarms, noting that working detectors and fresh batteries can provide crucial extra minutes to escape a fire.
   

• Edmonds high school graduate becomes first American to win Young Cheesemonger of the Year (kiro7.com) — An Edmonds-Woodway High School graduate has become the first American to win the Young Cheesemonger of the Year title at the World Cheese Awards in Switzerland, bringing international recognition back to her hometown. Hanna Lee’s inventive blue cheese and cookie butter pairing wowed judges in a tightly contested final, marking a milestone for American artisan cheese and spotlighting Edmonds’ own role in her journey.
   

• These new laws and taxes take effect in Washington state on Jan. 1 (myedmondsnews.com) — New statewide taxes, fees, and consumer protections taking effect Jan. 1 will directly affect Edmonds residents’ wallets, from gas and vehicle costs to plastic bag fees and tech repairs. The piece also invites locals to stay informed through the free My Edmonds News daily email newsletter, emphasizing how these policy shifts will play out in everyday life here.
   

📣 Edmonds Shout Outs!

  • ❤️ A big shout out to Michelle and our wonderful Edmonds Bookstore for continuing to support kids in our community and Edmonds school libraries!! Thank you, Michelle! —Tess H. Like

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Heard a gang of coyotes in our street last night, I’ve lived here for over a year and have never heard such a loud riot, went on for 5 minutes… and right outside our house ..
    hope everyone’s pets are safe. I’m just posting this as a reminder in case any neighbors have been more relaxed when letting their little pets (cats… (Nextdoor 92nd Street)
  • Hello neighbors.
    My husband surprised me with Ren’s Window Cleaning as a Christmas gift, and I have to say it was a wonderful surprise. The crew arrived right on time… (Nextdoor North Edmonds)
  • IRG Physical and Hand Therapy posted a job opening for Front Office Coordinator / Medical Receptionist in Edmonds. Apply here.
  • High Street Insurance Partners posted a job opening for Senior Associate, HR & Payroll Administration in Edmonds. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Edmonds here.

🗞 Nearby News

Mountlake Terrace

Lynnwood

  • Lynnwood coin shop doesn't believe new taxes on gold will pan out (heraldnet.com)
  • 12k-Mile 2018 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Coupe (bringatrailer.com)
  • Traveling for heritage and genealogy topic of Jan. 7 meeting in Lynnwood (myedmondsnews.com)

Ok Edmonds! 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: I heard there’s only a 50 percent chance of snow.
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