Shoreline Area News

Shoreline's Salvation Artists Collective marks First Anniversary with Chamber Ribbon-Cutting & Holiday preview November 7, 2026

Thursday, November 5, 2026

Salvation Artists Collective, an independent boutique and creative gathering space founded by longtime Shoreline resident Ali Kurhan, is celebrating its first anniversary with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony and festive Anniversary Party & Holiday Preview.

The event takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at 15419 15th Ave NE in Shoreline.

The celebration begins at 5:00pm with an official ribbon-cutting hosted in partnership with the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce.

Based in Shoreline, Salvation has grown into a distinctive local destination representing more than 80 independent regional artists and makers. Year one has been filled with lively night markets, innovative community gatherings, and a constantly changing display of locally made creations filling the shop.

Guided by the philosophy of "Reclaiming Creativity," the collective prioritizes personal relationships, sustainable reuse, and tangible craftsmanship.

"To us, reclaiming creativity is for everyone, whether you are making art or visiting the shop," Kurhan adds. "Repurposing materials is a personal passion of mine, from the fixtures and decor right here in the store to the sustainable ethos shared by our artists, many of whom transform reclaimed materials into brand-new treasures."

Following the 5:00pm ribbon-cutting, guests can step into a sparkling, festive atmosphere filled with an exciting showcase of brand-new work from local creators, seasonal holiday decor, and special surprises available throughout the evening.

Whether shoppers are searching for artist-made, one-of-a-kind gifts, stocking stuffers, Hanukkah gifts, statement pieces for home decor, or a well-deserved personal treat, the shop offers a thoughtful, human-centered destination for holiday shopping.

To thank supporters, Salvation is offering its "Salvation Stash" promotion: for every $10 spent during the party (10% pre-tax), shoppers receive a reward voucher redeemable on in-store purchases from November 8 through December 1, 2026.

Admission is free, and the entire community is invited to stop by and celebrate.

Bothell joins Shoreline Fire Department Regional Fire Authority

Bothell fire station 45

Thank you, Bothell voters! 🚒❤️

BOTHELL, WA — Initial election returns show overwhelming support among Bothell voters for joining the Shoreline Regional Fire Authority. The latest unofficial results from Tuesday’s election show Proposition 1 passing with 83.5% voting yes.

The measure authorizes Bothell’s annexation into the Shoreline Fire Department Regional Fire Authority (RFA), effective March 1, 2027. Results remain unofficial until certified.

“We are grateful for the trust Bothell voters have placed in us,” said Fire Chief Matt Cowan. “This decision strengthens the foundation for fire and emergency medical services in Bothell and builds on the partnership our departments already share.”

We have had long-standing partnerships for decades and established the RFA in 2025 to serve Shoreline, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, and Woodway.

Bothell’s annexation will bring its fire department into our regional organization, supporting long-term financial and operational sustainability while maintaining current fire and emergency medical service levels.

Bothell’s fire stations will remain open and staffed. Emergency responses will continue to come from the closest available units, and Bothell will have representation on the RFA’s governing board.

“I want to thank everyone who asked questions, attended meetings, and voted,” Cowan said. “I also want to recognize our Firefighters and employees for the excellent service that earns our residents’ confidence every day. We look forward to welcoming Bothell’s Firefighters and staff into the RFA.”

The RFA and City of Bothell will coordinate the transition over the coming months and provide updates to residents and employees as implementation moves forward.

Information about the proposal and the City’s fire service review here

Auditions November 5-6 for Shoreline College musical

Theater news from Shoreline College Drama

Upcoming Auditions for Amélie the Musical

Synopsis: Amélie is an extraordinary young woman who lives quietly in the world but loudly in her mind.

She covertly improvises small but surprising acts of kindness that bring joy and mayhem. But when a chance at love comes her way, Amélie realizes that to find happiness she’ll have to risk everything and say what’s in her heart.

Be inspired by this imaginative dreamer who finds her voice, discovers the power of connection, and sees possibility around every corner.

Audition dates: November 5th & 6th, 2026 @ 2:00p-5:00p

Call backs: November 11 @ 12:00p-5:00p

Sign up for Auditions here

Flags at Half-Staff November 6, 2026 for Sheriff Brett Myers

Gov. Bob Ferguson

I am deeply saddened by the death of Sheriff Brett Myers, and direct that Washington state and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff in his memory on Friday, November 6, 2026.

Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on Friday, November 6, 2026.

Other government entities, individuals, and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.

A public memorial service will take place on Friday, November 6, 2026, 1pm at Beasley Coliseum, located on the campus of Washington State University in Pullman, Washington.

Update: Shoreline police capture assailant with knife in Thriftway parking lot

Shoreline Police responded to a call of a subject threatening people and refusing to move his van from the Thriftway parking lot on Ballinger Way.

Officers responded, backed by Kenmore Police.

After a short confrontation at the van, the subject ran. The officers were able to chase him around the back side of Thriftway, where he attempted to stab an officer.

The officers used their Tasers on him and he was taken into custody.

Original story here

Shoreline Police arrest prolific burglar

Earlier this month, Shoreline Police Department arrested a man they are calling a ‘prolific’ burglar, suspected of stealing from at least 26 houses. In some cases, the residents were home when he broke in.

The prosecutor’s office has charged him with residential burglary, trafficking stolen property and the unlawful possession of a firearm.

Detectives say this investigation is far from over, and ask anyone who thinks they may have had jewelry or other personal items stolen from a Shoreline area home in the past year-and-a-half, that they haven’t yet reported, to call Shoreline Police at: 206-296-3311.

Election update November 4, 2026

Election anxiety
Cartoon by Margaret Hartley

By Diane Hettrick

Last Updated Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 8:01:31 PM

Looking at the close races...

Statewide Initiatives

645 The effort to repeal the "Millionaires tax" has failed at the ballot box. There's a rumor that the hedge fund millionaire behind the initiatives will take this to the courts.

001 "Parental rights" is still being rejected by a margin of 5%. If this continues, students will still be able to talk to school staff without the information being shared with their parents.

638 "Transgender participation in school sports" is passing strongly. This shameful initiative has roused 58% of voters to tell a handful of students that they are not allowed to participate in sports. And now all girls in sports will have to have a doctor's visit to confirm they have female genitals.

Cities

City of Shoreline Formation of the Shoreline Metropolitan Park District aka "Shoreline Pool" is Failing by 1752 votes. 9298 No to 7546 Yes.
City of Bothell has strongly approved joining the Shoreline Fire Regional Fire Authority, joining Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, and Town of Woodway.

Legislative District 32

Senator: Cindy Ryu leads Jesse Salomon by 443 votes with a strong showing in Snohomish county.
State Rep Position 1: Danica Noble increases her lead over Keith Scully to 982 votes

Judicial - State Supreme Court

Sean O'Donnell continues his narrow lead over Ian Birk with 51% of the vote.
Theo Angelis continues to hold a 10% lead over Dave Larson

District 1 3A Playoffs With Shorewood Girls Varsity Soccer – Magick or Metaphysics?

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Back row L-R: Mady Finseth, McKenzie Clark, Lilly Burris, Maddie Strasser, Kayla Burke, Ella Glynn, Sky Helstad, Avery Hogle, Harper Dixon, Caroline McFarlane, Ruby Walton
Front row L-R: Hermela Tekeste, Mika Trotter, McKenna Anderson, Isa Leitner, Maily Fly, Rilan Fly, Clare Suzuki, Emi Barron, Sienna Lorentz
Not Pictured: Varsity Coach Shaun Warner, Asst Coach Travis Bear, JV Coach Daniel Guido, Chris Guardiamo, Mila Mirapolskaya, Hadley Heerschap, Leila Vachranukunkiet, Morgan McNeil, Kaylee Park

The weather was cool but clear, not a raindrop in sight. Due to their Halloween loss last Saturday, the Shorewood Stormrays have landed in the elimination playoff bracket, to yet earn a spot in the State tournament.

Facing them were the familiar Meadowdale Mavericks, which evenly split the regular Wesco South matches with a win each. The Mavericks emerged in a 4-3-3 balanced formation, whereas the Rays were in their familiar 3-4-3 setup.

As expected, both teams started cautiously, in this win-or-out match, with defenses disciplined and stout, pushing back the ball to safety. Rays had slightly the better of tackling and ball control, but Mavericks were not opposed to shoulder charges, sharp elbows, and physical play, which on this night was only lightly enforced.

The 0-0 deadlock continued until late in the first half, where following a series of slick passing in the midfield, #3 found herself in the box at top left, and unleashed a powerful shot onto the underside of the bar, and bounces in, 1-0.

Now, Meadowdale had to push harder, and in response to Shorewood’s high back line and midfield press, they resorted to long balls forward, bypassing the defensive line. This caught the Rays by surprise a few times, with dangerous one-on-one breakaways, that goalkeeper #0 adroitly advanced and snuffed out, sometimes by inches.

In the remaining time, Rays adjusted and managed to hold out until halftime, clinging on to a slender 1-0 lead. Knowing that a one-goal lead was tenuous, Shorewood came charging out with intensity. The Rays, off last Thursday’s struggles, eschewed a slow, methodical buildup, instead moved quickly down the wings, got behind the back line and allowed the strikers some space.

On one such foray, #5 blazed down the right wing, found an opening on the top right outside the box. She noticed the keeper covering the near post, and instead of trying to move closer, let fly a long-range rocket into the far side netting, 2-0.

With a two-goal lead, Shorewood closed ranks in the back three and midfield, content to defend in numbers and allow their counterattacking trident to pose an offensive threat. With still another quarter to go, the Mavericks now responded with greater urgency, as a single goal would tilt the balance towards a possible equalizer.

In the latter stages, Rays turned the tables on the Mavericks, with an arcing breakaway on the left wing, reaching the speedy winger. With a deft touch, she blocked out the desperately chasing fullback, and advanced inside the box, one-on-one with the keeper who spread out to impede, but #2 smartly curved it around the flailing fingertips of the goalie into the bottom right corner of the goal, for the coup de grace, 3-0.

You could feel the exhale of relief from the Rays bench and crowd, that the match was effectively over, and it would be the Mavericks that would be eliminated. The final whistle blows, and there is muted celebration, as it was a nervy contest, leading to another elimination match in two days.

In the semifinals, Stanwood defeated Edmonds-Woodway, 2-0, and our Tartan friends, the Scots, edged Snohomish, 1-0. Shorewood will move on to face familiar Wesco South foes Edmonds Woodway Warriors at home, on Thursday 11/5 in the next elimination playoff.

In the other elimination playoff bracket, Ferndale thumped Monroe 4-0, and will move on to face Snohomish in the other next elimination playoff. The elimination playoff winners will both go to State in 3rd/4th place, and the elimination playoff losers play one final match to compete for the 5th and final place for State.

Appropriately, the Wesco South champions, Shorecrest, will meet the Wesco North champions, Stanwood, in the District 1 3A tournament final, both qualify for State, win or lose. With qualification assured, the final should be buoyant and carefree, whereas the lucky loser matches will have more exigency and angst as it’s win or go home.

All elimination and finals matches will take place at Shoreline Stadium on Thursday 11/5, and Saturday 11/7, respectively. So this is your chance to still go witness the exuberance of youth and the purity of sports.

--TCA

What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline: November 4 - 10

Round-up provided by: Kate Ledbetter, www.DestinationShoreline.com

What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline: November 4 - 10
November is here, and Shoreline's calendar is full of ways to connect, create, and celebrate! This week, support local students at the Shoreline College Foundation's Giving Table Luncheon, a critical fundraiser amid significant education funding cuts. Enjoy family fun at the Harvest Carnival, celebrate Salvation Artists Collective's first anniversary and holiday preview, and honor our veterans with two special community tributes. Plus, explore creative workshops, live music, and neighborhood gatherings. There's something for everyone as we kickoff the first full week of November!

Shoreline Area Events You Should Know About this Week. We highlighted our must-attend events of the week!
(Follow the event links for additional information, directions, and add to your calendar links.)

Wednesday, November 4
Free Live Music at North City Bistro
Wednesday, October 28 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, North City Bistro
Live Music At North City Bistro Every Wednesday from 4-6 PM!

Thursday, November 5
Ribbon Cutting & Open House - Darla Cerrillo & Suzan Shayler, Edward Jones
Thursday, November 5 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us for the Grand Opening of the Darla Cerrillo & Suzan Shayler, Edward Jones - Financial Advisor new office! An open house will be held from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, with a Ribbon Cutting at 3:30 PM. Darla and Suzan welcome fellow chamber members, clients, friends, and community partners to see our new space and celebrate this new chapter with us.

3D Printer Orientation: The Basics @ STL
Thursday, November 5 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, Shoreline Tool Library
Learn how to find, prepare, and print 3D models on our Prusa MK3S+ 3D printers! No previous knowledge is required.

Friday, November 6
Shoreline College Foundation Giving Table Luncheon
Friday, November 6 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Shoreline College
This year's Giving Table is more critical than ever. Federal and State funding cuts are decimating programs that serve pre-college learners, language acquisition students, and youth trying to re-engage with education. Without sponsors and donors like you, many will be left without a path forward.

Saturday, November 7
Shoreline Cooperative Preschool's annual Harvest Carnival
Saturday, November 7 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Shoreline Cooperative Preschool
Come one, come all to SCP’s annual Harvest Carnival, a community-wide party with games, prizes, food, and more fun for the whole family. Last drop-off opportunity to support the Shoreline Food Drive for Hopelink.

A Cinematic Tribute to Veterans
Saturday, November 7 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, Shoreline Library
Hollywood has a long-running relationship with war efforts, and a great number of actors have also served. This presentation celebrates the close ties between the movies and servicemen and women, and the many ways in which Hollywood has helped us commemorate their sacrifices.

Salute to America: Benefit Concert for Shoreline Heroes Café
Saturday, November 7 4:00 PM, Trinity Lutheran Church
Join the Northwestern Philharmonic Orchestra for Salute to America, a special benefit concert honoring our veterans, past and present, and supporting Shoreline Heroes Café.

Learn the Basics of Needle Felting and Make a Holiday Ornament @ STL
Saturday, November 7 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, Shoreline Tool Library
In this class, you will learn the basics of needle felting with wool. This will include an overview of setup, materials, and tools, along with some tips and tricks to make getting started easier.

Salvation Artists Collective is Throwing an Anniversary Party & Holiday Preview
Saturday, November 7 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Salvation Artists Collective
To celebrate 365 days of community, creativity, and connection, Salvation Artists Collective is throwing a party! Join us for an evening of celebration, local art, and an first look at our holiday offerings.

Sunday, November 8
Machine Sewing 101
Sunday, November 8 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Shoreline Tool Library
Students will leave this class with the foundation for utilizing a standard home sewing machine.

Fruit Tree Care 101 (S4) @ STL
Sunday, November 8 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM, Shoreline Tool Library
John will facilitate and lead a discussion about basic fruit tree biology and fruit tree structure, and why we prune or don’t prune based on goals and the species of tree or shrub.

Tuesday, November 10
Ridgecrest Neighbor Meet Up at Ridgecrest Public House
Tuesday, November 10 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Ridgecrest Public House
Meet your neighbors and build community!

What’s Up Next in Shoreline (Save the Date):
(Follow the event links for additional information, directions, and add to your calendar links.)

Greenhouse Winter Market at Sky Nursery
Saturday, November 14 & 15 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sky Nursery
join us on November 14th & 15th for a market to remember, featuring over 80 handpicked PNW artists, farmers & makers, plus live music & local food all in the cozy winterlight of the Sky Nursery Greenhouse.

2026 Outdoor Winter Market Hosted by Shorelake Arts
Saturday, November 21 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Outside the Shorelake Arts Gallery in Ridgecrest
Start your holiday shopping in Shoreline to find that perfect hand-crafted gift.

Lake Forest Park Farmers Market & Holiday Craft Fairs!
November 22 & December 13, Lake Forest Park Town Center
Outdoor Farmers & Craft Market: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Indoor Holiday Craft Fair: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (extended hours!)
Shop local and celebrate community!

Winter Craft Fair
Saturday, November 28 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Church
All manner of arts, crafts, toys, food, and clothing will be available, from pottery to crocheted clothing, stationery to pet accessories, paintings to pudding. Entry is FREE.

Winter Market and Open House
Saturday, December 5 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Field and Forest Classroom
Come one, come all! Explore and shop! Whether you are a regular visitor to my Shoreline classroom, only visited my previous Seattle space, or just curious about a new maker in the neighborhood…come on by. Shop lots of handmade Earth-friendly goodies to shop for the season.

For Upcoming Events in Shoreline visit: DestinationShoreline.com/Calendar

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Washington Aerospace Club (WAC) gets you outdoors and promotes fun

WAC’s 22 foot tall Disneyland Moonliner Model
Photo by Kenneth Berkun

By Kenneth Berkun

Looking for a hobby that gets you outdoors and promotes creativity? Model rocketry is a well-established, fun and safe hobby. The Washington Aerospace Club (WAC) is the largest amateur rocketry club in the state, where our focus is on education, responsibility and having lots of fun.

Club members are of all ages, and membership is free for students. All levels of experience are welcome, including complete novices. We are lucky to have a large field to launch model rockets, just across the lake at 60 Acres Park in Redmond 15200 NE 116th St, Redmond, WA 98052

Most members start with kits – perhaps you even did so when you were younger - and many go on to design their own rockets. We fly rockets of all sizes, from just a few inches long to several feet. Most people fly inexpensive, safe, commercially available engines. More experienced rocketeers may even build their own engines, and we can teach how.

The club holds public launches from November through May at 60 Acres Park in Redmond. It’s “Bring your own rockets”, but we have rockets for everyone to fly and if you’re under 18 and you fly it and recover it, you can take it home with you! Experienced members are there to support new members.

WAC supports high-school rocket clubs and an annual national contest, the American Rocket Challenge. Several of our local high schools have done very well in this event, leading to participation in international contests, most recently in Serbia. WAC also participates in local events, such as National Space Week, and various activities at the Museum of Flight.

Club members hold a number of international records, and last year we launched the largest and most powerful amateur rocket in Washington history, a 22 foot tall, one-third scale model of the famed Disneyland Moonliner!

WAC meetings, which are open to everyone (including non-members), are held at the Seattle Museum of Flight and online at 7pm, on the first Wednesday of the month. Presentations range from basic rocket assembly to advanced topics. The November 14th meeting is a review of our club’s year of making and flying high power engines. And every month there’s a show-and-tell where members bring in their latest models to show and share; you never know what people have made to fly!

Our next club meeting is November 4, 2026 at 7pm at the Museum of Flight 9404 East Marginal Way S.Seattle, WA 98108 and is open to everyone (no charge, and since it’s after the museum closes, no cost of entry to the museum). Our meetings are also available online to members.

Our next rocket launch is on November 14, from 11am to 3pm, at 60 Acres Park (north field), weather permitting. Visit the club website the day before if you are unsure about the weather.

We look forward to introducing you to a fun hobby that challenges you at home with model building, and outdoors, launching and recovering rockets that may fly as high as a thousand feet or more!

Shorecrest Cross Country - both boys and girls team qualify for State

Whole team circle chant celebration! "Scots on me. Scots on 3. 1, 2, 3, Go Scots!"

A very Happy Halloween for Shoreline high schools, as both Shorecrest and Shorewood cross country teams earned state berths at the District 1 3A championships for both their boys' and girls' teams on October 31, 2026 at Lakewood High School.

The Shorecrest girls placed third with 85 points, while the boys took fourth with 104, securing the final team qualifying spot.

Girls team L-R: Ella Wylen, Rosie Campbell, Riley Welch, Harper Welch, Alex Urquhart, Lauren Kajimura, and Nicole Kajimura

Alex Urquhart led the Shorecrest girls with a fourth-place finish in 18:47.3. Lauren Kajimura finished 13th in 19:29.7 and Riley Welch followed in 14th at 19:40.3, giving the Scots three runners under 20 minutes.

Ella Wylen added a 20th-place finish in 20:01.1, putting four Shorecrest girls among the district’s top 20 and helping power the team’s 5th straight state-qualifying performance.

Boys team L-R: Henry Wheeler, Ethan Urquhart, Andrew Muilenburg, William Lee, Archery Schwartz, Zain Pour, Zack Meyer, Aiden Poulin, Waker Anderson

Andrew Muilenburg paced the boys, finishing fifth in 15:42.7. Aiden Poulin placed 20th in 16:26.1, Ethan Urquhart was 22nd in 16:29.8, and Zain Pour finished 25th in 16:35.0. Four top-25 finishes helped the Scots advance.

Both squads now head to the Washington state championships Saturday, November 7, at Sun Willows Golf Course in Pasco.

--Coach Lisa Muilenburg

David Rose: Dog that took bullets to protect his Shoreline owner now needs surgery

Shoreline woman and her hero dog Judah
Photo courtesy David Rose

David Rose reports on a Shoreline woman who survived an gun attack from her mentally ill husband because her dog protected her.

Her dog Judah defended her when her when her ex shot her multiple times in Shoreline.

Then, he shot Judah.

Now, the dog's veterinarian says the bullet fragments need to be removed from his head.

There is a GoFundMe to help donate to pay for the cost of Judah's surgery.

Meanwhile, the shooter who was originally charged with Assault 1st Degree is already out of prison after cutting a deal with prosecutors to plead guilty to a much lesser charge in exchange for a 20-month sentence.

I spoke with Senior Deputy Prosecutor David Martin who heads up the DV Unit. Hunter was having a full psychotic schizophrenic break which had been developing for weeks before the attack. He had just gotten out of the Navy and had no prior criminal conviction.

It took 9 months to get him competent to stand trial. Defense would have put his mental condition on trial and it was likely they might have won so they opted for the confirmed firearm conviction instead.

As part of the conditions of his conviction, he must continue to get treatment for his mental health.

Suspect arrested, then bailed out after threatening store employees with a knife

On Friday morning October 30, 2026, Kenmore Police Officers responded to assist Shoreline Police (a fellow contract city with the King County Sheriff’s Office) to a threats detail involving a weapon at a grocery store on Ballinger Way in Shoreline.

The suspect had threatened to kill employees at the store and Officers.

Kenmore Police has extensive history with the suspect from earlier in 2026, as he had previously made threats towards them.

When Officers arrived on Friday, the suspect fled on foot.

While taking him into custody, the suspect pulled out a knife and repeatedly attempted to stab the Kenmore Officer, slashing the Officer in the arm with the knife. The suspect was eventually arrested. The Officer is okay, and he later received treatment at an area hospital for his injuries.

The suspect was booked in the King County Jail for felony harassment (for having threatened to kill a store employee and responding officers), as well as felony assault on the Police Officer.

After a little over 24 hours in jail, the suspect was released on the $25,000 bond set by a Judge.

The suspect’s whereabouts are unknown, and he will be expected to appear for a future court hearing.

Election night results

Humor by Margaret Hartley

By Diane Hettrick

Unofficial results were posted at 9:53pm election night. Results will be updated every day until the elections are certified, which will be long after anyone is still paying attention.

Statewide initiatives

645 "Millionaire's tax" repeal is failing - this measure would have protected millionaires from taxes on most of their income

001 "Parental rights" initiative is failing by a margin of only 5%. This measure would remove confidentiality for students at school

638 "Transgender participation in school sports" is passing by a margin of 13% - this will prevent transgender girls, estimated at 10-50 students in the state, from participating in girls sports, and require verification of biological sex by students' healthcare providers.

Failing: City of Shoreline Formation of the Shoreline Metropolitan Park District aka "Shoreline Pool" is Failing by 1566 votes. 8547 No to 6981 Yes.

Failing: City of Kenmore Prop 1 Climate & Environmental Stewardship, Affordable Housing, and Human Services Levy is getting a resounding "No" from voters.

Passing: City of Lake Forest Park Prop 1 Public Safety Services Levy Lid Lift is passing with a 64% "Yes" vote.

U.S. Representatives

District 7 Pramila Jayapal has 87% of the vote and can be considered reelected

Washington State District 32

State Senator: With 38,932 votes counted, Cindy Ryu leads Jesse Salomon by 352 votes.

State Representative Position 1

With 37970 votes counted, Danica Noble leads Keith Scully by 766 votes.

State Representative Position 2

Lauren Davis & Imraan Siddiqi

With 73% of the vote, Lauren Davis can be considered reelected.

Washington State District 1

Incumbents Davina Duerr and Shelly Kloba have 72% and 73% of the vote and can be considered reelected.

Washington State District 46

Incumbents Javier Valdez, Gerry Pollet, and Darya Farivar have been reelected by wide margins.

Judicial races

State Supreme Court

Colleen Melody (incumbent) leads Scott Edwards by a quarter of a million votes, 60% of the vote
Jaime Michelle Hawk leads David Stevens with 57% of the vote
Sean O'Donnell holds the lead over Ian Birk 51% to 49%
Theo Angelis (incumbent) leads Dave Larson by 10%
Debra L. Stephens (incumbent) leads Todd A. Bloom with 63% of the vote

Court of Appeals

All the candidates for Court of Appeals around the state ran unopposed, including David S. Mann and Bill A. Bowman in King County and Linda Coburn in Snohomish County.

Shoreline District Court

Raul Martinez
Karama Hawkins

Both ran unopposed.

Get your ballot in the drop box before 8pm Tuesday

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

There is now a ballot drop box on campus at Shoreline College

King County elections says that every election there are ballots left on top of the locked drop boxes from people who arrived after the 8pm closing.

The elections people will pick up the ballots, but they will not be counted.

Close to home, there are drop boxes at:

Kenmore City Hall,
Lake Forest Park City Hall,
Shoreline Library,
Shoreline College,
192nd Park n Ride.

Also

Lake City Library, Broadview Library.
Bothell Library, UW Bothell.

Northgate

North Seattle College
Northgate Library

And downtown

King Street near the deli
Seattle Central Library

Here is the map of all 99 ballot drop boxes - they are open 24 hours a day up to 8pm on Tuesday.

Spotlight: Personalized Care, Life-Changing Possibilities: Meet Eviva Weight Loss Center in Shoreline

Local Spotlight brought to you by Kate Ledbetter, DestinationShoreline.com

Personalized Care, Life-Changing Possibilities: Meet Eviva Weight Loss Center in Shoreline

For 20 years, Eviva Weight Loss Center has been helping patients take meaningful steps toward better health, including the past 12 years right here in Shoreline. Located on Ballinger Way, Eviva Weight Loss Center specializes in obesity care, offering personalized evaluations and treatment options designed to support patients on their individual health journeys. With a focus on building lasting relationships, the team believes healthcare should be personal, accessible, and centered on each patient's needs. Their commitment to individualized care and ongoing support has made meaningful patient relationships a cornerstone of the practice.

Q & A with Eviva Weight Loss Center

Q: How long have you been in business?
A: We have been in business for 20 years, 12 in Shoreline

Q: What inspired you to start your business?
A: Seeing a need for personal, patient care

Q: What service does your business provide for our community?
A: Evaluation, care, and treatment options for anyone suffering with Obesity.

Q: What do you love the most about Shoreline?
A: We love that we're near a major city, with all it has to offer. But also the neighborhood feel near both the water and the mountains.

Q: Why is your business based in Shoreline?
A: Location! We are at accessible for our patients from all directions

Q: What’s one thing you wish your customers knew about you but never ask?
A: That weight loss surgery works well with medical and medication options, is very safe, as has long term health benefits that are not possible without losing weight.

Q: What inspires you each day?
A: The happiness and improved lives of our patients.

Q: What has been your proudest moment in business so far?
A: Seeing patients achieving life goals that previously had seemed unattainable.

Q: How do you approach customer service, and what sets you apart?
A: We love the relationships formed as people get healthier. We are accessible to our patients 24/7.

Connect with Eviva Weight Loss Center
19930 Ballinger Way NE
Shoreline, WA 98155
Phone: 425-778-2220
Email: info@evivamd.com
Website: https://www.evivamd.com/

Social Media
·        Instagram: @evivamd
·        Instagram: @dr.mimitan
·        Instagram: @dr.vanderwel
·        Facebook: EvivaMD
·        YouTube: @evivamd

A Day Filled with Smiles Beyond Language: Shoreline IEUM Korean School hosts 'Happy Day' event

"Sweeter than candy: Students and teachers share unforgettable moments of joy in creative costumes.”

Celebrating the spirit of the season, Shoreline IEUM Korean School held a special substitute event named ‘Happy Day’ on Friday, October 30, and Saturday, October 31, 2026 replacing traditional Halloween festivities with a heartwarming gathering for students, teachers, and teacher assistants.

The school's cafeteria and courtyard were alive with vibrant colors and imagination as students, teachers, and staff proudly donned creative and adorable costumes, bringing an extra spark of excitement to the classrooms.

During snack time, teachers distributed candies, chocolates, and treats to the students. The children joyfully shared snacks, admired each other's imaginative costumes, and laughed together, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Although various weekend community events caused some absences, preventing the entire student body from attending, the spirit of the day remained undimmed.

Particularly on Saturday, the Seattle skies cleared up with brilliant sunshine, allowing everyone to take wonderful commemorative photos in the school garden and play energetically on the playground—truly living up to the name "Happy Day."

“While we missed having every single student with us due to scheduling conflicts with other external events, it was still a deeply meaningful time,” a school representative shared.

“Dressing up in costumes, holding classes together, and sharing laughter in the sun allowed teachers and students to grow even closer. We look forward to continuing to create happy, lasting memories for our students beyond language education.”

Korean Ieum School:

Shoreline resident Lori Joubert receives international leadership award

Lori Joubert

The International Listening Association (ILA) has presented Shoreline resident Lori Joubert with a 2026 President’s Award recognizing her leadership, service, and trusted counsel within the international organization.

Joubert is a longtime leader in ILA and a former president of the Association.

During its most recent presidential administration, she served as a trusted advisor, providing guidance informed by her experience in organizational leadership, restorative practice, reconciliation, and listening.

“This award is meaningful because it honors the shared work of listening, work I do in connection with our communities,” Joubert said.

“Supporting leadership and organizational community has remained important to me because listening helps us lead with awareness, courage, kindness, and purpose."

Building Community Through Listening

Professionally, Joubert serves as a Program Coordinator in UW Medicine’s Division of Cardiology,where she supports the Cardiac Electrophysiology Program and facilitates Listening Circles and community-building practices across the Department of Medicine and School of Medicine.

She holds a master’s degree in organizational and interpersonal communication and has extensive training in emotional intelligence, values-based leadership, restorative practices, and advanced listening facilitation.

Her work is grounded in a simple principle: people and communities change when individuals have meaningful opportunities to hear and be heard.

“When we restore our ability to truly hear one another, people feel valued regardless of their role or status,” Joubert said, “and our workplaces become more compassionate places to grow together.”

Creating New Spaces for Connection

Joubert is also founder of Joubert Consulting, LLC, through which she works with individuals and organizations around listening, leadership, restorative practice, and community building.

She and her husband are currently developing a retreat center in Whatcom County designed as a space for facilitated circles, leadership retreats, reflection, and deeper connection. The project extends the same listening-centered approach that has shaped her professional and volunteer leadership.

Within the International Listening Association, Joubert has served as President, Director of Operations, a leader of professional listening programs, and in other organizational roles.

The President’s Award particularly recognizes a contribution that often happens outside public view:the trusted advisor whose wisdom helps shape decisions, supports other leaders, and strengthens an organization without necessarily receiving credit for the work.

About the ILA President’s Award

The International Listening Association President’s Award recognizes individuals whose exceptional service, leadership, or contributions have significantly strengthened the Association and advanced its mission.

About the International Listening Association

Founded in 1979, the International Listening Association is a global organization dedicated to advancing the study, teaching, and practice of listening. Through conferences, scholarly publications,professional development, and an international network of scholars and practitioners, ILA promotes listening as an essential part of learning, leadership, relationships, organizations, and public life.

Annual pottery sale by Sculptors Workshop of Edmonds November 6-7, 2026

Pottery Sale 2026

Friday November 6, 2026 from 12pm - 7pm
Saturday November 7, 2026 from 10am - 4pm

Sculptors Workshop of Edmonds

Frances Anderson Center

700 Main Street, Edmonds WA

Rooms 210 / 211

Our annual pottery sale is back - just in time for holiday shopping.

From functional wares and garden art to sculpture, home décor, and the wonderfully unexpected, there's something for everyone.

All of our artists are members of the Sculptors Workshop of Edmonds which has been in existence since 1967.

Shorecrest Drama presents: Into the Woods November 12-22, 2026

Into the Woods unfolds in a world where wishes come true---at great cost.

Cinderella longs to attend the Prince’s festival, Jack dreams of a better life, and Little Red Riding Hood ventures into the woods to visit her grandmother.

Meanwhile, a baker and his wife, desperate for a child, discover that a curse cast by their mysterious neighbor stands in their way. To break the curse, they must gather a series of extraordinary objects, setting a chain of encounters and consequences into motion.

As several beloved fairy tales collide, Into the Woods reveals the darker truths and deeper questions beneath the prospect of “happily ever after"---among them, what do we owe one another? What happens when individual desires outweigh collective responsibility?

In a cultural moment when our individual choices reverberate in the lives of others, this cautionary tale feels especially urgent. All that plus delightful comedy and classic Sondheim tunes? You're in for an unforgettable theatrical journey.

Age recommendation: These are not Disney-style fairy tales, but lean heavily on the darker Grimm-Brothers tradition featuring mature themes and some macabre moments, particularly in the second act. The licensing company calls it PG-13. The first act is often licensed by itself as a "Junior" version to schools and youth theatre groups; while our public performances will include both acts, sensitive younger children might most enjoy just an Act I experience.

Into the Woods will run from Thursday, November 12 through Sunday, November 15 and again the following weekend, Friday, November 20 through Sunday, November 22. (Please note that there is no Thursday performance on the second weekend this time!)

Evening performance times are 7:30pm on Thursdays-Saturdays;
matinees are at 2:00pm each Sunday, and
a 2:00pm matinee on Saturday, November 21 prior to that evening's show.

Visit this link to reserve your seats. Please note that you'll select digital delivery on the very last page, after you click "Confirm and Pay."

Base ticket prices are $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12/students with ASB card (online purchases add a service fee).

Tickets purchased at the door on the day of performance are $20.

Shorecrest High School is located at 15343 25th Ave NE in Shoreline.

Work party at Blue Heron Park November 14, 2026

Blue Heron Park
Photo by Mary Jo Heller

Blue Heron Park Restoration Project

November work party

Saturday November 14, 2026

9:00am to noon

Please bring gloves and hand tools.

Other equipment will be provided.

17035 Brookside Blvd NE, Lake Forest Park, WA

Shorewood Interact: A New Generation Putting 'Service Above Self' Into Action

Shorewood Interact members working at Food4Kids

Story & Photos by Judy Maccully

During World Interact Week, Shoreline Rotary celebrates the young leaders of Shorewood High School who are discovering that even small acts of service can make a lasting difference in their community.

As Rotary clubs around the world celebrate World Interact Week, November 2–8, Shoreline has a special reason to celebrate: the students of Shorewood High School's Interact Club are carrying forward a tradition of young people making a difference through service.

Interact is Rotary International's youth service program for young people ages 12–18. Interact clubs give students opportunities to develop leadership skills, build friendships, explore different cultures and, most importantly, take action to improve their communities.

The name Interact combines two words — international and action — reflecting the program's commitment to both local and global service.

Shorewood's Interact Club has roots dating back to 1997, when it was first sponsored by the Shoreline Rotary Breakfast Club. Nearly three decades later, a new generation of Shorewood students is continuing that tradition.

Shoreline Rotary is proud to sponsor the 2026–27 Shorewood Interact Club, providing encouragement, mentorship and opportunities for students to work alongside community volunteers.

The Interact Officers for this year include Cailin O’Leary, Jessica Saleska, Fran Luong, Nora Sterling, Reese Davidson, and Yena Shin.

Making a Difference, One Food Bag at a Time

One of the meaningful ways Shorewood Interact students put service into action is through their partnership with Shoreline Rotary's Food4Kids program.

Working side by side with Rotarians, Interact students participate in monthly food-packing activities, helping prepare food for children and families experiencing food insecurity. The work is practical and hands-on. Volunteers gather, organize and pack food, knowing that their time and effort will help provide support to local children.

For students, Food4Kids offers more than an opportunity to volunteer. It is a chance to see firsthand how community partnerships work and how people of different ages and backgrounds can come together around a shared purpose.

For Shoreline Rotarians, working alongside these young volunteers is equally rewarding. It is an opportunity to share the spirit of service, encourage emerging leaders and demonstrate that making a difference doesn't require a special title or a grand gesture. It begins with showing up and being willing to help.

Celebrating 64 Years of Youth Leadership

World Interact Day is celebrated November 5, marking the anniversary of the first Interact Club, chartered in 1962 at Melbourne High School in Florida. In 2026, Interact celebrates 64 years of inspiring young people to become leaders through service.

World Interact Week is an opportunity for Rotary clubs and their Interact partners to recognize the contributions of young people and encourage more students to get involved. Across the world, thousands of Interact clubs are demonstrating that young people have the ideas, energy and commitment to create positive change.

Shoreline Rotary believes that investing in young people is an investment in the future of our community. Through Interact, students gain valuable experiences in teamwork, leadership, community engagement and service — lessons that can last a lifetime.

The partnership between Shoreline Rotary and Shorewood Interact reflects the very heart of Rotary's motto, Service Above Self. It also reminds us that the next generation of community leaders is already here, learning, serving and making a difference.

Interested in getting involved? Shorewood students who want to make new friends, develop leadership skills and participate in meaningful community service are encouraged to learn more about the Shorewood Interact Club. The Interact Club meets on Thursdays at lunch in room 1111.

Together, we are building a stronger community — one act of service at a time.

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