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Feb
26
Posted by tracy cobbin
Peggy Pitchard Olsen
Today the city of Edmonds honored their Citizen of the Year,Peggy Pitchard Olsen the event was held at the Edmonds Yacht Club. Even before her election to Edmonds City Council in 2003, Peggy served the community in countless ways through the Soroptimists and Friends Of The Edmonds Library and numerous other affiliations. City Council was simply a continuation. And when she ran for a second term, she was unassailable. She ran unopposed – the ultimate affirmation for any candidate. That election took place in November 2007. A few months later, Peggy underwent a routine medical check. It was on her 58th birthday. The diagnosis was stunning. She had Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), known to all as Lou Gehrigs disease.
Family and friends were stricken. Tears were in plentiful supply. But Peggy Pritchard Olson went about setting her priorities. First off, she scheduled a press conference in the mayor’s office. She wanted to clarify something. “When my speech begins to slur,” she told those present, “I don’t want you thinking I’m hitting the bottle.” With a chuckle. Rueful smiles all-roundWould she resign from council? No chance of that, she said – “not while I can still manage to talk.” More rueful smiles. One thing she didn’t say was this: “Why me?” Instead she said, “It could be worse. I could have been hit by a bus. Some of you may or my not know that Peggy was the daughter of Joel Pritchard, who served in the Washington State Legislature (1959-67) and as Washington’s 1st District representative in Congress (1973-85) and finally as Washington’s Lieutenant Governor (1989-97). All of Edmonds wants to congratulate and wish you the best Peggy they don’t make’m like you any more.
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Feb
23
Posted by tracy cobbin
Last week I had an opportunity to see a mold sniffing dog do her thing.Jill Gallagher of Ameican K-9 Detection Service preformed a demonstration last Thursday in a Edmonds realtor’s home. Valerie Claypool an agent with Greater Seattle Keller Williams Realty offered her home for use of the demonstration which was filmed by King 5 and Komo TV. I met and observed Anna a beautiful German Shepherd sniff out mold that was hidden in Valerie’s residence it was truly amazing. As most of you know the Pacific NW has had several homes on the market to have mold problems detected in home inspections. The problem after its been detected is the exact location you can spend thousands of dollars tearing up a house trying to find mold or no mold at all. A dogs nose doesn’t lie check out the link to the King 5 video. Jill Gallagher’s email is jgallagher@mak9.com/www.amk9.com Office (407)333-8846/ Cell (512)745-7879
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Feb
21
Posted by tracy cobbin
There is a non-profit push to save Edmonds famous “Pink House“ which has been determine to be a historic property in Edmonds Wa. Susan Blalock knows her plan to save Edmonds’ Pink House is far from a sure thing.
“It is a race against time,” she said. “We realize it is a risk. But we are willing to take the gamble.”
Blalock has signed a month-to-month lease for the historic home as she pursues her vision: turning the Pink House into the “Rose House,” a Center for Creative and Humanitarian Endeavors, a non-profit center dedicated to advancing the arts, the environment, and community conversations. Lets put this together Edmonds, history is good for our community with out it you lose track of where you came from.
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Feb
16
Posted by tracy cobbin
On 02/19/09 TheThird Thursday Art Walk, enjoy art and meet local artists while you stroll down the streets of Edmonds. Relax while you shop in beautiful Downtown Edmonds. Which also has great places to eat and drink.
Flying Red Head
Flying Red Head
Marilyn Young Beauty
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Feb
15
Posted by tracy cobbin
Short Order Mom
This is a story about a stay at mom who started to blog about her families recipes in her spare time. She caught the attention of other stay at home mom’s and then “Disney”, yes Disney. They ask if she would write for them on their new Disney Family.com Web site. Bethlehem, Pa., mom of seven has made a name for herself in cyberspace, posting low-cost recipes for moms on the go.
Now blogging as Disney’s “Short Order Mom” and dispensing mom-centric culinary tips, Coleman has beaten the odds to become one of the elite group of bloggers who has been picked up by a nationally known sponsor. Coleman says she didn’t really believe it until she received her first paycheck with Mickey Mouse in the corner.
Coleman’s blog features quick, budget-friendly recipes she has created for the on-the-run mother. Recipes range from funky selections inspired by the Harry Potter book series to a healthy version of turkey sliders, a favorite in the Coleman household.
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Feb
10
Posted by tracy cobbin
This weeks brokers open in Edmonds for Wednesday the 11th brokers opens are also open to the public. These are some of the properties that are currently on the market in Edmonds for information on these listings please contact us. The Cobbin Group (206)353-4804.
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Feb
09
Posted by tracy cobbin
Here we go Edmonds your mortgage information for Monday. Edmonds is holding its own in the best bang for your dollar. From first time buyers to savvy investors there is a lot to choose from and the best time to be in the buying market. Yes I said it and I say it again this is the best buyers market I’ve seen in my 9 1/2 yrs as a real estate agent. If Warrren Buffet , Donald Trump, and many others believe it that’s good enough for me. And that doesn’t mean you have to have there kind of money to get into the game but you do need to GET OFF THE FENCE and do some fact finding. First buyer best time in years, need money to get in how about $10,00 to $15,000 if you buy a house for the first time not bad. If you would like additional information regarding first time buyer funds give me a call or if your looking for some of Edmonds best real estate call me as well, you’ll be in good hands really have a great week!! (206)353-4804
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Feb
07
Posted by tracy cobbin
The number of pending home sales in western and central Washington increased by about a third in January, compared to December. The Northwest Multiple Listing Service says the 4,400 pending sales last month were still down about 3 percent from January a year ago in 19 counties. The director of the broker-owned service, Meribeth Hutchings, says banks are getting more realistic on pricing bank-owned homes and buyers seem to be feeling more confident.
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Feb
04
Posted by tracy cobbin
The Gregory
The Gregory Condominium’s have serveral beautiful units still available for purchase. These units are located in downtown Edmonds on 5th Ave S right in the heart of downtown Edmonds. Stunning new 2 bedroom 2 bath condo’s with office/den spacious open floor plan with large entertainment size kitchens. Granite counter tops and Ge Profile Stainless Steel appliances, with beautiful wood cabinets. The master suites are to die for, beautifully done in stunning tile with large windows and great views. Covered decks and a short walk to all that downtown Edmonds has to offer, resturants, theater, shopping, and beachs. Not to mention secured parking with access to underground garage to keep you out of the weather. So what are you waiting for it doesn’t get much better than this, location location location. Builder wants to see these units “Sold”. For a private tour give us a call and we will gladly so you what your missing its an Edmonds kind of place (206)353-4804
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