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MY EDMONDS NEWS Posted: July 3, 2021
Best in Show winner: “This is Me” by Molly Ottele
Winners have been announced in the annual Edmonds Rotary Photomarathon, which drew a record number of photo buffs June 12. Photos were captured during the six-hour contest period, with each photographer providing their unique interpretation of six topics. The event is one of only two in the U.S. and benefits Edmonds Rotary community service projects and the scholarship fund.
The tough task of judging the entries went to My Edmonds News photographer/reporter Larry Vogel, who admitted to “losing some sleep” while pondering the merits of each submission.
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There is still time to register for the Edmonds Photomarathon, set for Saturday, June 12 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
The annual photomarathon, organized by the Rotary Club of Edmonds, provides an opportunity to view the community through a new lens. The event is one of only two in the United States and benefits Edmonds Rotary community service projects and the scholarship fund for graduating seniors.
The six-hour virtual contest features six photo topics, which will be announced at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 12 on Zoom, the Photomarathon website and Facebook page. Topics are open-ended for interpretation and in the past have included “The Subject is Red,” “Pattern,” and “View from my Window.” Prizes will be awarded for each topic and one best of show.
Rotary Club of Edmonds awards scholarships to 10 Edmonds-Woodway, Meadowdale HS seniors Posted: May 24, 2021 334
Rotary Club of Edmonds has given $12,500 in scholarships to 10 local high school seniors.
Since 1976, Edmonds Rotary has awarded 311 scholarships, totaling $305,205 for secondary, undergraduate, and graduate study in a wide range of academic fields.
Students from Scriber Lake, Edmonds Woodway, and Meadowdale high schools are encouraged to participate. Awardees are selected based on transcripts, financial need, community service, academic and career goals, and personal triumphs in the face of obstacles.
“What amazes me is how each student showed remarkable character and commitment to their school and their community, despite the restrictions and challenges of remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Richard Okimoto, chairman of the Edmonds Rotary Youth Services Committee. “Their accomplishments, as evidenced by awarding of Edmonds Rotary Schol