Snoqualmie Valley Happenings
North Bend Mayor message to the community: humbled, encouraged by strong show of support
North Bend Residents, Now that we all have had a week of mandated staying home due to the COVID-19 pandemic and have seen the entire world shaken economically and health-wise, … [Read More...]
Community Spotlights
Eastside Nurses: exhausted staff, hospitals preparing for patient surge; ‘now, more than ever, continue to shelter in place’
As Washington State [potentially] begins to see a slight slow in the rate of increase in positive COVID-19 cases, hospitals are still dealing with supply shortages and preparing for what could come. This past week we had the opportunity to speak … [Continue Reading...]
Amidst closure Snoqualmie Casino donates over 2,000 pounds of fresh food, medical supplies
What do you do when things close and you have an unexpected overabundance of fresh food? One word: DONATE. With Snoqualmie Tribal Campus limited to just essential employees and the closure of the Snoqualmie Casino, last week a joint team moved … [Continue Reading...]
Recent Valley News
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Sallal Water Association to hold important annual meeting remotely, March 30th
The Sallal Water Association is reminding members that its March 30th annual meeting will still happen remotely using Zoom. Per the Sallal meeting announcement, "With the current outbreak of COVID-19 and following the … [Read More...]
Zoonosis: Contagion without borders
What do you do when there is a worldwide pandemic and you have too much time on your hands? Well if you’re me, you research zoonotic diseases. A zoonosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites that … [Read More...]
Police Chief Message to North Bend, Snoqualmie Communities about department’s role during Stay Home Order
Snoqualmie Valley Community, During this past week, I have received some questions and inquiries about how the Police Department will be serving the community during this crisis associated with the COVID-19 virus and the … [Read More...]
Valley Vagabond: Living London just before coronavirus changed everything
I recently went to London for my 50th birthday and 25th wedding anniversary. Life changed a lot while we was gone. A LOT. As it turns out, we timed our bucket list trip well. We left on March 1st, the day after King … [Read More...]
Rattlesnake Lake Rec area closed after weekend crowds prevent social distancing; Snoqualmie Falls Park, state parks, trails, campgrounds also closed
After weekend social media outcry from Snoqualmie Valley residents about the crowding and the lack of social distancing at North Bend trails - particularly Rattlesnake Lake, Twin Falls and Mount Si - some State agencies, … [Read More...]
Long-awaited Federal Decision expands Snoqualmie Tribe reservation land base
On March 23rd the Snoqualmie Tribe announced a key federal decision that will increase the size of its approximate 55 acre tribal land base - the first expansion in 14-years. According to a news announcement, on … [Read More...]
Snoqualmie Valley Wildlife Moment of Zen: Bald Eagle extended visit to Eagle Pointe neighborhood
Snoqualmie resident Barb McDaniel had a magical wildlife moment this past sunny Sunday. March 22, 2020 when a bald eagle perched on her neighbor's roof... and then proceeded to hang out for a half hour for onlookers to … [Read More...]
Too much heavy use, disregard for social distancing: North Bend closes all Playgrounds, Sports Courts, Skateparks
On Monday, March 23, 2020, North Bend Mayor Mayor Rob McFarland issued Executive Order No. 20-02, which exercises his emergency powers to close certain active recreational areas in all city parks and open spaces. According … [Read More...]
Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson tests positive for COVID-19
The City of Snoqualmie said Monday, March 23, 2020 that Mayor Matt Larson had tested positive for COVID-19. He was tested at Snoqualmie Valley Hospital on March 16th after showing symptoms of the illness - including a fever … [Read More...]
King County Parks also close playgrounds, sports courts over social distancing concerns
Two days after the City of Snoqualmie closed playgrounds over concerns that residents were not practicing social distancing, King County and the City of Seattle have followed suit. As of Saturday, March 21st, North … [Read More...]
Lane shifts to start near Phoenix Plaza project in North Bend to repair faulty contractor work
The City of North Bend said starting the week of March 23rd, vehicles traveling westbound along East North Bend Way near the new Phoenix Plaza project will be intermittently shifted into the eastbound lane. The lane shift … [Read More...]
They’ve earn retirement: North Bend Theatre launches capital campaign to replace 80-year old seats
They were there on opening day, April 9, 1941. Let that sink in for a minute. They comforted Snoqualmie Valley community members and provided escape as the country fought battles, won wars, mourned presidents, and … [Read More...]
First playgrounds, now Snoqualmie adds sports courts, skatepark to lists of closures over social distancing issues
UPDATE | MARCH 23RD, 3PM Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson ordered closure of the Snoqualmie Skatepark and sport courts throughout the city to prevent large groups from congregating at those locations. This measure is to … [Read More...]
Snoqualmie Safeway to start special shopping hours for community members at-risk for COVID-19, will hold back items for those shoppers
Safeway (and stores owned by Albertsons Companies) announced yesterday that it will begin special shopping hours for people considered most vulnerable to COVID-19, which includes those 60 and over, pregnant and those with … [Read More...]
Tribe to temporarily close Snoqualmie Casino, will continue to pay employees
The Snoqualmie Tribe said late Monday, March 16th that "to protect the health and well-being of the community and the casino team members," it has decided to temporarily suspend all casino operations through March 31st. … [Read More...]
Snoqualmie Valley Business Guide during COVID-19 restrictions
As the Snoqualmie Valley moves into a new normal during the COVID-19 outbreak, we thought we'd share with you some of the things your favorite local establishments are doing to continue serving their customers. If you … [Read More...]
Snoqualmie Valley Schools Superintendent: Letter to the Community
Dear Snoqualmie Valley Community, I wanted to share some thoughts and my gratitude for the students, staff, parents and community members throughout our valley. I know many things are up in the air – not only … [Read More...]
