I bet you didn't think Mother Nature had anything left to throw at the valley. Wrong. The rain may have lightened up today, but according to the King County Department of Transportation, "Persistent rain and … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2012
Snoqualmie Monday Morning Giggles: Mount Si High School Senior Prank
January 30, 2012 by
** 11:45AM: Front doors to MSHS are all clear now. Many students "enjoyed" the snow removal task assigned by Principal Belcher. ** Monday mornings are hard. I am always tired as we start a new school … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Sunday Morning Inspiration: Life Lessons From 14-Year-Olds; Friends Are Family
January 29, 2012 by
Last year when I began this writing project, I wrote about the lessons I learned from the 13-year-old girls I coached on my soccer team. They taught me winning wasn't everything and to look for the joy in … [Read more...]
SVSD School Board Meeting Recap: Budget Cuts, SMS Decision, New Kindergarten Model
January 28, 2012 by
It was a long SVSD School Board meeting Thursday night, stretching until 11PM. Many local residents attended as there were important topics on the table. Budget Cuts: District administration told the board … [Read more...]
Guest Blog: Tips to Get Your Middle School Student Thinking About College
January 27, 2012 by
Kiersten Murphy, M.Ed - Murphy College Consultants LLC, is an Independent Educational Consultant who guides high school students and their families through the college search and application process. She is a … [Read more...]
Snoqulamie YMCA January Updates
January 26, 2012 by
The Snoqualmie Y / Community Center is off to a fast start. Opening its doors on January 1st to 1,200 charter members, it's now on the way to 2,000 members and open to the entire community. The Y has sold … [Read more...]
Thursday's School Board Meeting Features Budget, Snoqualmie Middle School Annexation And New Kindergarten Model Discussion
January 25, 2012 by
There's some interesting topics on the table for Thursday's SVSD school board meeting. It might be hard to see in the agenda, but the Snoqualmie Middle School Annexation topic is there. It's part of the … [Read more...]
Nominate Your Favorite SVSD Teacher/Staff For Educator Of The Year
January 25, 2012 by
Snoqualmie Valley residents have until Monday, February 6th, to nominate their favorite SVSD teacher and/or certified staff member for The Snoqualmie Valley Schools Foundation 2012 Educator of the Year Award. … [Read more...]
Save Your Trees From Storm Damage; Tree Triage Class, Tomorrow, January 25th
January 24, 2012 by
If you are like many around the valley, you've got trees that took a beating in Thursday's ice storm. Wondering if you can save your beloved trees? Come find out 6PM tomorrow, January 25th, at the Snoqualmie … [Read more...]
SVSD Bus Route Changes For Tuesday, January 24th
January 24, 2012 by
Yes, storm aftermath still lingers. Due to road conditions in a few valley areas, some bus route changes are necessary today, January 24th. Heather Knoll on snow route Lake Alice, everyone to the right on … [Read more...]
Twin Falls Middle School Mr. Wallace Named January Teacher Of The Month
January 24, 2012 by
Kyle Wallace, 6th grade math and science teacher at Twin Falls Middle School, was named January's Teacher of the Month by Snoqualmie Valley Macaroni Kid. Here is an excerpt from the nomination: "Mr. Wallace … [Read more...]
Snoqulamie Valley Schools Open On Time, January 23rd; Bus Route Changes For Some Areas
January 23, 2012 by
After being closed for a week due to stow and ice storms and then power outages, ALL SVSD schools are open and on time today, Monday, January 23rd. Because of road conditions, some areas do have bus routes … [Read more...]
Small Areas Of Snoqualmie Valley Still Without Power
January 22, 2012 by
** 1/23: Salish Lodge restaurants back open at full speed and full menu ** ** 1/23, 11:30AM: Fish Hatchery Road in Fall City has power. ** ** 1/23, 8AM: Lake Alice Road in Fall City still without … [Read more...]
Welcome Back To The Light Snoqualmie – Now I Am Going To Sleep
January 21, 2012 by
As far as I know, Snoqualmie is back in the land of power. If your house isn't, I apologize. This has been quite a journey. I am glad you are all warm again. I am happy I could help. Thank you to PSE and … [Read more...]
Local Snoqualmie Valley Road Closures From January Storms
January 21, 2012 by
King County Road crews finally have the upper hand on snow and ice that have gripped the county in recent days. County Road Service Division reports good driving conditions on most main roadways in lower … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Power Outage January 21st Updates Part II
January 21, 2012 by
Here are latest updates since first published at 7AM for my email subscribers: ** 9PM: Heard from a reader that Highway 202 between Snoqualmie and Fall City is now open ** ** 8PM: Downtown Snoqualmie back … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Power Outage Update – Saturday, January 21st
January 21, 2012 by
** 9PM: Heard from a reader that Highway 202 between Snoqualmie and Fall City is now open ** ** 8PM: Downtown Snoqualmie back in the land of power! ** ** 5:15PM: Deer Park, Ironwood, Woody Creek and … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Power Outage Updates Part II – For My Email Subscribers
January 20, 2012 by
I was just told that many in the valley have spotty cell/data coverage and cannot get my updates unless by email. So here are all today's updates since the original story was published... ** 7PM: Snoqualmie … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Ice Storm Aftermath On Highways 18 And 202 Through Pictures
January 20, 2012 by
** 1/20, 7PM: Snoqualmie Ridge IGA grocery store closed early tonight. Gateway Gas is out of fuel, awaiting another delivery, but still open for limited groceries. Finaghty's Irish Pub is open with limited … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Power Outage Update; Road Closures Update – January 20th
January 20, 2012 by
** 7PM: Snoqualmie Ridge IGA grocery store closed early tonight. Gateway Gas is out of fuel, awaiting another delivery, but still open for limited groceries. Finaghty's Irish Pub is open with limited menu. … [Read more...]
