One month into 2017 and construction crews working on the Mount Si High School re-build continue to make on-time progress on ground stabilization for the foundation of the new 2,300 student, 355,000 sq. ft., … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2017
King County Executive Dow Constantine visits the Valley: shows defiance of ‘other Washington,’ tackles homelessness, affordable housing
January 30, 2017 by
Local issues were infused with national politics as King County Executive Dow Constantine made a visit to the Snoqualmie Valley last week to speak at the January 25th Snoqualmie Valley Chamber of Commerce … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie considers four-year, 42% utility rate increase, new connection charges for future growth
January 27, 2017 by
[This article has been updated. The 4-year percentage increase (30%) was incorrect in the original article. The increase is 42%] The City of Snoqualmie said via press release that following a comprehensive … [Read more...]
New bakery, café coming to the Snoqualmie Valley
January 26, 2017 by
Behind the paper-covered windows of a historic Snoqualmie Railroad Ave retail space, a new bakery and cafe is taking shape, ready serve Valley residents, possibly as early as next month: café minee. In the … [Read more...]
Police Blotter | Marijuana in the bathroom; masturbation in the park; beer in the drive-thru; decontamination of bodily fluids
January 24, 2017 by
Here's a few of the calls the Snoqualmie Police Department responded to in North Bend and Snoqualmie over the past week. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THEFT REPORT … [Read more...]
‘Education Funding Informational’ inspired by Snoqualmie mom’s passion to understand school funding
January 23, 2017 by
When Snoqualmie resident Corinne Alef became the Advocacy Chair for the Timber Ridge Elementary PTSA, she said he made it her mission to understand Washington State education funding. As she learned more, she … [Read more...]
Two small earthquakes recorded Sunday morning, centered near North Bend
January 22, 2017 by
Did something wake you up early this morning? The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PSSN reported a 3.2 magnitude earthquake centered about 11 miles southeast of North Bend at 5:02AM, January 22, 2017. … [Read more...]
New Two Rivers principal announced, familiar face for many students
January 21, 2017 by
Mount Si High School announced this week that Assistant Principal Rhonda Schmidt will be joining Two Rivers School as its new principal for the 2017-18 school year. Current Two Rivers Principal Amy … [Read more...]
Valley Vagabonds | Connecticut to North Bend: cross-country RV’ing to a new home
January 20, 2017 by
[**This is the latest installment of our new community column, Valley Vagabonds, written by Doreen Currie, who relocated to North Bend from Connecticut. Instead of flying, Doreen convinced her family to make a … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie hires first female career firefighter, new position result of recently passed levy
January 19, 2017 by
Via press release the City of Snoqualmie said it hired its first female career-firefighter, with funding from a recently passed Public Safety Levy. One new firefighter position and two additional police … [Read more...]
Multi Vehicle accident on I-90 near Preston slows Thursday morning commute
January 19, 2017 by
Around 8AM, Thursday, January 19, 2017 a multi-vehicle accident had westbound I-90 traffic backed up three miles to the I-90/SR 18 interchange near Snoqualmie. Drivers reported that possibly five vehicles … [Read more...]
Eastbound I-90 scheduled to reopen over Snoqualmie Pass late Thursday afternoon
January 18, 2017 by
UPDATE | JANUARY 19th, 2PM There should be some happy travelers later Thursday afternoon, as WSDOT reported they should have eastbound I-90 at North Bend exit 34 reopened around 4PM. WSDOT says westbound … [Read more...]
Cancer free, but with hurdles: Bev Jorgensen Benefit Dinner, Auction happens this weekend
January 17, 2017 by
It's been six months since longtime North Bend resident, volunteer, friend-to-all and dedicated cancer-fighting activist, Bev Jorgensen, discovered she would be facing her own cancer battle. Her battle to … [Read more...]
Meet your Muslim Neighbor event returns for second year to bigger venue
January 16, 2017 by
After a successful community event last year, the Snoqualmie Mosque is bringing their 'Meet your Muslim Neighbor' open house back to the Snoqualmie Valley. Organizers describe last year's inaugural event as … [Read more...]
‘SnoValley Gala 2017’ offers fun, Hollywood-themed evening, complete with childcare
January 16, 2017 by
Need a night out with that special someone... or just a night out with friends? Church on the Ridge has lined up a special evening. On Friday, February 3rd from 8PM - 9:30PM community members can enjoy an … [Read more...]
Saving Baby Aspen: Rare ‘in utero’ heart surgery not successful, Snoqualmie couple not giving up hope
January 16, 2017 by
UPDATE | JANUARY 19th, 3:30PM Unfortunately, the in utero surgery to help baby Aspen's heart was not successful. Doctors could not get her into the correct position for the procedure in the allotted 45 … [Read more...]
How High can they Go? Snoqualmie Valley homes prices see big jump, slower rise expected in coming year
January 15, 2017 by
[**This article courtesy of Nancy Backman, longtime Snoqualmie resident and John L.Scott Real Estate agent/broker**] What an amazing time in the Puget Sound region real estate market. 2016 was one of the best … [Read more...]
North Bend business owner, former council member makes cover of industry magazine
January 13, 2017 by
Longtime North Bend resident and former City Council Member David Cook was recently recognized by a real estate industry magazine that not only looks at real estate careers, but community involvement when … [Read more...]
Baby it’s Cold outside – Wintertime tips for pet owners
January 13, 2017 by
[In her new column, North Bend resident and pet trainer at Miss Lola's Academy for Wayward Dogs, Melissa Grant, offers important winter safety tips for your four-legged family member.] Our Valley is beautiful … [Read more...]
Helping local Food Banks: Popular ‘Empty Bowls’ Fundraiser returns to Snoqualmie Valley, January 20th
January 12, 2017 by
Want a healthy eating out option that gives you an opportunity to connect with and help the your community? Well, some local students have just the event for you… Empty Bowls returns to the Snoqualmie Valley … [Read more...]
