The Mount Si High School MusicDepartment has seen immense growth in the four years since Matt Wenman took over as Band Director, including adding an orchestra and a percussion band and growing from 150 students … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2017
Realizing a Vision: Partnership expands Torguson Bike Park, becomes ‘gateway’ to city park
March 31, 2017 by
North Bend resident Rob McFall was an integral part of the BMX bike component at Torguson Park. Seventeen years ago he built the original bike track to be a legal spot for BMX riders and racers in the … [Read more...]
Police Blotter | Teen alcohol poisoning; asleep on the sidewalk; needle on the tracks; ‘Turn down the Techno’
March 30, 2017 by
Here are a few of the calls the Snoqualmie Police Department responded to in North Bend and Snoqualmie this … [Read more...]
The Valley’s Famous Elk Herd and its caretaker: Upper Snoqualmie Valley Elk Management Group
March 28, 2017 by
[Article by Melissa Grant] I grew up in Bellevue where wildlife sightings were a pretty rare occurrence. So, when I moved to North Bend in 2006, I was thrilled to see all the critters around town and in my … [Read more...]
Want to be on City Council? Snoqualmie to fill open seat by appointment; two open positions on November ballot
March 28, 2017 by
The City of Snoqualmie announced it is accepting applications from Snoqualmie residents to fill a vacancy on City Council. Position 2 on the seven-member council is open following the resignation of Council … [Read more...]
Newly released state data shows Snoqualmie Valley School District lags behind
March 27, 2017 by
Sometimes a picture (or graph) - with the latest state data - paints a telling story. Hanging in front of Mount Si High School is a large banner announcing the district's "AP Honor Roll" distinction. Six … [Read more...]
City prevents new housing development, instead brings NEW hiking, mountain bike park to North Bend, thanks to ‘well-planned’ partnership
March 24, 2017 by
City of North Bend Community and Economic Development Director Gina Estep is very excited about a brand new park coming to the city - a park that made possible because of a "well-planned partnership" with a … [Read more...]
District takes important step to bring foreign language to middle schools, move hinges on key element
March 23, 2017 by
Over the past couple of years, Snoqualmie Valley School District 'Thoughtstream' online parent survey results have shown a strong desire to bring world languages to SVSD middle schools. In fact, it is a move … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie’s Sister City in Peru Hit by Disaster; Donations Requested
March 22, 2017 by
The Snoqualmie Sister Cities Association is currently gathering disaster relief donations for Snoqualmie’s sister city of Chaclacayo, Peru, which experienced devastating flooding and mudslides over the past … [Read more...]
Four-year, 42% utility rate increase goes into effect; funds improvements, operations
March 22, 2017 by
If you notice an increase on your next water/sewer bill, you probably didn't use more water. It's [most likely] due to a rate increase the City of Snoqualmie says will fund infrastructure, equipment, facilities … [Read more...]
New Bakery ready for business in Snoqualmie, opening date announced
March 20, 2017 by
Owner Sang Kim was hoping to have her new Snoqualmie bakery, cafe minee, open in February, but some contractor delays kept those storefront windows covered in paper for a few extra weeks. There was some good … [Read more...]
What’s a ‘March of the Vegetables?’ Savor Snoqualmie Valley was hoping you’d ask
March 20, 2017 by
What, you say, is a March of the Vegetables? It's a question Savor Snoqualmie Valley hoped community members might ask. A little bit of background info: Savor Snoqualmie Valley is a new, cooperative effort … [Read more...]
Letter | Snoqualmie Valley Soccer Needs You! Ready for new season, volunteer positions open
March 20, 2017 by
Dear Members of the Snoqualmie Valley Community, Do you love kids? Do you love soccer? We have both and we need YOU … grab your best friend! The more the merrier. Come join us. It is not required to have … [Read more...]
Local student, boy scout conducts Eagle Project to help homeless youth through YouthCare
March 19, 2017 by
Snoqualmie resident and Mount Si High School senior,Nick Heinke, has been a Boy Scout for 13 years and is currently a member of Snoqualmie Troop 115. As he works his way toward Eagle rank, he must choose and … [Read more...]
Police arrest front porch package thief with help of alert resident
March 16, 2017 by
The Snoqualmie Police Department said via press release that on March 16, 2017 at 11AM, the were called to the 7500 block of Huckleberry Way SE - in the Ironwood neighborhood - for a suspicious white male that … [Read more...]
New Snoqualmie retail development signs two more tenants; Ridge IGA staying put
March 16, 2017 by
A few months ago we told readers that it appeared quite likely a drive-thru Starbucks was coming to Snoqualmie - in the new Snoqualmie Parkway Plaza retail development currently under construction in the … [Read more...]
Bev Jorgensen named North Bend Citizen of the Year, dedicated community volunteer honored
March 15, 2017 by
At the March 7th North Bend City Council meeting, Mayor Ken Hearing and council members honored longtime resident and dedicated volunteer, Bev Jorgensen, as its 2016 Citizen of the Year. “The Citizen of the … [Read more...]
Startup Success: North Bend small business celebrates second anniversary, growth fueled by community support
March 15, 2017 by
Two years has flown by for North Bend business BasePoint Fitness - two years that have been filled with growth and community support. BasePoint opened in January 2015 in an inconspicuous building on W. North … [Read more...]
Vehicle hits North Bend Post Office, location remained open Tuesday afternoon
March 14, 2017 by
[Article written in conjunction with Melissa Grant] On Tuesday afternoon, March 14, 2017, City of Snoqualmie Public Information Officer Joan Pliego said a vehicle had struck the North Bend Post Office, … [Read more...]
Proposed hotel development clears hurdle; mayor has challenger; another council member will seek re-election
March 14, 2017 by
There were a few notable happenings at the March 13th Snoqualmie City Council Meeting, which are recapped below. Hotel Closer to Reality The city council unanimously approved two components needed for a … [Read more...]
