Train excursions at the Northwest Railway Museum ‘spring’ into high gear for the season with train rides available on both Saturdays and Sundays beginning on the weekend of April 3-4! Four scenic … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2021
Snoqualmie Firefighters Honored with Service Awards
March 31, 2021 by
The Snoqualmie Fire Department recently recognized several firefighters for their contributions to our community at their annual awards dinner, held online due to COVID-19. Both a career and a … [Read more...]
Think Twice Before Giving Bunnies or Chicks as Gifts
March 30, 2021 by
Although it may be tempting to gift a small child with a fuzzy baby rabbit or chick on a glorious spring day or as an Easter gift in a basket, giving such animals as gifts should only be done after careful … [Read more...]
Construction to Resume on the Dahlgren Project in April. Opposition Plans an Appeal to the Cities WSP
March 29, 2021 by
With clearing and grading completed last fall, developer contractor crews are scheduled to begin utility infrastructure work for the Cedar River Partners Apartment Project located on North Bend Way near the … [Read more...]
Highlights of the SVSD School Board Meeting 3/25/21
March 28, 2021 by
[Guest post by Linda Grez] Recognition was given to teacher Ms. Pace who earned national certification. Parent Charlene Grisim provided Public Comment regarding opening up all schools for the full-day and … [Read more...]
Fall Pokes its Windy Nose into our Valley Spring
March 27, 2021 by
[Guest Post by North Bend resident Mark Davis] Batten down the hatches; we have a Fall wind storm coming In the Spring. If you already put your outdoor umbrella up, I’d go out and take it back down. The … [Read more...]
Football Season Concludes at MSHS due to Covid-19 Positive Test results
March 27, 2021 by
[EDIT: Some observant readers tell me the school's statement is not showing the full picture and that the Freshman Squad is still playing. The district tells me the statement will likely be updated on Monday as … [Read more...]
Two Finalist Candidates Selected in SVSD Superintendent Search
March 26, 2021 by
The Snoqualmie Valley School District Board of Directors interviewed six semifinalists in the Superintendent Search process on Monday and Tuesday this week, March 23 and March 25. During these … [Read more...]
Spring brings outdoor fun and bear activity
March 26, 2021 by
Spring is a busy time for wildlife, especially black bears, as they emerge from their winter dens hungry and in search of calories after five months of not eating. During this time of increased activity, … [Read more...]
Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust Provides Restoration Work at Meadowbrook Farm, Tollgate Forest
March 26, 2021 by
Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust crews were busy last month, planting conifer trees in Tollgate Forest. The planting is part of grant-funded restoration work that improves riparian, floodplain and wetland … [Read more...]
SafeWise Names Snoqualmie One of the Top 10 Safest Washington Cities for 2021
March 25, 2021 by
For the fourth year in a row, SafeWise has included the City of Snoqualmie in its top 10 list of safest Washington cities. The city, which was ranked first in 2018, 2019, and 2020, was ranked at #6 this year. … [Read more...]
North Bend Business Comings: Ignite Dance & Yoga Owners Fire Up a New Café in Town-Ignition
March 25, 2021 by
About 15 years ago, before they were married, locals Gavin and Katie Black dreamed of opening a cozy little bar. Life took them on a different path, and the couple opened IGNITE Dance & Yoga in … [Read more...]
Investing in North Bend: Two Local Businesses Donate to Improve Tanner Trail
March 23, 2021 by
Earlier this month, two North Bend businesses – Rainier Asphalt & Concrete and Fury Site Works – donated time, equipment and materials to improve and expand the eastern portion of Tanner Trail, which runs … [Read more...]
The Snoqualmie Police Departments K9 Pooch & his Partner Officer John Fischbeck: Assets to the Department and the Valley
March 23, 2021 by
In spring 2020 – and after months of planning and training - K9 Pooch joined the Snoqualmie Police Department. This past fall, Pooch expanded his skills to North … [Read more...]
Business Comings, Falling River Meats: Good for the Farming Community, Good for the Local Economy
March 22, 2021 by
When Christeena and Darron Marzolf were looking for a new retail storefront location, they knew they wanted to stay in the Snoqualmie Valley. Says Christeena, “We love North Bend! I graduated from Mt … [Read more...]
Sunday Afternoon Donut “Incident” on I90. State Troopers Claim Innocence!
March 21, 2021 by
At 4:55 on I-90 westbound just west of 436th Ave SE (MP 31) a collision happened blocking the right lane. The Mini Donut Factory food truck trailer had a broken hitch and came to rest by the side of the … [Read more...]
Spring has Sprung with a Chance of Lumpy Rain and Hope for Warmer Weather Soon
March 21, 2021 by
[Guest Post by North Bend resident Mark Davis] It’s that time of the year when we transition from storms to the nicer weather. With that, we have a chance of some lumpy rain, “mixed rain/snow” at around 1000 … [Read more...]
Living Snoqualmie Now has an Events Calendar
March 20, 2021 by
Living Snoqualmie is pleased to announce a community calendar of virtual and (hopefully soon) in person events. Photo by Debby Hudson on Unsplash The Calendar will include city, school board, hospital and … [Read more...]
Mother of Fallen Soldier Pleads for Return of Son’s Stolen Dog Tags in Issaquah
March 19, 2021 by
[Guest Post by David Rose Q13 Fox] A car prowler in Issaquah stole Staff Sgt. Paul Gardner’s dog tags out of his mother’s 18-year-old vehicle Monday night. They were precious to Claire Gardner because … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Casino’s Executive Chef Justin Lee creates four-courses for Field to Table at Lumen Field
March 19, 2021 by
Snoqualmie Casino’s Executive Chef Justin Lee delights guests in two sold out seatings this past Thursday with a four-course menu developed specifically for Field to Table at Lumen Field, home of the Seattle … [Read more...]
