The final two major lane reductions for the westbound Interstate 90 paving project will begin Sunday night, June 11. The closures will be in place 24 hours a day for two weeks. Contractor crews … [Read more...]
Week-Long Lane Reductions on Westbound I-90 East of Issaquah Start Sunday Night, June 11
June 7, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Snoqualmie Fire Department Offers a Free Opioid Education and Overdose Reversal Training Class in June
June 7, 2023 by Leave a Comment
According to King County, “By October 15, 2022, 710 overdose deaths had occurred in King County, surpassing the total number of overdose deaths that occurred in 2021. The recent surge in overdose deaths is … [Read more...]
Long-term Closure of SR 18 Truck Climbing Lanes Near Snoqualmie to Begin June 7 for Highway Widening
June 2, 2023 by Leave a Comment
People who use State Route 18 near I-90 should continue to plan extra time for their trips as contractor crews work to widen the highway and redesign the interchange. SR 18 closuresTo prepare for … [Read more...]
Church on the Ridge Announces Seventh Annual Professional Red, White & Boom Fourth of July Fireworks Show in Snoqualmie
June 1, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Church on the Ridge has announced the highly anticipated return of its annual professional Fourth of July fireworks show on the 33-acre grounds of Snoqualmie Community Park in Snoqualmie, WA. Red, White … [Read more...]
State Fire Marshal’s Office Recognizes Wildfire Awareness Month
May 26, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office joins fire agencies around the state in recognizing the importance of being prepared for wildfire season. In 2022, fire agencies also reported 6,536 … [Read more...]
Overnight Closure of Westbound SR-18 Planned for May 25, near Maple Valley
May 25, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Westbound State Route 18 will have a full nighttime closure Thursday, May 25. Eastbound lanes will remain open. Drivers should consider alternate routes during the May 25 overnight closure. There is no … [Read more...]
Election Filing Deadline has Passed: Who is running for council, mayor and more?
May 20, 2023 by Leave a Comment
King County Elections week is over, which means we now know who has decided to run for the 21 positions open in the Snoqualmie Valley, including North Bend city council, Snoqualmie city council and … [Read more...]
Stranger From Venus landing in North Bend
May 19, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The North Bend Theatre continues its Bad Sci-Fi film series with Stranger From Venus, a 1954 alien invasion film that lands in the North Bend Theatre on Saturday at 10 PM. Stranger From … [Read more...]
Washington State’s Gigantic Bicycle Festival Rings in its 10th Year with Electrifying Music Line-Up
May 16, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Known for its scenic road and trail bicycle rides, Washington’s premiere music, visual art and bicycle festival is scheduled in Snoqualmie, WA, on August 4th and 5th of this year. Featuring a diverse … [Read more...]
Heat Forecast for Western Washington this Weekend: Hot Weather Tips for People & Pets
May 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
[Weather Forecast by Mark Davis] Many areas of Western Washington, including the Snoqualmie Valley, have a Heat Advisory in effect from Saturday 2 pm until Monday 8 pm. This is the earliest Heat Advisory … [Read more...]
Daytime Lane Closures on Westbound I-90 Between Preston and High Point During Weekdays in May
May 6, 2023 by
Starting Monday, May 8 and continuing for several weeks, westbound drivers on Interstate 90 should watch for intermittent left lane closures along a three-mile stretch between Preston and High … [Read more...]
Updated: Oversized Super Load Truck Loses Steering, Causing a Long Back-up Thursday Afternoon
May 4, 2023 by
Update 2:24 pm: The incident on I-90 at North Bend Way has been cleared to the left shoulder and all lanes are open. Expect delays as traffic clears through this area from the previous backups. Original … [Read more...]
The Valley Vagabond: One Night on the Edge of the Columbia Gorge
May 4, 2023 by
My husband is a work-from-home computer guy who was starting to look as pale as a 14-year-old D&D aficionado. So, to get him some much-needed color and Vitamin D, I booked a night at Sagecliffe Resort & … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley YMCA Hosts Annual Healthy Kids Day, April 29
April 24, 2023 by
The YMCA of Greater Seattle is hosting the Y’s annual Healthy Kids Day®, presented by UnitedHealthcare and Coordinated Care, at locations across King County, including the Snoqualmie Valley Y. This … [Read more...]
North Bend Local Works with the Snoqualmie Tribe to Protect Wildlife and Support the Tribe’s Sovereign Rights
April 21, 2023 by
Many people move to the Valley for its wildlife and scenery. The Snoqualmie Valley is part of the Snoqualmie Tribe's ancestral lands, where they have lived, gathered, hunted, fished, and stewarded the lands … [Read more...]
April Showers Bring May Flowers — and Young Wildlife
April 19, 2023 by
The days are getting longer, the temperatures are getting warmer, and flowers are starting to bloom—spring ushers in many new beginnings — including new life for baby animals. This time of year, it’s common … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Transportation Reduces Routes on Valley Shuttle
April 15, 2023 by
Snoqualmie Valley Transportation (SVT) will reduce two northbound routes and two southbound routes on the Valley Shuttle, which travels from North Bend to Duvall and stops in Snoqualmie, Fall City, and … [Read more...]
More Lane Reductions on Westbound I-90 Start Monday, April 17, for Pavement Repair
April 14, 2023 by
The next westbound Interstate 90 lane reduction west of Preston begins at 10 a.m. Monday, April 17. The freeway will be reduced to one lane until 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, to repair damaged … [Read more...]
Counting Wolves in Washington: 2022 Annual Report Shows Growth in Packs and Breeding Pairs
April 12, 2023 by
People generally fall into two groups when it comes to wolves. Those who love them and are happy they’re on the landscape, and those whose livelihood depends on livestock production may not want them … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Police Department Collects Unwanted Prescription Drugs at Take Back Event, April 22
April 11, 2023 by
On Saturday, April 22, 2023, from 10 am to 2 pm, the Snoqualmie Police Department and the U. S. Drug Enforcement Administration will give the public its 24th opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by … [Read more...]
