Fresh off the heels of its most successful fundraising event ever, Snoqualmie's Project Grace Guild got some new, wonderful news. The success of their Harvest Moon Soiree charity auction moved Project Grace to … [Read more...]
Living Snoqualmie To Adopt New Commenting Policy
October 20, 2011 by
In response to some mean-spirited comments left on its website over the past two weeks, LivingSnoqualmie.com is adopting a new commenting policy. Anonymous posts and posts left under acronyms will still be … [Read more...]
City of Snoqualmie And Snoqualmie Valley School District Hopeful Over Impact Fee Progress
October 19, 2011 by
It's been a valley headline for nearly a year now - impact fees and the City of Snoqualmie not collecting the full 2011 amount assessed by the Snoqualmie Valley School District. District officials and school … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley School Board Incumbents Share Their Big Improvements
October 18, 2011 by
A couple of weeks ago, I asked Snoqualmie Valley School Board challengers to identify a big change they saw needed in our school district, or the driving force pushing them onto the campaign trail. This week … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley YMCA Offers A Place For All Local Teens/Tweens
October 8, 2011 by
While touring the shell of the future Snoqualmie Y this week, I learned something new. In the back corner of the community center there's a 1,500 sq ft space just for local kids. While I knew this Teen … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley School Board Challengers Share Their Big Change
October 6, 2011 by
What inspires a person to run for school board against a seated incumbent? Or for that matter, any elected position? It's expensive, labor-intensive, and let's face it, takes guts. What is the driving force … [Read more...]
Si View Parks District Hopes Voters Will Keep Its Future Alive
October 2, 2011 by
How many of you remember what the valley was like without the Si View Community Center? I do. We were taking swim lessons there in 2002 when King County slashed its budget, forcing the closure of its smaller … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Zumba Gets Kids Moving And Fundraises For Breast Cancer
September 30, 2011 by
Kelly Saunders has been teaching Zumba in the Snoqualmie Valley for about a year and a half now. She has steadily gained quite a following. Kelly began teaching the popular Latin dance-inspired exercise … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie's Project Grace Guild Putting Final Touches On Annual Fundraiser
September 16, 2011 by
If you live in the Seattle area and have kids, chances are Seattle Children's has touched your life in some way. Three years ago, my youngest child was complaining of a sore knee. A progression of doctor's … [Read more...]
The Road Back – One Year Seems Just Like Yesterday
September 15, 2011 by
"Seems just like yesterday." This sentiment is seamlessly woven through many survivors' memories when recalling the loss of a loved one. Healing from any loss is an individual process, yet there are common … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie's First Summer Heatwave Predicted For This Week
September 1, 2011 by
It figures. Summer wraps up. The school year starts. We stock up on school supplies and fall fashion and then BAM, summer finally decides to kick in with some true summertime heat. Then again, the … [Read more...]
Torguson Park The Rescue Scene For Man Hurt From Fall Near Abandoned North Bend Mine Shaft
August 27, 2011 by
North Bend's Torguson Park, 750 E North Bend Way, was the rescue scene last night for three men who fell into an abandoned mine shaft yesterday afternoon. The men were airlifted to Torguson Park where local … [Read more...]
787 Dreamliner Signals Start Of TPC Snoqualmie Ridge Boeing Classic Today, August 26th
August 26, 2011 by
It happens every year. Snoqualmie residents unaware of the Boeing Classic Golf Tournament are surprised by the thunderous, low-level fly over that signals the tournament's start. So here's my warning for you … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Boy Is A YouTube Sensation – Two Million Times Over!
July 12, 2011 by
12-year-old, Jonah Duvall, is nearing 2.5 million YouTube views. Doing what you ask? Performing Michael Jackson's Thriller dance at Safeco Field two weeks ago. During the Mariner's "80's Night" he performed … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Mom Question Of The Week – Did I Really Give Birth To That Child?
June 13, 2011 by
Okay Snoqualmie Valley parents, ever have one of those days (or weeks/months) when you look at the teenager you gave birth to and wonder if they truly are yours? Could it be an alien being donated DNA? Or … [Read more...]
Lessons From Strong, Never Give Up Snoqualmie Women
June 2, 2011 by
I have a two new strong women friends thanks to a passion for a common cause. These women embody strength and perseverance. They possess that never quit attitude. The same attitude we strive to instill in … [Read more...]
The Road Back – Three Months To Three Years
May 15, 2011 by
I was reading my friend Tess's book, Riversong, this morning. It's her fist published novel - an amazing accomplishment. I've had the book for almost a month now. I should've started it sooner. I used being … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Sunshine – For The Love Of Gardening!
May 1, 2011 by
It's Sunday and I was awakened by something strange and unfamiliar this spring - blazing sunshine! All I can think about is getting into the yard and tackling projects the awful spring weather has made … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie's Tess Hardwick, Riversong And Realization Of The Dream
April 19, 2011 by
Admit it, you all have one. The dream. What you would do if you weren't doing what you were doing. Even if you love what you're doing. I have a new friend. Snoqualmie is her home. Her passion is writing. … [Read more...]
