North Bend and Snoqualmie will observe Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, honoring those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. City Hall offices in both cities will be closed for the holiday, reopening Thursday, November 12.
For residents looking for a local place to reflect and honor veterans, the North Bend Veterans Memorial is located outside North Bend City Hall at 920 SE Cedar Falls Way. The memorial is open to the public and provides a place for quiet reflection and remembrance.
The City of Snoqualmie is also recognizing members of its city government and fire department who served in the military before continuing their public service in the community.
Those recognized include:
- Councilmember Andre Testman, U.S. Marine Corps
- Deputy Fire Chief Chris Brown, U.S. Air Force
- City Attorney Dena Burke, U.S. Air Force
- Fire Captain Jake Fouts, U.S. Army
- Firefighter Scott Loehndorf, U.S. Navy
- Fire Lieutenant Ben Parker, U.S. Army
- Firefighter Martha Smith, U.S. Coast Guard
Both cities join communities across the country in recognizing the service and sacrifices of America’s military veterans this Veterans Day.
[Information provided by the cities of North Bend and Snoqualmie]
