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Snoqualmie’s No Boat Brewing Company received the 2025 Brewshed Alliance Award from Washington Wild for its dedication to clean water and community stewardship. Cofounder David Skiba emphasized the brewery's commitment to protecting natural resources, stating that pristine water is essential for quality beer.
The Green Snoqualmie Day on October 4 will kick off the fall planting season with a community event aimed at creating a Climate Change Adaptation Demonstration Forest. Volunteers can participate in tree and shrub planting, followed by a fruit tree pruning workshop in the afternoon. This initiative promotes urban forest resilience and community stewardship.
Carrie Lee Gagnon, Executive Director of the King County Search and Rescue Association, presented the organization's mission at the September 2, 2025, City Council meeting. KCSARA coordinates nine volunteer units that provide vital public services, including wilderness rescues and disaster response, all funded by donations.
The North Bend Blues Walk returns on October 4, featuring 22 bands across 18 venues from 6 p.m. to midnight. A single ticket allows access to all performances, supporting Jazz Clubs NW, a nonprofit focused on live jazz.
The City of Snoqualmie awarded $316,412 in funding for 2025 to local nonprofits providing essential services such as food, shelter, and counseling. The funding, reviewed biannually, supports organizations like CarePoint Clinic and Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank, which serve diverse community needs.
Snoqualmie and North Bend have settled their legal dispute over police services, approving an interlocal agreement. The Snoqualmie Police Department will provide services to North Bend until March 31, 2026, before the King County Sheriff’s Office takes over.
Westbound Interstate 90 in Issaquah will reduce to a single lane from September 19-21 for bridge repairs, impacting traffic significantly. The left two lanes will close, with a signed detour directing drivers to alternate routes. Similar work will continue for two more weekends following the Issaquah Salmon Days festival.
Snoqualmie faces a police funding gap due to the loss of its North Bend Police contract, prompting concerns over potential staff reductions. Mayoral candidate Jim Mayhew advocates for maintaining a local police department, citing strong community support for local policing in recent years.
The westbound I-90 off-ramp to SR 18/Snoqualmie Parkway will close from 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, to 5 a.m. Monday, Sept. 22, for guardrail and curbing installation. Drivers should follow a signed detour during the closure and expect delays, especially with additional lane reductions occurring in Issaquah for pavement repairs.
The City of Snoqualmie and the City of North Bend reached a unanimous agreement to resolve their lawsuit over police services, alleviating financial concerns for Snoqualmie residents. The Snoqualmie Police Department will conclude its coverage of North Bend on March 31, 2026.