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King County Parks will close a section of the Snoqualmie Valley Trail near Dahlgren Family Park for two days starting July 31, 2025, to install electrical utilities. The closure affects approximately 700 feet of the trail, with users rerouted through the park.
The Boeing Classic returns to Snoqualmie on August 8, 2025, featuring a dramatic jetliner flyover to kick off the event. The tournament will honor military personnel with free admission on Military Appreciation Day, August 10. Weather and FAA restrictions may affect the flyover schedule.
The Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank faces a food supply crisis as federal nutrition cuts take effect in 2025. Executive Director Alison Roberts reports a 3,000-pound monthly shortfall in food supplies due to reductions in federal programs and partner donations. The food bank urgently seeks community support to address rising needs.
The Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank faces a crisis as federal nutrition cuts reduce food support amid rising local needs. Executive Director Alison Roberts reported a loss of 3,000 pounds of food per month, prompting the food bank to limit distributions and prioritize essentials for vulnerable clients. Community support is critical to address the increasing food insecurity in the area.
Officers responded to multiple incidents in Snoqualmie and North Bend, including a vehicle theft, a rollover collision, and a dirt bike accident involving juveniles. A suspect was apprehended after fleeing into the woods, and officers are investigating a fraudulent lumber purchase.
The Washington State Department of Transportation opened a new diverging diamond interchange at the I-90/SR 18 junction on July 25, enhancing traffic flow and safety. This design shifts traffic to the left side, minimizing left turn conflicts and streamlining signal phases. The project is part of a larger effort to widen SR 18 and improve wildlife corridors.
Snoqualmie celebrates National Night Out on August 5 at Snoqualmie Community Park, fostering community bonds through family-friendly activities. The event features local law enforcement and public safety demonstrations, along with free treats from Snoqualmie Ice Cream.
The right two lanes of westbound Interstate 90 near North Bend will close for daytime repairs on July 24-25, reducing traffic to one lane from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Travelers should expect delays as maintenance crews work on the road surface. Access to westbound SR 18 will also be restricted until the early hours of July 25.
The City of North Bend seeks applicants for Position No. 4 on its Planning Commission, with a term ending May 18, 2026. Interested candidates must reside within the city limits or the 98045 zip code and submit applications by August 1, 2025. The commission advises the City Council on urban development plans and policies.
The City of Snoqualmie will host a ribbon cutting on July 23 to celebrate the completion of the 384th Sidewalk and Sewer Project, which includes a new one-mile sidewalk and upgraded sewer infrastructure. Mayor Katherine Ross emphasized the project's long-term benefits for pedestrian safety and downtown utility support.