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Volunteers can help plant trees and native plants at the Jeanne Hansen Pre-Thanksgiving Planting event on November 22, 2025, from 9 am to 12 pm. This initiative, organized by the Green Snoqualmie Partnership, aims to restore the forest surrounding Jeanne Hansen Park. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join and contribute to the region's environmental efforts.
Snoqualmie Winter Lights will celebrate the holiday season on December 6, 2025, from 3 to 6 pm in Historic Downtown Snoqualmie. The event features live music, activities for children, and Santa's arrival for the tree lighting countdown at 5:30 pm. Families are encouraged to enjoy the festivities together and welcome the holiday spirit.
State Route 203 will close to one lane on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lane striping near 324th Way Northeast. The work is part of a project that improved fish passage, opening over 3,500 feet of upstream habitat.
Mayor Mary Miller invites North Bend residents to her Meet Up with the Mayor event on November 19 at Hartwood Café. Attendees can discuss city issues and enjoy refreshments from 9 to 10 a.m. A final meetup of the year is scheduled for December 10.
Sno Valley Pet Services launched its annual Christmas Stocking project to support pets in need. Community members can contribute by fulfilling wish lists available on the organization's website. This initiative, led by Dorie Ross, aims to spread holiday cheer to both pets and their owners.
The Northwest Railway Museum appointed VJ Kopacki as Administrative Officer and Catlin Wright as Educator to enhance its heritage team. Kopacki will lead day-to-day operations and support the museum's capital campaign, while Wright aims to expand educational programs across Washington state.
Emergency crews responded to multiple incidents in Snoqualmie and North Bend, including a pedestrian collision and a one-vehicle semi-truck crash. Several patients were transported to hospitals for various medical conditions, including heart issues and injuries from falls. One incident resulted in a fatality when a vehicle struck a guardrail and rolled.
Sixteen comedians will compete in Round 2 of the Seattle International Comedy Competition in North Bend on November 15. The event, hosted by the North Bend Theatre, aims to deliver a night of laughter as comics vie for the title of Best Comic. Beth Burrows, the theatre owner, encourages attendees to embrace the humor and enjoy the performances.
The Northwest Railway Museum and the City of North Bend will upgrade four railway crossings, funded by a $4.8 million federal grant. Road closures will occur from November 9 to November 18, with crews working around the clock to minimize disruption. The project aims to enhance safety and travel quality through improved infrastructure.
North Bend opens applications for its 2026 Citizens Academy, an interactive eight-week course aimed at educating residents about local government. The program, running from February 2 to March 30, includes tours and meetings with city leaders, and is free for participants aged 16 and older. Applications are accepted starting November 6, with a limit of 25 participants, prioritizing North Bend residents.