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Snoqualmie and Carnation will host a variety of family-friendly Independence Day events on July 4, 2025. Highlights include Snoqualmie's "Red, White & Boom" fireworks celebration and Carnation's pancake breakfast, 5K race, and parades. Residents are encouraged to participate in these community-driven festivities.
North Bend, Snoqualmie, Carnation, and Duvall have proclaimed June as Pride Month, highlighting their commitment to inclusivity and support for the LGBTQIA+ community. Each city’s proclamation references the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, emphasizing the importance of equality and respect for all residents. These declarations reflect a unified effort to foster welcoming environments in the Snoqualmie Valley.
King County Road Services plans lane reductions for NE 124th Street and NE Tolt Hill Road on June 26 and 27, causing delays in Duvall and Carnation. Crews will conduct soil sampling, directing traffic with flaggers from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
Emergency crews responded to multiple incidents in Snoqualmie and North Bend from June 11 to June 20, 2025, including a one-vehicle rollover accident and several medical emergencies. Notable events included a head-on collision on SR 18 and a hiker rescue at Mailbox Peak. All patients involved in these incidents were transported to local hospitals.
The City of Snoqualmie invites residents 18 and older to participate in an open community survey from June 16 to 30, following a random-sample survey launched in May. The survey aims to gather residents' feedback on various topics, including housing and transportation, to inform the city's first strategic plan. Participation helps ensure diverse community input while maintaining confidentiality.
A pedestrian died after being struck by a black Toyota Sequoia that fled the scene on westbound I-90 in Washington State. The vehicle became disabled before the driver was arrested following an attempted carjacking. Authorities seek witnesses and video footage of the incident to aid their investigation.
Living Snoqualmie launched a fundraiser to support SnoValley Pride, featuring local advocate Greg Jamiel, known for his positive influence at community events. The initiative aims to foster inclusivity and celebrate diversity in the Valley.
A 66-year-old man from Bellevue died after being struck by a vehicle on westbound Interstate 90. The driver, a 42-year-old from Sammamish, fled the scene and may face charges including vehicular homicide, with drugs and alcohol suspected as factors.
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the announcement of freedom to the last enslaved individuals in Texas in 1865. As a federal holiday, it serves to honor Black resilience and reflect on the ongoing struggle for equity and justice nationwide, particularly in the Snoqualmie Valley.
North Bend Parks Commissioners and the Economic Development Commission launched a bike tour on May 28 to discuss cycling improvements. The city invites residents to participate in the Bike North Bend survey, open until August 13, 2025, to gather community input on enhancing biking safety and accessibility.