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Over 700 attendees celebrated love and inclusion at Snovalley Pride’s third annual Pride Picnic in Carnation on June 8th. The event featured live music, free food, hands-on art experiences, and the debut of an original children's book, quickly selling out its first print run. Snovalley Pride plans more summer activities, including an 80’s drag show and a community movie night.
State Route 203/Carnation-Duvall Road Northeast will close for maintenance between Carnation and Duvall on June 14 from 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Washington State Department of Transportation will conduct vegetation work, urging travelers to seek alternate routes.
Snoqualmie will host an open house on June 14, 2025, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its fire station. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is open to the public, inviting community members to join in the festivities.
Authorities identified a body found in the Snoqualmie River as Randy Burkel, a 67-year-old man missing since May 13. Burkel had dementia and was previously reported under a Silver Alert after his vehicle was discovered abandoned. The King County Medical Examiner listed drowning as the presumed cause of death.
Melissa Grant, editor of Living Snoqualmie, outlines her policy on naming individuals in local stories, particularly those involving tragedy or crime. She emphasizes respect for privacy and the potential harm of publishing names, especially in a close-knit community. Exceptions occur when families consent or legal identification is made public.
City Councilmember Amy McHenry announced her candidacy for Mayor of Duvall, emphasizing sustainability and community needs. She has secured the endorsement of Teamsters Local Union #763 and garnered support from over 75 community members and 20 local officials.
The Snoqualmie Police Department investigates a deceased male found in the Snoqualmie River near Riverview Park on June 7, 2025. Officers responded after a paddle boarder reported seeing the body. This incident raises concerns about safety in local waterways.
Snoqualmie Police recovered a male body from the Snoqualmie River near Riverview Park on June 7, 2025. The investigation involves the King County Medical Examiner to identify the deceased and understand the circumstances of his death. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the police department.
North Bend City Council unanimously approved a construction contract for the Meadowbrook Sewer Utility project on June 3, 2025. The project aims to enhance public health by replacing aging septic systems with a modern sewer system, supporting mixed-use development in the area. Construction will take 12 to 14 months and is expected to be completed by early 2027.
Detectives investigate the homicide of a 15-year-old girl from Snoqualmie, whose body was found in Shoreline. The King County Medical Examiner reports she died from gunshot wounds on May 31. No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing.