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The Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie offers summer experiences including educator-led tours and scenic train rides every Saturday. Visitors can explore railway history in the Train Shed Exhibit Hall and enjoy free Story Time sessions for families with young children. The museum will also participate in the Snoqualmie Days festival on August 22 and 23.
Snoqualmie Police Department will host National Night Out on August 5, 2025, from 5-7 PM at Snoqualmie Community Park. This event aims to strengthen community ties and provide residents an opportunity to meet local law enforcement.
King County Elections reports an 18.92% return rate for August primary ballots as of 8:13 PM on August 5, 2025. Results include races for mayor in Snoqualmie and a King County parks levy. Updated results will be available daily at 4 PM until certification on August 19.
A man was arrested for domestic violence and false reporting after claiming his wife was kidnapped. Multiple incidents of crime, including assaults and thefts, were reported in North Bend and Snoqualmie, leading to several arrests. Investigations are ongoing for various cases, including a hit-and-run and shoplifting.
Three sisters from North Bend, Washington, face cancer diagnoses within months of each other, prompting surgeries and community support. Jennifer, Stacey, and Kellie are navigating their treatments while advocating for early detection and flexible care for working mothers. Their collective journey has raised over $9,700 through a GoFundMe campaign to assist with medical costs.
Mastrogiannis Distillery will open its first flagship tasting room in downtown North Bend by late summer 2025. Owner Ilias Mastrogiannis aims to create a community-oriented space that highlights the region's agriculture and winemaking traditions while complementing local wineries and breweries. The distillery will focus on grape-based spirits and offer an educational experience for visitors.
The Snoqualmie Valley Museum is raising $40,000 to complete a $320,000 improvement project aimed at enhancing accessibility and climate control for artifact preservation. The City of North Bend and 4Culture have already provided significant funding, allowing for the installation of new HVAC systems. Executive Director Cristy Lake emphasizes the importance of these upgrades for community access and historical preservation.
WSDOT will implement immediate fixes to reduce traffic congestion at the eastbound I-90 off-ramp to SR 18. Measures include installing pylons to direct traffic and re-striping the off-ramp, aiming to ease backups until the expanded lanes open later this year.
Mayor Ross actively participated in various events during August, including the Boeing Classic and Snoqualmie Days. He engaged with local and regional elected officials and attended a significant ground-breaking ceremony.
Snoqualmie residents can subscribe to notifications about local events through the city’s Notify Me® service, launching on July 31, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance community engagement by providing timely updates via email and text messaging. Subscribers can receive alerts related to various topics, including shopping and public safety.