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Employees work at Fall City’s Aroma Coffee Co. Jan. 14, 2025.

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Valley employers juggle higher minimum wages and taxes

Business owners on the state of business in WA.

Former North Bend Mayor Ken Hearing (second from right) is presented with the Fritz Ribary Community Leadership award at the SnoValley Chamber Aspire Gala, Feb. 28, 2026. Photo courtesy of Tatiana Meyer/Grace + Light Studios

Business

SnoValley Chamber hosts successful fundraising gala

The evening included community connection and awards.

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Charlotte Spani (right) and Brandy Eckman, the new owners of Quintessential Knits in Duvall, Jan. 28, 2026.

Business

Mother-daughter duo save Duvall yarn shop from closure

The new owners of Quintessential Knits are prioritizing fiber arts and community.

North Bend Mayor Mary Miller (left) and Snoqualmie Mayor Jim Mayhew stand with Twin Peaks Day proclamations, Feb. 24, 2026. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

Life

Twin Peaks Day 2026 | Photos

Dozens of fans turned out to see the “Welcome to Twin Peaks” sign.

NE 24th Street in Sammamish, a residential road, is one of the lines that separates the Lake Washington and Snoqualmie Valley school districts. Grace Gorenflo / Valley Record

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Sammamish families push to leave Snoqualmie Valley School District

They are appealing the district’s denial of a territory change petition.

A then versus now comparison of the location of the “Welcome to Twin Peaks” sign from the show’s opening credits. Left: A snapshot of “Twin Peaks” season 1, episode 1. Right: Mount Si from SE Reinig Road, Feb. 15, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

Life

A self-guided ‘Twin Peaks’ tour around the Snoqualmie Valley

These 12 filming spots will immerse you in the world of “Twin Peaks.”

North Bend Public Works out in the field. Photo courtesy of the city of North Bend

News

The unseen, critical work of Valley public works crews

Public works kept Valley cities running during December’s flood event.

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay, surrounded by community members, announces an executive order to protect immigrants at a press conference Feb. 12, 2026. Photo courtesy of King County Office of the Executive

Northwest

King County executive signs order to better protect immigrants

Girmay Zahilay’s first executive order goes into effect immediately.

Residents participate in an anti-ICE protest in North Bend, Jan. 10, 2026. Photo courtesy of Snoqualmie Valley Indivisible

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Valley cities and residents make statements about ICE

Discussions of immigration have made their way to recent city council meetings.

Dave Eiffert. Courtesy photo

Life

Snoqualmie man takes search for kidney donor public

Dave Eiffert is hoping to find a donor for him and nine others.

Mount Si High School. (Photo courtesy of Snoqualmie Valley School District)

News

Valley voters to decide on school levies in Feb. 10 election

Some residents are not in favor of renewing levies for the Snoqualmie Valley School District.

A protest in downtown North Bend, Jan. 31, 2026. Photo courtesy of Jesse Skorupa

News

Valley businesses, students participate in nationwide protests

Walkouts and rallies were held Jan. 30 and Jan. 31.

North Bend’s Administrative Services Director Lisa Escobar with her dog, Harley, at North Bend City Hall, May 2, 2025. Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record

Life

Dogs bring joy, comfort to local city offices

North Bend and Carnation city staff enjoy the company of an office dog.