A rendering of the SR18 diverging diamond interchange upon completion. Image courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation

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Weeklong closure of SR 18 at I-90 begins July 17

After this, the diverging diamond interchange should officially be open.

A bucket of freshly picked blueberries in front of Mount Si. Photo courtesy of Bybee Farms

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Where to pick your own berries in the Snoqualmie Valley

Raspberries and blueberries are ripe for the picking.

The Miller’s outdoor venue is right outside the historic building. Photos by Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record

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Miller’s opens outdoor concert venue in downtown Carnation

The community-led project was a “total barn raising,” Miller’s owner says.

Robyn Atkins rides her horse Duke, dressed as a unicorn, in the 2025 Fall City Day parade. Photo courtesy of SnoValley Pride

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Beloved ‘unicorn’ honored in Carnation Fourth of July parade

Duke the horse — often dressed as a unicorn — died at the end of June.

Mark and Sarah Humiston. (Screenshot of Facebook profile)

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Hearing for Fall City mass shooting again postponed

Is it undecided whether the teen accused of the crime will be tried in adult court.

Community members enjoy SipFest 2024. Photo courtesy of Rotary Club of Snoqualmie Valley

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Snoqualmie Valley Rotary gears up for fundraising events

The local chapter is hosting SipFest and the Mount Si Classic golf tournament in July.

Duvall’s outdoor summer concert series SummerStage in 2024. Photo courtesy of the city of Duvall

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Duvall celebrates 25 years of SummerStage concert series

The city is hosting five outdoor concerts this year.

From left: Bonnie Remlinger and Gary Remlinger, owners of Remlinger Farms. Photo courtesy of Travis Wetherbee/Last Lite Photography

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Gary Remlinger chosen as Carnation Fourth of July parade grand marshal

Remlinger is the “perfect man for the job,” according to his 64 nominations.

Large pieces of wood are prepared for installation into the Issaquah Creek in-stream restoration project with chain being attached, June 20, 2025. The creek has been diverted from this area while work is taking place to preserve water quality. Photo courtesy of the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust

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Fallen trees used to improve salmon habitat at Lake Sammamish State Park

The project’s leaders want to assure locals the trees have not been logged.

Snoqualmie City Hall. (File photo)

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Snoqualmie sues North Bend after dispute regarding policing services

North Bend is waiting for Snoqualmie to respond to a proposed contract.

Carnation Farms butcher Thomas Cross teaches a workshop on breaking down meat. Photo courtesy of Carnation Farms

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Carnation Farms culinary offerings grow with on-site butcher

His goal is a sustainable butcher counter at the farm stand.

SnoValley Pride founder Gregory Jamiel (center) stands with members of PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) at Fall City Day 2025. Photo courtesy of SnoValley Pride

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SnoValley Pride launches group to support, educate parents

“Parents in the Snoqualmie Valley want to be able to provide the best resource of safety and support.”

Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank’s Dylan Johnson (left) and Alison Roberts (right) in 2024. File photo

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Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank raising funds for new location

The nonprofit hopes to expand services despite widespread federal cuts.