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A statue depicting a woman with a rose and a folded American flag at the Snoqualmie Veterans Memorial. The statue, provided by Post 79, represents the spouses of fallen service members and is surrounded by names of the fallen. Photo by Faith Ellis

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For Post 79, Memorial Day is not confined to one Monday in May

American Legion Post 79 demonstrates service across Snoqualmie Valley.

The SnoValley Chamber of Commerce hosted a grand opening celebration May 12 for Downtown Church in Snoqualmie. Courtesy photo

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Connections: Local groups who make the Snoqualmie Valley go round

SnoValley Chamber of Commerce: The SnoValley Chamber is a Regional Chamber of Commerce, serving the business communities of…

An aerial shot of farm land in the Snoqualmie Valley. Courtesy photo

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Lawmakers in Olympia did nothing about WA farming crisis | Commentary

As the 2026 Washington state legislative session came to a close, there was at least one thing worth…

The seven-member board of Valley Animal Partners volunteers their time to help low-income individuals in Snoqualmie Valley. Photo courtesy of Kelly Swedick

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As pet care costs climb, Snoqualmie Valley nonprofit becomes lifeline

Residents across Snoqualmie Valley are facing dire choices in the wake of rising veterinary costs. For Kassandra Maffitt,…

Peter Herzog, Sarah Ballew, and Carrie Lee Gagnon speaking at a recent gathering for the Chamber of Commerce. Photo by Kelly Coughlin and Renee Price

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Wander Wisely builds wilderness knowledge to protect tourists

If a tourist looked at social media, they’d think Snoqualmie Valley hikes were an easy walk. The stats…

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Opinion

About that battery site on Snoqualmie Ridge … | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

This cartoon by Frank Shiers is in reference to a proposed battery storage site in Snoqualmie Ridge. Read…

Kris Johnson is president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s chamber of commerce and manufacturers association.

Opinion

Washington employers are looking for the exit | Commentary

Back in February, when the Association of Washington Business released a survey showing that nearly one in five…

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Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia.

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Legislative races to watch in WA

This year’s primary is Aug. 4, with the top two candidates advancing to the general election. Election Day…

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Life

Wine boss: How to find an outstanding wine

What makes wine stand out?

Pat Cokewell | Obit

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Pat Cokewell | Obit

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Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia.

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Lawsuit filed over WA police and firefighter pension fund

Retired police officers and firefighters in Washington, including former Congressman Dave Reichert, sued the state April 30 to…

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Life

Wine boss: Light reds, blends and the difference between right and left bank

When most people think of red wine bold, heavy wines come to mind. However, there are red varietals…

Photos by Aaron Gustafson
Volunteer Karen Fletcher hands out free native trees and shrubs to visitors during Carnation Arbor Day on April 25. Carnation is a Tree City USA community and this year received the Growth Award from the Arbor Day Foundation.

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Carnation hosts annual Arbor Day celebration

Free event April 25 included live music, storytelling, crafts, tree and plant giveaways, t-shirt printing and more.