Pete Nelson (left) and Rachel Money, emcees for the 2025 SnoValley Chamber of Commerce gala, stand for a photo, March 21, 2025. The chamber announced its Best of the Best winners at this year’s gala. Photo courtesy of Kelly Coughlin/SnoValley Chamber of Commerce

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Winners of SnoValley Chamber’s Best of the Best 2025

The competition received more than 5,000 votes.

Beyond the Stables owner Christina Lathrop poses for a portrait with her dog. Photo courtesy of Christina Lathrop/Beyond the Stables photography

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Fall City photographer captures memories for people and their pets

“I specialize in capturing connections,” said Christina Lathrop.

The North Bend Art & Industry board of directors stands for a photo in its new maker space, Feb. 7, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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North Bend Art & Industry steps into new maker space

“This space is for our community,” said co-founder Deb Landers.

Snoqualmie Valley Healing Center Chaplain Patti Yetneberk, surrounded by board members and local officials, cuts the ribbon at the center’s ribbon-cutting ceremony, March 12, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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Snoqualmie Valley Healing Center promotes well-being

The new organization provides mental, physical and spiritual care.

Owner of Feral Woman Farm Lulu Redder holds a baby goat named Cowboy at her petting zoo, March 8, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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Frisky Girl and Feral Woman farms find success in the unconventional

Both businesses are run by first-generation women in farming.

Camlann’s Bors Hede restaurant, modeled after a 14th Century village inn, March 9, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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Camlann Medieval Village looks to grow under new leadership

Camlann is hosting a fundraiser for its upcoming projects April 12.

CarePoint Clinic’s mobile unit, a Winnebago RV, Feb. 26, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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Free Fall City health clinic launches mobile unit

“Everyone should be able to access free healthcare,” said CarePoint Executive Director Misty Messer.

Erin Barzen, owner of Barzen’s Blooms, crafts floral arrangements at her ribbon cutting ceremony, Feb. 14, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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Award-winning florist Barzen’s Blooms takes root in Carnation

“I love sharing the joy of flowers with others,” said owner Erin Barzen.

Scott Rinckenberger’s photo mural at Volition Brewing Co. Photo courtesy of Jamie Haines

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Volition Brewing unveils new mural with Scott Rinckenberger

The 26-foot mural shows iconic peaks in Snoqualmie Pass backcountry.

Marta Rothnie, owner of Anejo Tequila Bar, stands for a photo behind the bar Jan. 31, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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Snoqualmie tequila bar was years in the making

Anejo owner Marta Rothnie also owns Dark Horse Brew coffee shop.

A dog obituary by Nancy Baker. Courtesy image

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Local obituary scribe creates a space for heartfelt goodbyes

Nancy Baker decided to turn her passion for storytelling and honoring legacies into a business.

Clear Creek Farm in Duvall has been a place where art and nature meet since the fall of 2024. Photos by Perris Larson

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Clear Creek Farm combines creativity with natural elements

Located just 10 minutes away from downtown Duvall, down a bumpy road, Clear Creek Farm has been a…

The family of Maggi Whitaker stands for a photo with Down to Earth’s new bird bath. From left: Bill Whitaker Alice Friedel, Ann Marie Whitaker, Violet Friedel and Jenny Whitaker. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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Downtown Snoqualmie businesses honor late shop owner

Maggi Whitaker, founder of Down to Earth Flowers + Gifts, died in August.