The city of North Bend has a full slate of activities and news to mark this week, starting with a somber remembrance of David Lynch who passed away at 79. "For over 30 years, the television series has touched the lives of thousands of residents and continues to have an incredible impact on local and regional tourism," the City of North Bend noted. Lynch, best known for co-creating Twin Peaks, left an indelible mark on the area that will be remembered, especially on February 24, which locals celebrate as Twin Peaks Day. North Bend Weekly Recap stated, "May the forest be with you," echoing words from Lynch and writer Mark Frost.
In civic news, North Bend offices will shutter tomorrow to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day but will to resume operations the following day. Meanwhile, the City Council is set to meet on Tuesday to cover, among other things, the 2024 Year End Financial Status Report and a motion pertaining to police services. And if you've got an itch to do some good while shaking your tail feather, a themed pub crawl on Saturday promises to lighten wallets for a cause; proceeds will benefit the local food bank.
On the community engagement front, Mayor Mary Miller beckons residents for a chat over at The Trail Youth Coffee Home on January 29. It's a chance to bend the mayor's ear on city issues over some freshly brewed Joe. Local business owners and nonprofit moguls might also want to nab a subscription to the Monthly Business Resource Newsletter, a hub for local city intel on projects and policies affecting the scene.
February will also see Si View Metro Parks District start to flex their construction muscles on a brand-new Administration Office, slated to help facilitate their growth as a provider of public parks and recreation services. And with January being National Mentoring Month, the baton is being passed to encourage those looking to shape young minds to reach out to Empower Youth Network. Meanwhile, the city is keeping the lines of digital communication open via social media.
The city also gives a nod to its athletic history with a century-old snapshot of stoic b-ball players, courtesy of the Snoqualmie Valley Historical Museum, proving some things like the drive to win, really don't change over time.
