Middle Fork Snoqualmie River reopens after emergency work to relocate dangerous trees
A stretch of the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River near North Bend has been reopened to recreational use following an emergency project led by King County to relocate several large trees that had fallen across its main channel. However, county officials remind everyone to exercise extreme caution when around open waters, which remain cold and dangerous.

Explore King County Parks – Your Big Backyard to find fun activities this spring and summer
Celebrate King County’s natural beauty and late spring’s warming weather by participating in some of the many upcoming activities at King County Parks.

Emergency repairs on Burke-Gilman Trail lead to brief detour along popular King County route
Short detour as crews replace slumping ground, cracked asphalt June 10-11

Bellevue schools embrace recycling, earn King County Green Schools Program honors
It’s no secret that recycling and energy conservation programs can save a school district thousands of dollars a year in reduced disposal costs and lower power bills.

Help King County Parks preserve and restore world-class trails on National Trails Day, June 6th
Spend part of your Saturday, June 6th, celebrating National Trails Day by helping to improve King County Parks’ widely acclaimed regional and backcountry trail systems.

Tolt River floodplain project gears up for final phase to restore habitat, sustain levee
Everyone will soon enjoy improved public river access and enhanced amenities when visiting King County’s Tolt-MacDonald Park, as well as continued flood protection for the nearby City of Carnation.

Test drive a fuel cell care June 2
King County invites people to learn about green commuting options and even test drive a fuel cell demonstration car at the Ride and Drive the Future event on Tuesday, June 2 from 7 to 10 a.m. at the University of Washington Bothell campus, 18115 Campus Way NE, Bothell.

Brightwater tunnel machine temporarily idle for repairs and maintenance
Construction on a portion of the Brightwater Treatment System’s 13-mile conveyance tunnel has been temporarily suspended to enable repairs on a tunnel boring machine. Maintenance will also be performed during the repair work.

Dangerous Snoqualmie River stretch still closed
With sunshine and warm temperatures expected this weekend, outdoor enthusiasts are reminded a half-mile-long stretch of the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River in North Bend remains closed to all access.

Wastemobile visits Shoreline for household hazardous waste collection, May 29-31
King County residents can safely dispose of car batteries, oil and other household hazardous items, May 29-31, when the King County Wastemobile visits the Shoreline Sears store, located at 15711 Aurora Avenue North.