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Highway 2 Reopens Early, Boosting Local Business

1/2/2026

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  • Highway 2 between Skykomish and Stevens Pass reopened January 1, 2026, three days ahead of schedule after storm repairs.
  • Governor Bob Ferguson announced the reopening, noting it should boost local businesses harmed by the closure.
  • The highway is open but not a through route for cross-state travel, with further repairs planned for the summer.
  • A pilot car will guide traffic through construction zones until the end of January.