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SVC Marine Technology Center to host open house featuring Around the Americas project

Anacortes, Wash. –  The research vessel sailing vessel (S/V) One Ocean is set to embark on a 27,300-nautical-mile journey around North and South America as part of the Around the Americas Sailing Research and Education initiative.  The vessel, which has undergone extensive refits at Skagit Valley College’s Marine Technology Center, will be featured at a showcase event on Feb. 22, from 12 to 3 p.m., ahead of its scheduled departure from Anacortes on May 3. SVC is a lead partner in the Around the Americas

Applications Now Open for the 2025 Master Composter Recycler Volunteer Training

If you are interested in composting and recycling, a sustainable future, and being part of a great community, consider becoming a Certified Skagit County Master Composter Recycler. The certification training, hosted by the Skagit County Solid Waste Division, provides participants with tools and knowledge to share back to the community as official waste reduction educators. The program provides over 20 hours of training to explore backyard composting, vermicomposting, recycling, waste reduction,

Skagit Valley College honors coach for 30 years of dedication to women's basketball

Mount Vernon, Wash. - Skagit Valley College (SVC) recognizes the significant contributions of Deb Castle, who has served the women’s basketball program for three decades as both an assistant and head coach. Her dedication has been instrumental in the development of numerous student-athletes and the sustained success of the program. “Coach Castle embodies SVC women’s basketball and represents unwavering commitment to Skagit Valley College, our student-athletes, and Cardinal hoops,” said SVC athletic director

Call for Your Voice, Your Vision, Your Burlington Focus Group Participants

BURLINGTON, WA – The City of Burlington is conducting focus groups to learn more about our city’s needs, values, and priorities. Your valuable feedback will help us continue to build a better Burlington and shape City planning, such as the Comprehensive Plan update, Capital Improvement Plan, and Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. Help us plan for the future! Focus groups will be topic-specific and held at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave., on these dates: Saturday, 3/1: 10a –

Museum of Northwest Art hires Christian Waguespack as Director ofCuratorial Affairs and Curator of Northwest Art

The Museum of Northwest Art (MoNA) is excited to announce Christian Waguespack as its new Director of Curatorial Affairs and Curator of Northwest Art, effective March 3. Waguespack comes to MoNA from the New Mexico Museum of Art + Vladem Contemporary in Santa Fe, where he has served as Head of Curatorial Affairs and Curator of 20th Century Art. In his new role, Waguespack will provide strategic vision and managerial leadership to MoNA’s collection, exhibition, research, and scholarship initiatives and

Guemes Island Ferry Electronic Ticketing System Launching March 19th

Skagit County is in the process of transitioning to a new electronic ferry ticketing system, provided by Anchor Operating Systems. The original launch date for the new system was June 6, 2024; however, the software integration with our payment processor has taken longer than expected. With the support of our beta testing team, Skagit County delayed the launch date to continue working on the new application. Skagit County has contracted with a new payment processor which has been integrated with Anchor

HKP Architects Welcomes Karyn Elliott as Marketing Coordinator and Office Administrator

HKP Architects is pleased to announce the addition of Karyn Elliott as the new Marketing Coordinator and Office Administrator. Karyn will develop targeted marketing strategies to enhance HKP's presence and strengthen connections with clients and the community and oversee the firm's day-to-day operations. Her experience in project coordination and outreach, paired with a passion for collaboration, aligns with HKP's mission to create socially and environmentally impactful designs.   Karyn brings a diverse

Skagit Valley College launches Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education

Mount Vernon, Wash. – Skagit Valley College (SVC) has announced the addition of a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Early Childhood Education (ECE), its sixth bachelor's degree program, starting in fall 2025. The program will include Washington state teaching certification and an early childhood education endorsement, qualifying graduates to teach preschool through third grade.     The program addresses a growing need for skilled educators in low-income and rural districts, including Skagit, Island, and

Skagit County Adopts 2025 Guemes Island Ferry Fare Schedule

On Monday, January 27th, the Skagit Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution #20250015 to establish the 2025 Guemes Island ferry fare schedule. The new fare schedule will be in effect starting February 26, 2025, through December 31, 2025.The 2025 fare schedule can be found here.Skagit County Public Works presented the draft 2024 ferry fare revenue target report and the first proposed 2025 ferry fare schedule to the Skagit Board of County Commissioners on Monday, August 5th. The County Commissioners

The 88th annual Berry Dairy Days Festival returns in its *NEW* Skagit River Park & Playfield Location

Burlington, WA— 1/21/2025— We are excited to announce the return of the 88th annual Berry Dairy Days Festival, presented by Peoples Bank, to our *new* location at Skagit River Park & Playfields on June 20th, 21st, and 22nd, 2025. Join us for three exciting days filled with unforgettable family fun! The Burlington Chamber of Commerce will organize and execute all 3 days of the Berry Dairy Days festival. "Berry Dairy Days has been such an important, meaningful festival for the Skagit community celebrating

Skagit County to Launch New Public Disclosure Request Software

Skagit County is in the process of transitioning to a new public records request management software, NextRequest by CivicPlus, designed to help government agencies more efficiently handle Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and other public records requests. The new online portal will simplify and streamline the process of receiving, processing, and fulfilling public records requests from start to finish, and will be available for use starting in early February 2025. The public will be able to

Skagit County Appoints New Superior Court Commissioner

Skagit County Superior Court is pleased to announce the appointment of Haley Sebens as Superior Court Commissioner. Haley joins Superior Court from the Skagit County Prosecutor’s Office where she worked as a deputy prosecuting attorney for thirteen years. As a prosecutor Haley handled all levels of felony cases and focused her work on special assault crimes, crimes against children, and family violence. Prior to her work at the prosecutor’s office, she served as a deputy public defender where she

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