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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

Superior Court Judge Heather Shand Begins Term

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESuperior Court Judge Heather Shand Begins Term  Skagit County Superior Court is pleased to announce Judge Heather Shand began her term today as the newest Superior Court Judge. Judge Shand has served as Superior Court Commissioner since September 2019 and ran unopposed last November to replace retiring Superior Court Judge Brian Stiles.Judge Shand has previously served as Pro-Tem Judge for Skagit County District Court and Pro-Tem Commissioner for Skagit County Superior Court. Prior to

Temporary Event Vendor Training - Skagit County Public Health

Stephanie Rees of Burlington Chamber of Commerce Completes her first Year at IOM

Stephanie Rees of Burlington Chamber of Commerce Completes Her First Year at Institute for Organization ManagementA Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce WASHINGTON, D.C.— Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce that Stephanie Rees, President/CEO, of the Burlington Chamber of Commerce, has recently completed her first year at Institute for Organization Management, a four-year nonprofit

Call for Applications for Skagit County Planning Commission

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECall for Applications for Skagit County Planning Commission   The Planning Commission works with the Planning and Development Services Department and advises the Department and the Board of County Commissioners on proposed land use plans and regulations in unincorporated Skagit County.The Planning Commission is currently working on the County’s agritourism policies and significant updates to the Comprehensive Plan to ensure consistency with new state law addressing affordable housing

Superior Court Judge Brian Stiles to Retire

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESuperior Court Judge Brian Stiles to Retire Skagit County Superior Court Judge Brian L. Stiles will retire on January 10, 20254. A celebration in his honor will begin at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2025, in courtroom two of the Skagit County Courthouse.Judge Stiles was appointed as a superior court judge on July 1, 2015. The Skagit County native graduated from Sedro-Woolley High School in 1974, Pacific Lutheran University in 1978, and the University of Puget Sound School of Law in