Request for Comments on Scope of Env.Impact Statement for Clean Energy Siting and Permit Project
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASERequest for Comments on Scope of Environmental Impact Statement for Clean Energy Siting and Permitting Project Skagit County Planning and Development Services has received a grant through the Washington State Department of Commerce to develop local clean energy development regulations and prepare a programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). This EIS will evaluate where different types of clean energy projects can be appropriately sited, as well as assess their potential
Skagit Valley College hosts its annual powwow, “All My Relations,”
13-County ''Ready, Set, Go!'' Evacuation Campaign Urges Communities to Prepare for Wildfire
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE13-County "Ready, Set, Go!" Evacuation Campaign Urges Communities to Prepare for Wildfire Thirteen Western Washington counties and the Suquamish Tribe are joining partners to highlight the importance of “Ready, Set, Go!” evacuation messages as another wildfire season approaches. Emergency managers in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Clark, Thurston, Kitsap, Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan, Island, Clallam, Grays Harbor, and Jefferson counties, as well as the Suquamish Tribe, are all working
Skagit Valley College to Host Fourth Annual Career Fair May 21
Job seekers are invited to attend the Skagit Valley College career fair on May 21 featuring more than 71 local employers. The event will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Knutzen Cardinal Center on the Mount Vernon Campus and is free and open to the public. This event will feature local employers recruiting from many industries including diesel, automotive, manufacturing, welding, marine technology, health services, and more. Current students, alumni, and community members seeking jobs and internships
Skagit County Accepting Applications for Clean Energy Advisory Group
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESkagit County Accepting Applications for Clean Energy Advisory Group Skagit County is forming a Clean Energy Advisory Group (CEAG) to provide policy guidance to Planning and Development Services staff in drafting a recommended clean energy code. Skagit County has received a grant through the Washington State Department of Commerce to develop local clean energy development regulations and prepare a programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). This EIS will evaluate
Skagit County Coroner Hayley Thompson to Resign
PRESS RELEASEApril 30, 2026 ContactJenn RogersCommunications and Engagement Managerjrogers@co.skagit.wa.us360-416-1300 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESkagit County Coroner Hayley Thompson to Resign Skagit County Coroner Hayley Thompson has announced she will resign from her position as County Coroner before the end of her elected term. Coroner Thompson was appointed to the seat initially on May 16, 2016, and was then elected to the position in
Trico Welcomes New Building Goup Administrator
TRICO Press Releases04/28/26 New Hire: TRICO Companies Welcomes Allie LyonsTRICO is proud to announce Allie Lyons as our new Building Group Administrator. Allie has over five years of experience in project management, contracts, and communications, with a background that includes maritime and service-based project delivery. She brings a strong focus on organization, collaboration, and client satisfaction. Allie brings a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to her work. Her proactive
TRICO is pleased to welcome Aaron Wagenaar as Senior Estimator
TRICO Press Releases04/28/2026 New Hire: TRICO Companies Welcomes Aaron WagenaarTRICO is pleased to welcome Aaron Wagenaar as Senior Estimator, a key role supporting the successful acquisition and delivery of construction projects from conceptual pricing through final proposal.Aaron brings a strong background in efficient and accurate estimating, trade partner engagement, and market awareness across institutional, residential, and commercial construction. He is known for his clear
Disaster Recovery Centers to Open in Burlington and Hamilton
PRESS RELEASEApril 22, 2026 ContactJenn RogersCommunications and Engagement Managerjrogers@co.skagit.wa.us360-416-1300 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDisaster Recovery Centers to Open in Burlington and Hamilton Skagit County Emergency Management will host two Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Burlington and Hamilton to help residents affected by the December 2025 flooding event apply for federal, state, and local resources to support recovery
Skagit County Dept of Emergency Management Host Disaster Recovery Centers
rev. 04/18/26 3:00 p.m. With the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) recent disaster declaration for the Pacific Northwest flood events in December 2025, new resources are available to flood victims. Skagit County Department of Emergency Management (DEM) will host Disaster Recovery Centers in two locations over several dates to help those in need of assistance. Burlington Parks & Recreation Building and Hamilton Town Hall 900 E. Fairhaven Avenue
Skagit County Protects 270 Acres of Farmland from Development in 2025
PRESS RELEASEApril 20, 2026 ContactSarah Stoner, Agricultural Lands Coordinatorsstoner@co.skagit.wa.us360-416-1417 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESkagit County Protects 270 Acres of Farmland from Development in 2025 In 2025, Skagit County’s Farmland Legacy Program protected four farmland properties, permanently safeguarding another 270 acres of prime agricultural soil.Protected properties were in Bow (40 acres, 83 acres) and Mount Vernon (40 acres, 107 acres). The
Notice of Skagit County Economic Development and Affordable Workforce Housing Grant Applications
PRESS RELEASEApril 17, 2026 ContactJenn RogersCommunications and Engagement Managerjrogers@co.skagit.wa.us360-416-1300 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENotice of Skagit County Economic Development and Affordable Workforce Housing Grant Applications Skagit County will begin accepting applications Friday, April 17, 2026, for grants to fund the construction of public facilities that retain and/or create family-wage jobs or affordable workforce housing projects, in accordance
Recruitment Marketing for Burlington-Area Businesses: How to Attract the Skilled Workers You Need
Recruitment marketing means applying the same strategies you'd use to win customers to the challenge of winning employees — identifying your ideal hire, reaching them where they are, and giving them a compelling reason to choose you. For businesses in the Mount Vernon-Anacortes area, that challenge is real: local employers compete for talent across industries as varied as Skagit Valley agriculture, Anacortes-area oil refining, healthcare, and maritime services. A thoughtful approach to recruitment
Why Tangible Mail Still Outperforms Digital-Only Marketing
Businesses across the Burlington Chamber of Commerce community are navigating an environment where inboxes overflow, screens fatigue buyers, and digital messages compete for seconds of attention. Direct mail re-enters the picture here—not as nostalgia, but as a high-trust, high-visibility channel that consistently delivers measurable outcomes. In brief: Direct mail produces stronger response rates than most digital-only campaigns Tangible mail creates trust and memorability Integrated
Building Right from the Start: A Burlington Guide to Small Business Success
Starting a small business in Burlington is exhilarating — and often overwhelming. Between managing finances, attracting customers, and staying compliant with regulations, it’s easy for new owners to trip up in ways that can delay growth or even derail success.This guide unpacks some of the most common mistakes small business owners make — and provides practical, experience-tested ways to avoid them.TL;DRTop 5 mistakes new business owners make:Skipping a written business plan.Ignoring cash flow
FEMA Hosts Webinars to Help Public Assistance Grant Portal Users Log-in Using Login.gov
FEMA Hosts Webinars to Help Public Assistance Grant Portal Users Log-in Using Login.gov Beginning January 26, all Grants Portal users must access their accounts through Login.gov. to obtain access. Users must use their Login.gov credentials with the same email address associated with their Grants Portal account. This change will provide a more streamlined and secure login process, ensuring compliance with federal standards and improving the overall user experience. Login.gov provides strong
From Growth to Goodbye: Knowing When to Sell Your Business
Selling your business can be one of the hardest — and smartest — decisions you’ll ever make. Whether you’ve built something from scratch or scaled a thriving enterprise, there comes a point when holding on may no longer align with your goals, your market, or your personal energy. You might be ready to sell your business if:Growth has plateaued and reinvestment feels forced.Market conditions are favorable for an exit.Your personal goals or energy no longer align with ownership.Financial or succession
A Small Business Owner’s Guide to Video Marketing That Works
Video isn’t the future anymore—it’s the present, and it’s knocking loudly on the doors of small businesses everywhere. What used to be the domain of glossy corporate campaigns is now accessible with a smartphone, a few editing tools, and a clear purpose. For business owners juggling budgets, schedules, and customer demands, video might seem like one more task on a crowded list. But used wisely, it doesn’t just check a box—it builds trust, expands reach, and breathes personality into a brand that words
