Skagit County Commisoners to Interview County Commissioner District 3 Candidates
PRESS RELEASEDecember 23, 2025 ContactJenn Rogers, Communications Managerjrogers@co.skagit.wa.us360-416-1300 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESkagit County Commissioners to Interview County Commissioner District 3 Candidates Skagit County Commissioner Lisa Janicki has announced her retirement effective January 2, 2026. Commissioner Janicki’s current term representing District 3 ends on December 31, 2026. With the decision to retire before the end of her elected term, a
Disaster Assistance Centers
12/23/2025 12:15 PM Disaster Assistance Centers will be available in two locations between 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM this coming Sunday & Monday, December 28 & 29: Burlington Parks & Recreation Building 900 E. Fairhaven Avenue Hamilton Town Hall 584 Maple Street A number of relief-related organizations will be on hand to assist in linking households affected by the flood with resources for recovery. Please contact Skagit Flood Assistance Hotline at 360-416-2090 with any questions. View Skagit
SR 20 North Cascade Hwy MP 171-184 Closure Update
A message to North Cascades enthusiasts,State Route 20 closed for the season on December 4 between Ross Dam trailhead (milepost 134) and Silver Star gate (milepost 171). On December 10, intense rain and wind led to multiple mudslides and flooding of the Little Boulder Creek, which forced the closure of the highway from Silver Star to milepost 184.This closure between milepost 171 and 184 is for safety. This is a complex event, and we are working ahead of winter snowstorms to restore Little Boulder Creek
Letters announcing opening of YMCA's Oasis Teen Shelter January1,2026
Dear Skagit Y Friends and Partners, I am delighted to share that the Skagit Valley Family YMCA’s Oasis Youth Shelter received final DCYF license approval yesterday, and we will proudly reopen services on January 1, 2026. Please see the note below from our Shelter Manager for additional details. As you may know, the Skagit Y has operated the Oasis Youth Shelter since 2002 within what is now our Social Impact (Youth Housing) division. In the fall of 2024, we embarked on a complete rebuild—resulting in a $4
Updates on SBA Flood Disaster Assistance
Seattle District Office Updates on SBA Flood Disaster AssistanceDecember 18, 2025 What to Know About the SBA Disaster Loan ProgramWith recent flooding and mudslides, we are receiving many inquiries related to SBA Disaster Assistance. Below are key pieces of information to know at this time:Before SBA Disaster Loans can be made available, an Individual Assistance disaster declaration must be made.There are different types of SBA Disaster Loans so a declaration will determine the type of
Contractor Flood-Repair Scams: L& I ProtectMyHome.net can help
Watch out for contractor flood-repair scams: L&I’s ProtectMyHome.net can helpDec. 17, 2025#25-34TUMWATER — The recent historic floods will require major cleanup efforts. Unfortunately, that also brings the risk of shady contractors who make promises and take money for work they never intend to do. The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is warning homeowners to safeguard against contractor scams by using ProtectMyHome.net.Vea abajo para esta información en español.L&I’s ProtectMyHome.net
Cuidado con las estafas de los contratistas que ofrecen reparaciones por inundaciones: ProtejoMiHoga
###Cuidado con las estafas de los contratistas que ofrecen reparaciones por inundaciones: ProtejoMiHogar.net de L&I puede ayudarle17 de diciembre de 2025 #25-34TUMWATER — Las recientes inundaciones históricas requieren importantes esfuerzos de limpieza. Desafortunadamente, esto también trae consigo el riesgo de que aparezcan contratistas poco fiables
Skagit Valley College announces SVC men’s basketball coach Carl Howell reaches 500 career wins
Follow SVC: Twitter, @SVCCollege | Facebook and Instagram, @SkagitValleyCollege Caption: Head Coach Carl Howell, SVC men's basketballHED: SVC men’s basketball coach Carl Howell reaches 500 career wins — fastest in NWAC History MOUNT VERNON, Wash. — Skagit Valley College men’s basketball head coach Carl Howell has reached a historic milestone, earning his 500th career victory with the Cardinals’ win over Centralia College on Dec. 12, 2025. With the achievement, Howell becomes the fastest coach in
Peoples Bank Anuncia la Promoción de Marco Zamora a Representante de Préstamos Hipotecari 12/18/2025
Peoples Bank Anuncia la Promoción de Marco Zamora a Representante de Préstamos Hipotecarios. Para publicación inmediata, 16 de diciembre de 2025. Bellingham, WA — Peoples Bank se enorgullece en anunciar la promoción de Marco Zamora al cargo de Representante de Préstamos Hipotecarios en el Centro Financiero Barkley en Bellingham, Washington. Marco Zamora tiene más de cinco años de experiencia en la industria de servicios financieros. Nativo de Bellingham, Marco cuenta con una licenciatura en Marketing
Skagit County announces Free Flood Debris for Skagit County Households
PRESS RELEASEDecember 17, 2025 ContactJenn Rogers, jrogers@co.skagit.wa.us360-416-1300 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFree Flood Debris Disposal for Skagit County HouseholdsThis notice has been updated to reflect the correct hours for the Sauk Transfer Station. The Sauk facility is not closed and is open for normal business hours. Skagit County households affected by recent flooding can begin to dispose of debris for free on Friday, December 19th, at the Skagit County Recycling and Transfer
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Flood Debris Disposal: 12/19/2025
DIVISION NEWS Free Flood Debris Disposal for Skagit County Households Skagit County households affected by recent flooding can begin to dispose of debris for free on Friday, December 19th, at the Skagit County Recycling and Transfer Station, located at 14104 Ovenell Road in Mount Vernon. The site operates Monday through Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The facility will be closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. Items accepted at the transfer station for free by households affected by
Flood Warning Issued for Skagit County, Major Flood Expected 2/10/2025
Flood Warning Issued for Skagit County, Major Flood Expected The U.S. National Weather Service has upgraded Skagit County near Concrete from a Flood Watch to a Flood Warning, effective from 10:15 p.m. Monday, December 8th, until further notice. As of 5:00 a.m. this morning, December 9th, the Skagit River near Concrete is predicted to crest at 4:00 p.m. this evening at 32.62 feet. A second crest is predicted on the Skagit River in Concrete on Thursday, December 11th, at 10:00 a.m. at 36.98 feet. The Skagit
HISTORIC FLOODING PREDICTED FOR SKAGIT COUNTY, UPRIVER COMMUNITIES RECOMMENDED TO EVACUATE
PRESS RELEASEDecember 10, 2025 ContactDepartment of Emergency Managementdem@co.skagit.wa.us(360) 416-2090 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEHistoric Flooding Predicted for Skagit County, Upriver Communities Recommended to Evacuate The U.S. National Weather Service is predicting historic flooding for Skagit County. Upriver communities, including Rockport, Hamilton, Marblemount, and Concrete, are recommended to evacuate to high ground as soon as possible. All residents living in the 100-year
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Skagit County to Close Non-Essential Services on December 11, 2025, Due to Flooding:12/10/2025
Skagit County to Close Non-Essential Services on December 11, 2025, Due to Flooding Due to ongoing flooding and hazardous conditions throughout the region, Skagit County will be closing all non-essential government services, including all District Court and Superior Court services on Thursday, December 11, 2025. This decision has been made to ensure the safety of our employees and residents, and to allow emergency response teams the ability to focus on critical operations. County officials are closely
Skagit County Solid Waste Rates to INcrease Jan. 1, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESkagit County Solid Waste Rates to Increase January 1, 2026 The Skagit County Solid Waste rates at each transfer station will increase starting January 1, 2026. Skagit County conducted a rate study in 2024 to ensure rates stay solvent as costs for long-haul transport and other operational needs continue to rise.The Solid Waste division is funded entirely by disposal and user fees, and is not
Northstar Recognized with Project of Impact Award
December 4, 2025 info@northstarskagit.org North Star Recognized with Project of Impact Award North Star Project of Impact Award Last month, North Star was honored with a Project of Impact award from the Washington State Association of
NW Plus Credit Union Announces $10,000 Goal for 2025 Hunger Heroes Fundraiser
Everett, WA (November 17, 2025) - NW Plus Credit Union announces it has set a goal of raising more than $10,000 for local food banks and pantries this year during its annual Hunger Heroes fundraiser. NW Plus CU will accept cash donations from members from November 17 - January 2, 2026. For every new member that opens an account during that timeframe, NW Plus CU will contribute $50 to Hunger Heroes. Checks will be distributed to community partners in January. “Our mission has always been to bring humanity
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
