Community Action Hires New Community Engagement Director
Please join us in welcoming our new Community Engagement Director, Karsyn Hanson, to the Community Action of Skagit County team! Karsyn joins us with a passion for building meaningful relationships and strengthening connections throughout our community. In her role, she will lead our community engagement efforts, helping us expand partnerships, increase awareness of our mission, and support the important work we do alongside individuals and families throughout Skagit County. We are excited to have
Skagit County Superior Court Clerk's Office Announces Fee Changes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESkagit County Superior Court Clerk's Office Announces Fee Changes The Washington State Legislature has recently updated several fees administered by County Clerks. These revisions, outlined in House Bill 2543, must now be reflected in our fee schedule.Effective June 11, 2026Fee CategoryNew FeeNon‑certified copies$0.50 per page (electronic or paper)Exhibit photos$5 per photoDigital exhibit copies$25 per exhibitCopies on electronic storage medium$5 per storage
Applications for the Skagit County Planning Commission Being Taken
PRESS RELEASEJune 3, 2026 ContactJenn RogersCommunications and Engagement Managerjrogers@co.skagit.wa.us360-416-1300 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECall for Applications for the 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. In 2026, the Planning Commission will be working on the siting
Washington State Dept. of L&I adopted a 6.51% fee increase for programs involving trades
Hello,The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) adopted a 6.51% fee increase for programs involving the trades. This includes Contractor Registration, Electrical, Elevator, FAS and Plumber services.The fee increases take effect July 1. At the end of this notice is a list of areas in the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) the fee increase involves.About the fee increaseL&I examined several factors that led to the fee increase to cover operating expenses. This included needed services in
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
