Skagit Valley College highlights basketball players Camryn Kerr and Sylas Williams
Mount Vernon, Wash. – Skagit Valley College (SVC) celebrates the notable contributions of student-athletes Camryn Kerr and Sylas Williams, who have demonstrated excellence in both academics and athletics during their time with the Cardinals. Their leadership on the court and commitment to their studies have made them standouts within the program. Camryn Kerr: Leadership and Dedication For the past two seasons, Camryn Kerr has been a driving force for the SVC women’s basketball team, serving as a two-year
Notice of Skagit County Economic Development Grant Applications
Skagit County will begin accepting applications today for economic development grants to fund the construction of public facilities that retain and/or create family-wage jobs or affordable workforce housing projects, in accordance with RCW 82.14.370. The deadline for submittal is April 25, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Application materials are available at www.skagitcounty.net/budgetfinance. Entities may apply for funds for multiple projects. Skagit County anticipates approximately $4,000,000 will be available for
Burlington-Edison High School to bring ABBA electricity to the stage with MAMMA MIA!
Burlington, WA – 02/25/2025 – Get ready for some frolicking fun as Burlington-Edison High School presents the hit musical MAMMA MIA!, featuring the timeless music of ABBA, the weekends of March 20-22 and 26-29 at 6pm - with 1pm Matinees March 22 and 29 and a special Sing-Along Show March 28. All performances are in the high school’s Cafetorium/PAC at 301 N. Burlington Blvd. MAMMA MIA! tells the story of Sophie, a young woman preparing for her wedding on a Greek island paradise. Determined to discover the
Skagit Valley Hospital to Host Ribbon-Cutting Event for New Breast Milk Drop Location
Mount Vernon, WA – Skagit Regional Health invites the community to a ribbon-cutting ceremony and educational event celebrating the new breast milk drop location at Skagit Valley Hospital. The event takes place on Tuesday, March 18, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Family Birth Center lobby on the hospital’s third floor. Attendees can enjoy light refreshments following the ribbon-cutting celebration. Additionally, from 5 to 5:30 p.m., the public is invited to attend learning sessions about the breast milk
Guemes Island Ferry Haul-Out, Passenger Only Service to Begin March 15th
The next scheduled haul-out of the Guemes Island ferry will be March 15 through April 29, 2025. The Board of Skagit County Commissioners signed Resolution R20240249 on November 25, 2024 awarding the haul-out bid to Nichols Brothers Boat Builders for $1,629,837.95. The final car ferry sailing to Guemes Island will depart Anacortes at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, March 14th with return service to Anacortes approximately eight minutes later. Passenger-only service will begin at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 15th. There
Legendary coach Steve Epperson to be inducted into NWAC Hall of Fame
Mount Vernon, Wash. – Skagit Valley College (SVC) announces that Steve Epperson, former women’s basketball coach and a cornerstone of the college’s athletic program, will be inducted into the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony is scheduled for June 5 at Angel of the Winds Casino, located on the land of the Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians. Epperson’s career in coaching spans more than 40 years, marking him as a key figure in community college athletics. During his
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Avenue Catering Enterprises Launches New Online Store: Fresh-Food2U.com
[Burlington, WA] - Avenue Catering Enterprises is thrilled to announce the launch of its new online store, Fresh-Food2U.com. This innovative platform allows customers to order their favorite dishes anytime for convenient delivery or pickup. The initial menu features Avenue Catering’s most beloved offerings, including:Baked pasta dishesButter baked chicken breastFlank steakBox lunchesCustomers can now enjoy the flexibility of ordering online at their convenience or continue to place orders by calling (360)
Chinook Enterprises Celebrates 45 Years of Impact with Community Event
Mount Vernon, WA – Chinook Enterprises is marking a major milestone with “45 Years of Impact: The Story of Chinook,” an unforgettable event celebrating nearly five decades of creating employment and community engagement opportunities for individuals with disabilities and other barriers. The event will take place on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Swinomish Casino & Lodge in Anacortes, WA.This evening of celebration and fundraising will showcase Chinook’s rich history and the impact of its
Birch Bay Aims at GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Attempt for Polar Bear Plunge
Birch Bay, WA – February 27, 2025 – The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Blaine Birch Bay Park and Recreation District 2 and Bellingham/Whatcom County Tourism, is thrilled to announce a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS attempt for the largest Polar Bear Dip. The event will take place on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2026, on the stunning shoreline of Birch Bay. The current world record of 1,799 participants was set in Mielno, Poland, on the Baltic Sea in 2015. Birch Bay’s 43rd Annual Polar Bear Plunge
Skagit Valley College raises more than $135,000 to support student-athletes
Mount Vernon, WA — Skagit Valley College hosted its 22nd Annual Athletic Auction on Feb. 1 and raised more than $135,000 in support of student-athletes and the athletics program at SVC. Nearly 300 attendees participated in the auction, setting a new record for the event which was held at the Swinomish Casino and Lodge. The auction benefits student scholarships and operational costs for SVC’s nine athletic teams and 160 student-athletes. A key moment of the evening featured student-athletes Amare Jackson,
Skagit Valley College men's basketball clinches north division championship
Mount Vernon, Wash. – The Skagit Valley College (SVC) men’s basketball team has secured the North Division Championship with an undefeated 12-0 record in league play (26-1 overall). This marks the team’s first unanimous division title since 2014. The Cardinals have held the number one ranking in the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) for six consecutive weeks. With one game remaining in the regular season, the team is preparing for the NWAC Championship Tournament. Notable Achievements Sylas Williams is
CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival Early Bird All-Access Passes On Sale Until March 20
CASCADIA International Women's Film Festival announces the Early Bird All-Access Pass for the ninth annual festival on sale now until March 20 here: https://ciwff2025.eventive.org/welcome. CASCADIA’s festival place this year from April 24-27 and showcases exceptional work by women directors from around the world. The online festival follows from May 1-11, 2025. The pass includes general admission with priority seating to all in-person film screenings at Pickford Film Center, general admission to the Honored
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
Temporary Event Vendor Training - Skagit County Public Health
