WECU Awards $125,000 to Educational Programs in Whatcom and Skagit Counties
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact:Keith Mader, WECU360-756-7709keith.mader@wecu.com WECU Awards $125,000 to Educational Programs in Whatcom and Skagit CountiesBELLINGHAM, WA (September 9, 2025) – WECU is excited to announce the recipients of its Education First Grant Program, which provides a total of $125,000 in funding over two years. These grants will empower organizations that are making a tangible impact on the lives of individuals and families in Whatcom and Skagit Counties. The four recipients of this
SVC instructor Sunaina Virendra with the class of 2025 BAS Management cohort
HED: Skagit Valley College instructor Sunaina Virendra named as Northwest Accreditation Commission Fellow for 2025-26 Mount Vernon, WASH. — Skagit Valley College (SVC) is proud to announce that SVC instructor, Sunaina Virendra, has been selected as a fellow in the Northwest Accreditation Commission’s Higher Education Leadership and Innovation Fellowship for 2025-26. Virendra serves as department chair for the college’s applied bachelor’s programs in management and healthcare management. This prestigious
Peoples Bank Announces the Return of the Great Peoples Bank Pig Search
Bellingham, WA — Peoples Bank is pleased to announce the highly anticipated return of the Great Peoples Bank Pig Search, an engaging community initiative designed to bring fun and financial empowerment to residents across Washington State. Beginning August 29, 2025, the event will feature the placement of 500 piggy banks, each containing $10 in cash, hidden near the Bank’s 23 branch locations. This unique campaign, previously highlighted on KIRO 7 News, demonstrates Peoples Bank’s continuous dedication to
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
