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Nonvoted debt bill passes out of committee
A bill from state Rep. Dave Quall, D-Mount Vernon, requiring school boards to host public meetings before contracting nonvoted debt has passed out of committee. This means it’s one step closer…
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What’s in a name?
OLYMPIA--Rep. Jan Angel, R-Port Orchard, wants to change the name Washington State Ferries to the Washington State Marine Highway System.
While some legislators in Skagit County are dreaming…
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Answers to your dike, drainage and irrigation district election questions
With ballots for the Feb. 2 Dike, Drainage and Irrigation District elections stacking up in mailboxes across the county (see today’s print Skagit Valley Herald to read about one man who got ballots…
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Furney receives honor
Burlington-Edison senior kicker Andrew Furney has been considered a “white chip” prospect by the Seattle Times, meaning he is considered one of the top 100 football players in the state as…
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A beautiful view
Andrea Wight of Sedro-Woolley shares this beautiful view of Mount Baker. The following is from her e-mail:
“I was riding with my spouse, John. The sun happened to come out that morning…
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Rep. Bailey holds call-in town hall meeting Tuesday - updated
UPDATE: The conference call is Tuesday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m.
Republican state Rep. Barbara Bailey,…
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Lincoln Theatre hosts Haiti relief concert with Cambalache
With the horrifying disaster in Haiti leaving and estimated 50,000 people dead and millions more homeless, the Lincoln Theatre has decided to step up and do its part with the Haiti relief effort.
…
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Frequent critic of Fire Dist. 6 Commission to seek seat on it
Dave Smoots said today he will try for a third time to get a seat on the Fire District 6 Commission.
Current Commissioner Trevor Ford told his two fellow commissioners last week that he would…
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Freshman state Sen. from San Juan chairs new coastal caucus
After just one year in the Legislature, state Sen. Kevin Ranker has been elected to chair the newly formed Caucus of Coastal State Legislators.
“I obviously have a lot of experience…
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Area grocery stores make giving to Haiti recovery easier
Shoppers at four Skagit County grocery stores now have one more outlet to help the Haitians in their time of need.
Starting Saturday, shoppers at the following stores can make donations at…
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Legislation aims to save Main Street Program
Mount Vernon might be getting some help from a legislator in Longview.
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Are you a jerk?
This weekend I had the privilege of watching a group of teen boys who call themselves the Sesame Street Jerks "jerk" dance for a church congregation. A mix of hip-hop, breakdancing and improvisation, this…
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Sounding their trumpets
Pattie Pleas shared this photo of trumpeter swans in a field on the west side of Mount Vernon.
I asked her if this was taken on Fir Island, but Pattie said this in her e-mails:
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B-E letter and Jones’ response duel on who is to blame
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Nearly one week in, and what are your resolutions?
I made a few resolutions last year. I'm pretty sure one of them was find a new job and move out of Idaho: Check! I know another was to write more: Not so check. And another was to read 100 books I hadn't…
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Sheep eating breakfast
OK, so this isn't news. Sheep eat breakfast all the time. But this group on Fidalgo Island caught my eye because it appeared as if one was standing on another’s back. Or maybe it was standing on…
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Mad hatters wish you a Happy New Year!
The Skagit Publishing advertising and business department employees think the newsroom staff is way too serious and stiff.
They may have a point. When some ad reps tried to spread some holiday…
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Fish & Wildlife director issues statement on Concrete elk hunt
The head of the state Department of Fish and Wildlife released a statement this evening on the elk-hunting situation that occurred Saturday in Concrete, leading to an emergency shut-down of the season…
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MVHS senior to march in London New Year’s parade
Mount Vernon High School senior Collin Wagner will travel to London for New Year’s Day to march in the London New Year’s Day Parade.
Collin and about 600 other high school marching…
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Area ranks high for low incidence of terrorism, natural disasters, etc.
You can rest well tonight. The Skagit Valley ranked #19 on Farmer’s Insurance annual list of the top 20 most secure small towns to live in.
1. Lewiston, Idaho-Clarkston, Wash.
Top Jobs
Project Manager Assistant/ Grants Coordinator The Public Works Department of the Swinomish Tribal Community has an opening for a Project Manager Assistant/Grants Coordinator. The position will oversee assigned aspects of Tribal development projects and programs relating to their development, design, construction, inspection, and administration. 5 years of administrative experience, with at least two years work experience in an area related to work responsibilities. A high school diploma or equivalent is a must. Bachelor's Degree desired. Salary is up to $21.00 an hour with full benefits. Request a Swinomish Tribal Community application by calling (360) 466-1216 or e-mail to wbill@ swinomish.nsn.us Mail cover letter and resume along with the application to: Swinomish Tribal Community, Human Resource Office, 11404 Moorage Way, LaConner, WA. 98257
Cook for fast paced kitchen, must work clean, 1-3 shifts/week. Apply in person Thur. or Fri. 7-11am, Edison Cafe, 5797 Main St.
EXPERIENCED CASHIERS F/T and P/T positions available. Must be able to work nights & weekends. Competitive pay. 2 weeks paid vacation. Bonus plan after 6 months of employment. Apply in person at: Swinomish Chevron located near Northern Lights Casino
Advertising Director Skagit Publishing seeks an Advertising Director with a minimum of five years newspaper or multimedia experience and a proven track record of reaching goals and developing talent for its daily (18,000 Sunday), free and paid weeklies, niche and other products. We're looking for someone who can lead the Advertising staff and direct its overall success. Responsibilities include all aspects of advertising revenue generation; budgeting; and customer, employee and community relations. Key skills will include active participation in overall organizational development and strategic direction. Ability to motivate staff and lead them into the digital age will also be important. We are located in Skagit County in beautiful Northwest Washington near the water and mountains. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Send resume, reference and salary requirements to: Skagit Publishing Attn: Stacy De La O P.O. Box 578, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, or email sdelao@skagitpublishing.com. IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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P/T Office Cleaning. Exp. Required. Apply at 1404 Riverside, Suite G, MV
P/T cooks, day or night, 20 hrs. per week, Tues.-Sat. Empire Ale House, 314 W. Gates St., Mount Vernon. 360-336-9944
OFFICE ASSISTANT Superior organizational skills, professional with public, ability to prioritize and multi-task, proficient with Word, work in team-based environment, additional hours during summer season. Min. of 2 yrs exp. in similar position. F/T M-F 8-5 and 1 or 2 Sat. per mo, 9-2. $10.50/hr. Raises and benefits avail. in 3 mo. Submit cover letter with resume to: HR Dept., PO Box 822, Anacortes, WA 98221
Bilingual Apartment Maintenance Worker needed for affordable farm worker apartments. Must have two years experience, be personable and professional, and have valid WA State drivers license, insurance and reliable vehicle. Send resume to Almap@ccsww.org or call 360-424-3883
