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Amaya’s amazing shot
A few days ago, we posted an item about Mount Vernon High School…
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Mount Vernon grad Amaya has a big night against Western in exhibition game
Mount Vernon graduate Tyler Amaya had some big nights while playing basketball for Western Washington University.
None of them were as big as the evening he had Thursday while suiting up for…
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Skagit Speedway to build supercross track
Supercross is about to become a permanent fixture at Skagit Speedway.
Funtime Promotions, the parent company of Skagit Speedway, revealed on the Skagit Speedway Web site on Wednesday that…
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Wine for the holidays (or every day)
This article on the Seattle P-I Web site caught my eye the other day. While there's definitely a place for exquisite, expensive wine…
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MVPD, school crossing guard give tips to keep kids safe at intersections
Lori Valgardson has been working as a crossing guard for the Mount Vernon School District off and on for about nine years. By now she’s probably seen it all.
Crossing guards help students…
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Keeping warm outside (and in)
It's cold in the Skagit Publishing office building. Very cold. I have considered digging up my fingerless gloves and wearing them at my computer station. I can't find them in my house — otherwise…
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Connecting boat haven with downtown
Better linkage between the Cap Sante Boat Haven and downtown businesses has been an ongoing topic for port commissioner candidates during the election forums. Here's an idea from Roger Born, who's been…
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Breaking down the playoff scenarios
Here’s a quick look at the football playoff scenarios for local teams.
Class 4A: Stanwood is still alive here, but the Spartans’ road to a state berth may be as hard as…
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La Conner mayor in candidate forum kerfuffle
Last week’s La Conner Town Council candidate forum didn’t end with police showing up. That’s what happened four years ago, according two current council members who were there.
…
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Haggling: Are you saving a buck or just being a jerk?
I'm generally not comfortable with haggling. I'm just not good at it. In the few situations I've been in where it's not only acceptable but expected to negotiate a price, I always come out feeling like…
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La Conner Town Council candidate thanks town for support after minor stroke
La Conner Town Council candidate Cindy Tracey said by phone today that she had a minor…
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Wash. wants you in the holiday ‘spirit’
This just in...
The state Liquor Control Board has a strategy for offsetting the budget deficit. It’s opening special liquor gift shops in four different malls (but not ours) just in…
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Plenty of customers at Skagit’s only bikini barista stand
Business is good at the Foxy Lady Latte "bikini barista" stand on Old Highway 99 near Cook Road north of Burlington.
"Every day on my shift alone I get 10 new customers in addition to my regulars,"…
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SW Council stars in video
I haven't gotten to watch it yet, but video from last night's Sedro-Woolley City Council meeting is now Continue Reading »
Compton, Dahl face off for the first time as football coaches
When the La Conner and Orcas Island football teams meet, it will be the first time Mike Compton and Dennis Dahl have squared off against each other as football head coaches, but hardly the first time they’ve…
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Skateboarding has no age limit in La Conner
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Photo by Ayla Smith of http://www.redaisy.com
B.J. Carol avoided the sheriff's blotter when posing for a photo near the La Conner Senior Center…
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Sen. Patty Murray holds online health insurance reform chat
From U.S. Sen. Patty Murray's office:
(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Wednesday, October 14th, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) will join Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius…
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Vacation time, and how to do it better
Apologies for the lengthy absence! I had my first five-day stretch off of work in almost a year and I was on the road for most of it. I got to see a part of the country I've never clapped eyes on (from…
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Burlington attorney suggests City Council pay cut
City department heads have thought up ways to save money by cutting their own pay and that of their employees. Now, City Attorney Scott Thomas is asking his bosses to give up some of their salaries.
BMW Oracle Racing ships mystery parts
Photo by Gilles Martin-Raget / BMW ORACLE Racing
Wondering what was inside the huge shrink-wrapped packages shipped out of Anacortes this weekend? Well, I can only call them "components."…
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Youth Center Staff Supervisor The Swinomish Tribal Community Recreation/ Prevention Department is looking for a dynamic and competent individual who is experienced as a Youth Center Staff Supervisor. The Youth Center Supervisor plans, and does the total duties of a Prevention/Recreation Assistant. This position provides leadership to the other assistants when the Coordinator is out of the office. The Swinomish Tribal Community is a positive and friendly work environment. This is a full-time position with full health insurance benefits. Salary is DOQ. Request a Swinomish Tribal Community application and Job Description by calling 360-466-1216 or e-mail wbill@swinomish.nsn.us. Return cover letter, resume, and application to Wayne Bill, Human Resource Director as soon as possible. Send application packet to; Swinomish Tribal Community, Human Resource Office, 11404 Moorage Way, LaConner, WA. 98257
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REFINERY OPERATOR Tesoro is currently seeking to fill the position of Refinery Operator at its Anacortes facility. An Operator monitors and controls refinery process equipment while working a rotating 12-hour shift, often outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. This can be a physically/mentally challenging job requiring mechanical ability and a basic understanding of physical sciences and chemistry. In addition, candidates must possess a positive work ethic, good communications and teamworking skills and have the willingness to take personal responsibility for the safety of themselves and others. Along with a dynamic work environment, Tesoro offers an excellent compensation and benefits package. Starting wage will be $21.38 per hour that will initially increase to $25.59 after successful completion of training. Employment applications (one application per person) can be obtained at the Work Source Skagit, 2005 E. College Way, in Mount Vernon during the hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on November 24, 25, and 30, 2009, or until a maximum of 300 applications has been distributed. No applications will be faxed or mailed. You must apply in person. All applicants will be tested on Saturday, December 5, 2009, for basic skills and aptitude. Additional information will be provided with the application. Telephone inquiries and mail-in applications will not be accepted. Successful candidates for employment will be required to pass a substance abuse screening (drug and alcohol), physical agility tests, and complete a physical exam. Tesoro Refining and Marketing Company 10200 W. March Point Rd. Anacortes, WA 98221 Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
