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- Letters to the Editor, November 11, 2009 (25 comments)
- Letters to the Editor, November 13, 2009 (16 comments)
- Letters to the Editor, November 17, 2009 (9 comments)
- Peas deserve their spot in Skagit farmland (5 comments)
- If officials fail, people speak with their votes (2 comments)
- Letters to the Editor, November 18, 2009 (1 comments)
- Letters to the Editor, November 15, 2009 (1 comments)
- Saturday Soapbox, November 14, 2009 (1 comments)
Editorials
- Tough times, but time to focus on what’s important - Anacortes American
- A money-saving stand against North Sound - Skagit Valley Herald
- Peas deserve their spot in Skagit farmland - Skagit Valley Herald
- Mayor uniquely positioned to make an even bigger difference - Anacortes American
- Bless those who choose to serve - Skagit Valley Herald
- If officials fail, people speak with their votes - Skagit Valley Herald
- Defeat of I-1033 doesn’t mean Eyman goes away - Skagit Valley Herald
- Election was civil, focused and good for community - Anacortes American
- Budget process should align with priorities - Skagit Valley Herald
- Bob Hyde can be a difference-maker on the School Board - Anacortes American
Columns
- Terry’s Take: That big gap in sales tax revenue means a huge drop in spending here
- Back in the day in Anacortes, Nov. 18, 2009
- Back in the day in Anacortes, Nov. 11, 2009
- Back in the day in Anacortes, Nov. 4, 2009
- Back in the day in Anacortes, Oct. 28, 2009
- Back in the day in Anacortes, Oct. 21, 2009
- Back in the day in Anacortes, Oct. 14, 2009
- Back in the Day in Anacortes, Oct. 14, 2009
- Back in the day in Anacortes, Oct. 7, 2009
- Back in the day in Anacortes, Sept. 30, 2009
Saturday Soapbox
- Saturday Soapbox, November 14, 2009
- Saturday Soapbox, November 7, 2009
- Saturday Soapbox, October 31, 2009
- Saturday Soapbox, October 17, 2009
- Saturday Soapbox, October 10, 2009
- Saturday Soapbox, September 5, 2009
- Saturday Soapbox, August 8, 2009
- Saturday Soapbox, August 1, 2009
- Saturday Soapbox, July 25, 2009
- Saturday Soapbox, Feb. 7, 2009
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Top Jobs
Established medical office seeks Medical Records Clerk/Receptionist. Must be flex. Position also covers sick & vacation days. You must have computer, customer service and professional telephone skills. Applicant must be neat in appearance, pleasant, reliable, organized, energetic and able to multi-task. Previous medical exp. is helpful but not nec. Send resume to: bonniec-mvwc @verizon.net or File #676 c/o Skagit Valley Herald, PO Box 578, Mount Vernon, WA 98273.
LIVE-IN CAREGIVER. Room and board furnished. Clean, cook, secretarial, farm management. Integrity required. 360-873-9600
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
STYLIST for AVEDA SALON AND SPA. Commission. 1019 Cleveland St., MV 336-2985
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
LIVE-IN CAREGIVER. Room and board furnished. Clean, cook, secretarial, farm management. Integrity required. 360-873-9600
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
STYLIST for AVEDA SALON AND SPA. Commission. 1019 Cleveland St., MV 336-2985
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
