Skagit Valley College offering Workforce programs with some face-to-face learning experiences We’re Here for You! Skagit Valley College is pleased to announce that we are offering you many new options for Fall Quarter taught by our trained, experienced online instructors. Classes start Tuesday, September 22 and registration is going on now! It’s not too late…

Community Action Helps People Keep their Homes Community Action of Skagit County has several emergency funding sources to help people who are at risk of eviction. The Eviction Prevention Program will be active Sept. 2 and will run as long as funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The intention of this emergency funding…

Local author, philanthropist starts podcast to share hope and inspiration Intrigued by stories of how people overcome life’s hurdles, Kelly Schols, interviews a diverse guest list on his new podcast, Never by the Book. “I’ve always been curious about why some people overcome hardship while others stay stuck,” said Schols. “There are many factors at…

Peoples Bank Contributes $10,000 to the Opportunity Council Grant will support programs aimed at making just and equitable communities a reality for everyone. Peoples Bank has made a $10,000 grant to the Opportunity Council, a Community Action agency whose mission is to help people improve their lives through education, support, and direct assistance while advocating…

Alaska USA Federal Credit Union donates $45,000 to local nonprofits Supporting the people and organizations that are passionately dedicated to improving communities is a shared responsibility. With more than 16 years of service to the community, the Alaska USA Foundation is committed to organizations that assist children, veterans, and active duty military members and their…

Lithtex NW is hiring a part-time Digital Production Specialist Lithtex NW is looking for a part-time Digital Production Specialist at our Mount Vernon facility. This position will help with digital printing and binding operations, approximately 4 hours per day. Experience with digital printing, blueprints, computers, and customer service is helpful but not required. We are willing…

Skagit Valley College Basic Education for Adults program to offer English Language Acquisition information sessions We’re Here for You! Skagit Valley College’s Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) program is committed to your success as we continue to adjust our programs and instruction online. There are a number of resources available to you such as laptop…

Annual SWIB Scholarship Awards Event Goes Virtual 2020 Virtual SWIB Spring Fling Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2020 Time: 6:30 pm Where: Online Zoom Event Cost to attend the online event: $20 Link to Purchase Tickets: https://skagitwomeninbusiness.com/store/spring-fling Please join the members of Skagit Women in Busines as we award scholarships to nine deserving local women who…

Here’s a sneak peek… Skagit Habitat for Humanity’s VIRTUAL Raise the Roof Auction! With all of the stress in today’s world, wouldn’t it be nice to eat free dessert once a month?  The Dessert for a Year Prize will deliver just that!   All of Skagit Habitat for Humanity’s finest bakers are coming together to make delicious…

Mayor Boudreau Elected to AWC Board of Directors The Association of Washington Cities (AWC) announced that Mount Vernon Mayor Jill Boudreau was recently elected to its Board of Directors. “Those of us who serve know the power of local government to make people’s lives better,” said Boudreau. “AWC is a respected voice in Olympia and…