Phase 2 – Mount Vernon Parks and Enrichment Services Department With the approval of Skagit County moving to Phase 2 of the Governor’s Reopening Plan on Friday, June 5, 2020 the Mount Vernon Parks and Enrichment Services Department is excited to open up certain facilities to the community.  Thank you for your patience as the…

Northwest Youth Services COVID-19 Emergency Funding Match Campaign This summer we are raising emergency funds to support young people who are struggling to stabilize as a result of COVID-19. This effort is being matched, dollar for dollar (up to $10K), by the Jerry H. Walton Foundation. Vulnerable populations, such as the unhoused or young adults…

EDASC, City of Mount Vernon now accepting microenterprise grant applications EDASC, City of Mount Vernon now accepting microenterprise grant applications MOUNT VERNON — A Community Development Block Grant providing up to $10,000 to microenterprise owners impacted by COVID-19 and located within Mount Vernon city limits is now accepting applications. A total of $100,000 in grant…

36th Annual SICBA Golf Tournament

A Virtual Rosy Day “In” Presented by Christianson’s Nursery We have waited until now to see if there was a possibility to host an in-person or hybrid form of the Christianson’s Rose Festival, but Governor Inslee’s Phase 2 doesn’t allow it to be held in its traditional form. And, although that is disappointing, we do have…

Drive-Thru Hiring Events Revolutionize Hiring During Pandemic Apply Without Leaving Your Car ________________ Mount Vernon, WA – As states loosen closure orders for businesses, companies are looking to replenish their workforce while facing the dilemma of how to safely interview candidates. As hiring experts, several Express Employment Professionals offices are stepping in to help with…

Bartenders, Barbers, and Stylists to receive free oil changes offered by Gateway Automotive Bill Orsborn calls them the “forgotten ones;” bartenders and hairdressers who have been severely impacted by a loss of income due to COVID 19. That’s why he’s offering a free oil change to anyone in those professions at any Gateway Automotive location…

Mayor Boudreau to Serve on Legislative Committee Mayor Boudreau has accepted an invitation to serve on the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Legislative Priorities Committee. The Mayor was appointed by AWC President Ed Stern on June 1st because of her valued participation on other AWC committees. The Legislative Priorities Committee exists to develop and review…

Apply now for Summer Quarter at Skagit Valley College Now is the time to apply for Summer Quarter at Skagit Valley College! Classes start July 6. Visit www.skagit.edu/summer-2020 for resources and information to get you started. Enjoy hands-on learning and labs in several of our career programs as well as a welcoming and supportive online…

NW Innovation Resource Center Announces Launch of Amazon Catalyst Competition to Discover and Reward Big Ideas around Food Supply Chain in the City of Mount Vernon Mount Vernon residents are encouraged to submit their proposals for the chance to win up to $10,000 in prizes June 1, 2020 MOUNT VERNON–Today, the NW Innovation Resource Center…