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Skagit Valley College names Kathleen Petrzelka executive director of SVC Foundation Skagit Valley College recently named Kathleen Petrzelka as the executive director of SVC Foundation. She began her role on January 2.     “Kathleen’s brings a wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of the intricacies of philanthropy,” said Anne Clark, vice president of college advancement.…

Homebuying Class presented by RWM Home Loans and The Muljat Group Join us for an informative and fun Homebuyer Class at Coconut Kenny’s in Burlington, WA! Whether your 2024 goals list included becoming a homeowner or you are curious about the process, this in-person event is perfect for you. Nickole and Jed will guide you through the…

City of Mount Vernon “Sprouting Knowledge” Transformer Wrap Project The City of Mount Vernon’s Arts Commission is proud to sponsor the Transformer Wrap Project. It is an opportunity to create an artistic wrap for the large transformer that will be at the entrance to the parking garage connected to the new Library Commons project. The…

Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County’s Annual Breakfast presented by TRICO Is Back Once Again! This March, The Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County is hosting their Annual Breakfast once again. They have hosted their Annual Breakfast for over 20 years, with a few years hosted virtually and this event has become a…

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Mount Vernon Mayor Hires Steve Sexton Mayor Peter Donovan has announced that he will be hiring Burlington Mayor Steve Sexton to fill the role of Special Projects Manager in the City of Mount Vernon Mayor’s Office. Sexton resigned from his part-time mayoral position, effective February 23rd, at a Burlington City Council meeting Thursday evening. The…

Dr. Carl Bruner appointed to the Skagit Valley College Board of Trustees Washington Gov. Jay Inslee appointed Dr. Carl Bruner, of Mount Vernon, to the Skagit Valley College Board of Trustees. Bruner joins Trustees Mariko Doerner, Ozell Jackson III, Flora Perez-Lucatero, and Megan Scott O’Bryan.  His appointment is effective February 2024 and runs through September…

Camp Korey, a SeriousFun Camp, Announces New CEO Camp Korey, a leading provider of transformative camp experiences for children living with life-altering medical conditions, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dan Worra as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Worra brings a wealth of leadership experience to Camp Korey, having served in the US…

Barron KARES launched to support nonprofits with donations, exposure A commitment to sharing kindness and appreciation throughout Northwest Washington has sparked Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing to launch a new program, Barron KARES. Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing will shine a spotlight each month on a different charity or non-profit organization that holds…