Peoples Bank Launches “Pigs in Places” Treasure Hunt to Encourage Saving… and Giving Back With millions of Americans experiencing financial challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, this campaign aims to bring fun and joy to people during the Labor Day weekend. Continuing its tradition of encouraging people to give back to others while understanding…

Skagit Women’s Alliance & Network (SWAN) Woman of the Year Banquet Sponsorship Opportunities Skagit Women’s Alliance and Network (SWAN) has been celebrating and honoring Skagit County women for the last 37 years for their successes and contributions to the community as business leaders, innovators, and visionaries. Last year was an unprecedented year for all and…

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Skagit Valley Giant Pumpkin Festival at Christianson’s Nursery 2021 Skagit Valley Giant Pumpkin Festival and Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off, Saturday, September 18, 2021, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Christianson’s Nursery, 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon. Christianson’s Nursery is an official weigh-off site for the Giant Pumpkin Commonwealth (GPC), an international organization, who is sanctioned to submit…

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Alaska USA Foundation donates $35,000 to local nonprofits in Alaska, California and Washington With more than 17 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 families. Recently, they donated a total of $35,000 to local nonprofits in Alaska, California’s…

Investing to “do good” Many investors are tired of investing in companies that have unethical or costly business practices, and want to support companies that are making a positive difference. Such investors often cite a sense of inspiration around “doing good” socially and environmentally and want to align their values with their investing. This is where…

Camp Korey Named an Official Charity Partner of the 2021 TCS New York City Marathon Camp Korey was named an Official Charity Partner for the 2021 TCS New York City Marathon, taking place on November 7. This year serves as the 50th celebratory running of the marathon. Camp Korey will be among the more than…

SWAN Presents 2021 Women of the Year Banquet Skagit women’s Alliance and Networking (SWAN) will present in person the 2021 Women of the Year Banquet, taking place at the Swinomish Casino & Lodge on October 21, 2021. Skagit Women’s Alliance and Network (SWAN) has been celebrating and honoring Skagit County women for the last 37…

Heat of the Summer at Christianson’s Nursery Located in beautiful Skagit Valley, we offer a wide variety of common and uncommon plants, garden accessories, antiques, and gifts. Open daily 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. A mid-summer view of the Christianson home garden Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Russian Sage’ Images by Evan Smith August’s heat is here and…