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Here’s a selection of some of the most recent photo submissions by our readers showcasing the varying landscapes and interesting features of our unique part of the world. It goes without saying that the submission of pictures by our readers is much appreciated. In the interest of safety, make sure to mind your picture-taking surroundings and keep you and your group out of harm’s way at all ...
Two new million-dollar skate parks driven by community interest, support
In addition to the bowl, the revamped Ben Root Skate Park in Anacortes also has a pump track. (Finn Wendt/Cascadia Daily News) Whatcom and Skagit County skateboarding communities have been asking for new skate parks for decades. Unlock exclusive Cascadia Daily News subscription discounts, like 50% off an annual subscription!
Business Briefly
Small business roundtable coming to county The Governor's Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance is partnering with the Economic Development Alliance of Skagit County on a small business regulatory roundtable. The goal is for such groups as small business owners, tribal and community leaders, local government officials and the public to discuss how policies and systems may be updated to better support small businesses. ...
Troopers investigate deadly single-car crash in Skagit County
BURLINGTON, Wash. - The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is investigating a deadly car crash that occurred near Burlington Thursday night. According to the WSP, at about 9:31 p.m., troopers responded to reports of a single-car crash on southbound Interstate 5 at milepost 230. Troopers arrived and found a Sedro-Woolley woman,...
Population Health Trust seeks award nominees
The Population Health Trust is seeking nominations for its Skagit Change Maker Award and Community Champion Award. The awards will be presented at the annual Powerful Partnerships event on Oct. 3 at McIntyre Hall. “Skagit County has a long, rich history of people supporting the community,” Thomas Boucher of North Coast Credit Union said in a news release. “Powerful Partnerships reflects the leaders and organizations working every day on some...
New office at Howard Miller Steelhead Park under construction
ROCKPORT — Major upgrades are in progress or in the works at Howard Miller Steelhead Park. The park is named in honor of Howard Miller, who was born in Skagit County and served as a Skagit County Commissioner for 16 years, and was responsible for purchasing the park’s initial 15 acres in 1966. The cramped, cabin-like structure serving as the park’s office for decades is in the process of being ...
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