Member Announcements
Garry Priam and Diventa Solutions LLC Named Finalists for Bellingham Chamber Business of the Year Awards Garry Priam and Diventa Solutions LLC are finalists for the Bellingham Regional Chamber’s Solo & Small Team Business of the Year Award. Founded by Garry Priam in Sedro-Woolley, Skagit County, Diventa Solutions has been part of the Whatcom County…
Habitat for Humanity of Island County Awarded Peoples Bank’s $25,000 Impact Grant Habitat for Humanity of Island County has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Peoples Bank Impact Grant, receiving $25,000 to help purchase a new construction truck that will expand the organization’s ability to serve homeowners and families across Whidbey and Camano…
SR 536 Skagit River Bridge to close Nov. 1 in both directions for at least two weeks in Mount Vernon
Westside Bridge Traffic to Be Restored Before Thanksgiving Full closure will expedite completion of painting, preservation work MOUNT VERNON – Beginning Sunday, Nov. 1, the State Route 536 Skagit River/Division Street Bridge will close in both directions to all passenger and freight vehicles for at least two weeks. The full closure will allow contractor crews…
Mount Vernon Rotary Club 28th Annual Benefit Dinner and Auction Join us for an exhilarating evening featuring lively auctions, good food and excellent company at our 28th Annual Benefit Dinner and Auction 5:30 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2026 at the Swinomish Casino 12885 Casino Drive, Anacortes, WA 98221 Help us continue our mission of giving…
6th Annual MVSD Coats for Kids Drive 6TH ANNUAL COATS FOR KIDS! Last year, our amazing community helped us provide coats for 278 homeless students in the Mount Vernon School District! This year, we’re going for 300! Join The Griffin Group at Guild Mortgage in keeping local kids warm this winter. Drop off a new…
Skagit Valley College Selected as Pilot College for National Community College Baccalaureate Quality Initiative Skagit Valley College’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Management (BASM) program has been selected as one of 21 community college baccalaureate programs participating this fall in a national pilot of the Community College Baccalaureate Association’s (CCBA) new Quality Framework. The college will evaluate…
Dream Hot Tubs & Spas Named BBB Torch Awards Finalist Congratulations to Dream Hot Tubs & Spas on being named a finalist for the 2026 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics! This honor recognizes businesses that lead with integrity, build trust, and demonstrate a commitment to their customers, employees, and community. For this Mount Vernon business,…
Adult Transition to Independence Center: Open House Adult Transition to Independence Center: Community Open House We’re excited to welcome the community to ATTIC’s Open House! Tour our new space, meet our staff, and learn how we support young adults with disabilities in building independence, employment skills, and community connections. Community partners, local businesses, families, and…
Westside Bridge Traffic to Be Restored Before Thanksgiving Chamber Advocacy Drives Major Change to Westside Bridge Traffic Plan The Skagit Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to share an important development for West Mount Vernon businesses: the traffic plan for the State Route 536 Skagit River/Division Street Bridge is changing, with the goal of restoring…