Posts by Dalesmy Gonzalez
Skagit Valley College Receives $1.4 million Ballmer Group Grant to Expand Maestros Program
Skagit Valley College Receives $1.4 million Ballmer Group Grant to Expand Maestros Program Front row: Kati Ortiz, Dr. Chris Pearson, Amy Reisner, Daisy Padilla Back row: Dr. Thomas Keegan, Yadira Rosales, Dr. Victor Vergara, Robert Hand, Dr. John Korsmo Photo credit: Liz Crookes, Skagit Valley College MOUNT VERNON, Wash. — Skagit Valley College has received…
Read MoreSix Local Nonprofits Sharing $50,000 from Barron KARES
Six Local Nonprofits Sharing $50,000 from Barron KARES Six local nonprofit organizations received a cumulative total of $50,380 in the first half of 2026 from Barron KARES, an initiative to share kindness and appreciation throughout Northwest Washington. Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing selects a different charity or non-profit organization each month that holds…
Read More✨ Celebrating 31 Years of Service & Welcoming New Leadership ✨
Celebrating 31 Years of Service & Welcoming New Leadership After more than 31 years of dedicated service, Melissa Self is preparing to begin her next journey through retirement. Since joining Community Action of Skagit County in 1995, Melissa has dedicated her career to supporting individuals and families throughout our community. From her early work visiting…
Read More2026 Skagit County Fair, August 6-9
2026 Skagit County Fair, August 6-9 Happening This Thursday-Sunday at the Skagit County Fairgrounds Join us for the 127th Edition of the Skagit County Fair! This year’s theme, “Let’s Wing It!”, is a perfect reminder that some of life’s best adventures happen when we embrace the unexpected. We invite everyone to come out to…
Read MoreSummer Food Drive for Helping Hands
Summer Food Drive for Helping Hands Help Fight Summer Hunger in Our Community When school is out, many local families lose access to the free and reduced-price meals that children rely on during the school year. While the holidays often inspire generous giving, the summer months can be one of the most challenging times for…
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