Member Announcements
Skagit Valley College is proud to announce that Matthew Mardesich, Marine Maintenance Technology (MMT) co-department chair and instructor, has been named the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) Foundation’s 2025 Educator of the Year. The annual award honors outstanding marine service technology instructors teaching at the high school, post-secondary, or industry level who are making…
The Skagit Valley College Board of Trustees voted unanimously to appoint Dr. Thomas Keegan as interim president of SVC at its regular board meeting held on Feb. 3. Keegan will begin his appointment on Feb. 9 and will serve through Dec. 31. Keegan previously served as president of SVC for 10 years and retired from…
Welcoming February Short Days, Big Garden Plans At Christianson’s Nursery, bare root season is in full swing-and it’s one of our favorite times of year. Our beds are filled with bare root fruit trees, roses, berries, and ornamentals, all selected to thrive in the Pacific Northwest. Bare root planting means strong starts, healthy roots, and…
2026 SEASONAL HIRING FAIR – FEB 21 Looking for an exciting seasonal job? Join the team at Skagit Speedway and be part of the action this race season! Stop by our hiring fair to learn more about opportunities and how you can get involved. Saturday | February 21 1:00 to 3:00pm Main concession area Application…
The Port of Skagit capped off the end of 2025 in belated fashion with staff recognition and an overview of the year’s accomplishments. The event was postponed due to flooding and the flood response work by the Port in December. The Port of Skagit played a key role in the local flood response, including supporting…
Skagit Valley College (SVC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Vhari Rust-Clark of Burlington to the college’s Board of Trustees. Rust-Clark was appointed by Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson, with her term beginning December 30, to fill the vacant trustee position previously held by Megan Scott O’Brien. Rust-Clark brings extensive experience in healthcare leadership,…
The local Boys & Girls Clubs proudly announced Sedro-Woolley Member, Gavin Clifton, as the next Youth of the Year during a special celebration held on January 28th at The Skagit Casino. Youth of the Year is the organization’s highest honor, recognizing an outstanding young person who demonstrates leadership, academic excellence, service to others, and a…