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| Skagit County Press Release Archive 2019
Tue, 31 Dec 2019 07:30:00 PST Skagit County appeals WA Board of Natural Resources
Mon, 16 Dec 2019 16:30:00 PSTAdoption of 2015-2024 sustainable timber harvest level. One case of hepatitis A confirmed in Skagit County
Thu, 12 Dec 2019 14:56:00 PSTHepatitis A is a very contagious liver infection. Mon, 18 Nov 2019 07:56:00 PST Tue, 12 Nov 2019 11:27:53 PST Guemes Ferry Operation Improvements Survey
Tue, 05 Nov 2019 08:27:53 PSTAsks what ferry operation improvements the community would be willing to pay for. Public hearing scheduled for proposed Board of Health expansion
Tue, 05 Nov 2019 08:27:55 PSTHearing scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 10:30 AM Feedback requested on potential changes to Guemes Island Ferry operations
Thu, 24 Oct 2019 08:27:53 PSTA community forum will take place at 6:00 PM on Thursday November 7, 2019 at the Guemes Island Community Center DEA to accept electronic vaping devices and cartridges as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Thu, 17 Oct 2019 16:27:53 PSTSaturday, October 26, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Candidates responsible for satisfying eligibility requirements
Wed, 16 Oct 2019 12:01:00 PSTAuditor does not have authority to determine whether or not candidates are legally eligible to run for public office FEMA grants additional NFIP flood insurance discounts in Skagit County
Mon, 14 Oct 2019 07:00:00 PSTPolicyholders could save hundreds. Skagit County Recognized by State Auditor for Outstanding Financial Stewardship
Fri, 11 Oct 2019 14:00:00 PSTThe award was presented in response to actions taken by Skagit County leaders Invasive New Zealand mud snail confirmed at three Skagit County locations putting fish and others at risk
Fri, 11 Oct 2019 07:00:00 PSTThe invasion of New Zealand mud snails is harmful to local ecosystems October 26 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day!
Thu, 10 Oct 2019 07:00:00 PSTCollection locations will be open on Saturday, October 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. State Board of Health passes emergency ban on flavored vapor products
Tue, 08 Oct 2019 09:00:00 PSTThe rule takes effect on October 10, 2019 and lasts for 120 days. Poop Smart campaign wins prestigious Diamond Award
Fri, 20 Sept 2019 10:08:00 PSTAward for representing the best in government communications. Financial Assistance for Septic System Inspections
Fri, 20 Sept 2019 10:00:00 PSTAssistance available for septic system inspections to qualifying low-income residents. Appointment of New Emergency Medical Services Director
Tue, 17 Sept 2019 13:54:00 PSTJosh Pelonio served as the Interim Director of Skagit County EMS beginning in late July. Appointment of New Skagit County Superior Court Commissioner
Tue, 17 Sept 2019 06:03:00 PSTPreviously served as Pro-Tem Judge for District Court and Pro-Tem Commissioner for Superior Court Tue, 17 Sept 2019 06:01:00 PST Skagit County among Four Washington Counties Designated As a Natural Disaster Area by USDA
Fri, 13 Sept 2019 06:01:00 PSTAllows FSA to extend emergency credit to Skagit County producers recovering from drought. Tue, 11 Sept 2019 06:01:00 PST SepticSmart Week 2019
Tue, 11 Sept 2019 06:00:00 PSTMore than 1 million homes in Washington- about one in three households - depend on septic systems to treat wastewater. Secure Medicine Return Program Operational in Skagit County
Fri, 30 Aug 2019 12:32:37 PSTRemoving unneeded medicine from our homes helps keep our families, friends and the environment safe. Recreational shellfish harvest closed throughout Skagit County due to marine biotoxin levels
Wed, 31 July 2019 11:00:00 PSTRecent samples of molluscan shellfish from a variety of harvest locations in Skagit County are exhibiting elevated levels of PSP Health Department issues Recreational Shellfish Harvest Closure of Samish Bay
Mon, 15 July 2019 10:00:00 PSTClosed until additional sampling indicates toxin levels have declined. 115th Annual Skagit County Pioneer Association Picnic and General Meeting
Tue, 09 July 2019 07:00:00 PSTThursday, Aug. 1, 2019, at Pioneer Park, in La Conner Board of Health ordinance restricts smoking and vaping in public places
Fri, 05 July 2019 10:00:00 PSTPolicies are one of the most effective tools for protecting the health of a community Fri, 28 June 2019 11:30:01 PST Colony Road 24000 will be closed at Milepost 0.68 July 3rd
Fri, 28 June 2019 11:30:00 PSTThe closure is necessary to conduct railroad crossing repairs and maintenance Lake View Boulevard/SR 9 intersection closed July 3 for fireworks show
Tue, 18 June 2019 10:50:00 PSTFrom 7 p.m. to midnight July 3 Mon, 06 June 2019 14:50:00 PST Applicants sought for Skagit County Solid Waste Advisory Committee
Wed, 22 May 2019 15:50:00 PSTSubmit no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, June 28 Legislature approves $1.5M for Guemes Ferry shoreside charging infrastructure
Tue, 21 May 2019 13:50:00 PSTTo support the new, electric Guemes Island Ferry Interim Skagit County Administrator selected
Fri, 26 Apr 2019 14:00:00 PSTTrisha Logue has worked for Skagit County since November 1994 Illabot Creek restoration earns state APWA project of the year award
Tue, 23 Apr 2019 11:00:00 PSTThe creek channel was once in a totally different location Emergency Management Department updating its preparedness plans for natural disasters
Thu, 18 Apr 2019 14:00:00 PSTUpdating the Skagit County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Applications sought for Economic Development Grant projects
Wed, 17 Apr 2019 12:45:17 PSTThe deadline for application submittal is May 10 Skagit County Residents Can Dispose of Prescription Drugs at Take-Back Event
Fri, 14 Apr 2019 11:00:01 PSTPolice and prevention coalitions will be hosting a prescription drug take-back event Fri, 14 Apr 2019 11:00:02 PST Ron Wesen to join leaders in county government for intensive leadership program in nation's capital
Thu, 28 Mar 2019 15:00:00 PSTThe program helps county leaders develop their approach toward solving complex challenges. Flu season isn't over yet
Thu, 28 Mar 2019 13:20:00 PSTMore flu seen in the last three weeks than the rest of the season combined. April tulips brings traffic to Skagit County
Thu, 28 Mar 2019 11:00:00 PSTExpect peak festival traffic on weekends and at SR 536/Kincaid Street exit. Applicants sought for Skagit County Board of Equalization
Thu, 21 Mar 2019 14:30:00 PSTLetters of interest are being accepted from District 3 and a member to serve as an alternate. Alcohol use remains at an all-time low while vaping use increases among Skagit County youth
Wed, 20 Mar 2019 14:44:00 PSTAerosols from nicotine-containing vapor products contain nicotine and potentially harmful chemicals. Share feedback on draft Stormwater Management Program Plan
Wed, 13 Mar 2019 07:44:00 PSTThe draft 2019 Skagit County SWMP is now available online for the public to review. Commissioners Meeting Notice: Shelter Discussion/Possible Action
Mon, 11 Mar 2019 09:44:00 PST8:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 14, 2019. Board of Health considering Smoking and Vaping in Public Places Ordinance
Mon, 11 Feb 2019 10:44:00 PSTSmoking and vaping is a community health concern. Guemes Ferry maintenance scheduled for Feb. 24 - March 18
Fri, 08 Feb 2019 10:44:00 PSTDuring the haul-out, Arrow Launch Services will provide passenger-only ferry service. First flu-related deaths confirmed in Skagit County
Wed, 06 Feb 2019 14:00:00 PSTTwo of the deaths were males, and one of the three deaths was an individual younger than 65. Auditor announces launch of Electronic Document Recording
Wed, 06 Feb 2019 11:00:00 PSTPreviously, recorded documents had to be mailed or brought in person to the Auditors Office. Skagit County Administrator announces retirement
Mon, 28 Jan 2019 11:00:00 PSTTim Holloran has worked for Skagit County in various positions for the past 39 years. Thu, 24 Jan 2019 11:25:00 PST Mon, 14 Jan 2019 11:25:00 PST Celebrate new Burlington Northern Overpass on Jan. 23 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23, at the project site, off Belleville Road, on the north side of the new bridge. |