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Short and sweet: La Conner’s Fourth of July parade completed in record time
By Bill ReynoldsLa Conner Community News Short, subdued and fun. That pretty much sums up La Conner’s Fourth of July Parade celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary, a downtown serpentine that while short on entries…
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School board approves new two-year pact retaining Superintendent Cram
The board cited Cram’s success in leading La Conner Schools out of state-imposed binding conditions, an oversight mechanism put in place when districts are in financial distress.
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Knitting meets craft drinks in new downtown biz
Photo by Luisa Loi/La Conner Community News. Marsha and Matt Owen smile outside their new yarn store/bar business, “Purl Dive.”
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La Conner youth team nets title at Spokane Hoopfest extravaganza
Greyson Delage, Roman Harper, Cash Landworth and Randall Reynolds last weekend won their bracket of the Spokane Hoopfest Three-on-Three Outdoor Basketball Tournament, the largest event of its kind in the world.
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Judge sides with local farming nonprofit over canceled US grants
Photo by Nancy K. Crowell/La Conner Community New. Anna Chotzen is director of farm viability for Viva Farms.
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Braves standout named Herald’s girls track athlete of the year
Jenkins is already eyeing the 2027 track season and the opportunity to set new personal marks in her signature events, the 100 and 200 meter sprints, as well as the 4×100 and 4×200 meter…
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La Conner High alum honored in college for star power in class, on volleyball court
Ellie Marble Photo @cwuathletics
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Local teen taps history for holiday coloring book in this week’s paper
Celebrate Independence Day with a one-of-a-kind coloring book created right here in La Conner. Produced by the La Conner Arts Commission in partnership with La Conner Community News, the book features original artwork by…
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Father Pat Twohy, revered for prior tribal ministry, honored at Swinomish ceremony
Photo by Nancy K Crowell/ LA CONNER COMMUNITY NEWS. Father Pat Twohy smiles at Swinomish Chairman Steve Edwards at the ceremony honoring him on June 23.
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Residents report sickness amid strong odor from landfill project
Crews work on the Whitmarsh Landfill project on June 18, 2026. Photo by Nancy K. Crowell / La Conner Community News
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Whitmarsh Landfill remediation in progress
Photo by Nancy K. Crowell / La Conner Community News Project Manager Margo Gillaspy points to the BNSF right-of-way and explains how the workers are pulling the dirt away from the tracks as part…
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Pioneer Picnic, a longtime La Conner summer tradition, set for Aug. 6
The 122nd annual Skagit County Pioneer Association Picnic and General Meeting is scheduled for 11 a.m. Aug. 6 at Pioneer Park, with the public invited to attend this time-honored celebration.
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SBA offers disaster relief loans for December storms
Three types of loans are available: business physical disaster loans, economic injury disaster loans and home disaster loans. The loans are low-interest, fixed-rate and long term with no payments due and no interest accrued…
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Slow-growing La Conner sees spurt of housing construction
Photo by Nancy K. Crowell / La Conner Community News. When completed, Field Light Row will bring four townhomes to Maple Avenue.
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County commissioners press “pause” on data centers
Photo by Nancy K. Crowell/LA CONNER COMMUNITY NEWS The Skagit River’s historic floodplain make the area particularly desirable for this kind of development.
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Huizenga signs letter of intent, state champion girls team honored at school assembly
Much decorated senior thrower Flint Huizenga, who achieved the rare feat of twice consecutively qualifying for state trials in the javelin, discus and shot put, signed a letter of intent to compete for Whitworth…
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Town staff overwhelmed by public records requests
Tuesday, Town Administrator Scott Thomas — who is also the designated public records officer — presented a draft policy that, if adopted, could help achieve this balance, asking the Town Council to submit any…
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Town, County & Sea 6/11/26
A permanent speed limit reduction is coming to a 4-mile stretch of State Route 20 between Sharpes Corner and Pass Lake north of Deception Pass. The Washington State Department of Transportation will lower the…
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More than 6 million visitors expected as border agencies ramp up World Cup security
Regular traffic at the Peace Arch Border Crossing in Blaine. Expect it to get a lot busier over the coming weeks as FIFA matches take place in Vancouver and Seattle.
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Title town: La Conner girls win state track championship, boys build for future
PHOTO BY NANCY K. CROWELL/LA CONNER COMMUNITY NEWS. Paced by its versatile “McJenkins” quartet — sisters Maeve and Nora McCormick and Kiana and Faith Jenkins — La Conner surpassed runner-up Cle Elum-Roslyn 60-58 in…
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Hiss-terrical show: Reptile Man’s cold-blooded menagerie brings warm vibes to La Conner
Photo by Nancy K. Crowell / La Conner Community News. Hailey Ruzicka cannot contain her excitement when she gets to hold the albino boa along with Emmett Voorhees, Aunie Castillo and Finn Smith.
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Swinomish ceremony protects fishermen, honors water
Photo by Nancy K. Crowell / La Conner Community News After a meal attended by hundreds, the procession headed to the water side for the blessing ceremony, led by the Edwards family.
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Watson Woolen Co. brings Celtic charm and sustainable style to La Conner
When you walk through the door of the Watson Woolen Co. you may be greeted by the cheerful proprietor, Bonnie Sullivan, who was inspired to open a sweater shop on one of those gray,…
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La Conner Braves clinch multiple berths for State Track Meet
La Conner’s Nora McCormick, right, hands off the baton to Faith Jenkins in the 4×200 relay at the Northwest Bi-District trials in Coupeville on Saturday. Next up for the relay squad is a trip…
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Popular softball coach retires, lauded for being big hit with Braves players
La Conner High softball players display a large poster honoring the career of retiring Braves head coach Loran James (right). The presentation was part of a post-game ceremony after La Conner’s league home game…
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Chamber director, governor representative vie for Skagit County auditor seat
Mark Hulst (left) and Jeremy Harrison-Smith. Photos courtesy of the respective candidates.
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A small world sets sail
Members of Swinomish Yacht Club embraced this year’s Opening Day parade theme “It’s a Small World” by decorating their dinghies to represent different countries around the world, including this Dutch-themed dinghy complete with tulips…
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South Korea treats Swinomish taekwondo students to whole new world
Joey Joe, chaperone Jenny Nguyen, Ruby Billy, Kao Nguyen, Johnny Joe and chaperone Jenny Peters. Taken in front of a South Korean palace while donning traditional Korean attire. Photo courtesy Jenny Peters
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How dark skies help birds as they migrate along the Pacific flyway
Billions are birds are migrating now, some 80% fly over us at night and can be confused by bright lights. Photo by Nancy K. Crowell / La Conner Community News
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Annual plant fair to blossom this Mother’s Day weekend
Master Gardener Jessamyn Tuttle (right) helps a customer at the 2025 Plant Fair. Photo by Nancy K. Crowell / La Conner Community News
POLICE BLOTTER
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La Conner Police Blotter: From lost drivers to stink bombs, a whiff of weird in La Conner
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La Conner Police Blotter: Tulip tourists, button blunders, and a boozy blowup
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La Conner Police Blotter: Cosplay confusion, flour pranks, and parade parking drama
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La Conner Police Blotter: Bumps, blowers, boaters, and a busted ride
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La Conner Police Blotter: Welfare checks, marina drama, and a missing suburban