Carol Jensen receives Pioneer Award from Housing Hope
Carol Jensen was named the winner of Housing Hope’s Pioneer Award at the organization’s signature fundraiser, Stone Soup, on May 12.
The Pioneer Award recognizes the long-term commitment of an individual or institution that has contributed to the pioneering efforts of Housing Hope. Full Story
Meditation
Divorce rate now 51 percent
Has divorce touched your family?
If you live in America, I have no doubt that your answer is a resounding yes. Statistics show divorce rate is up to 51 percent.
This statistic is true for people, church attenders or not. If you are an adult reader, there is a 51 percent chance that you have been divorced, are going through a divorce, or are seriously considering divorce. Full Story
Scholarship winners
Lake Goodwin Community Club scholarship winners are Grant Allison, Stanwood High School, and from Lakewood High School, Chelsea Sowards, Kirsten Nelson (Bev Lee Memorial Award) and Shelbey Jackson. Full Story
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EARLY HISTORY
Andrew Ellingson was in charge of the ferry from Stanwood to Camano Island, before the bridge connecting the two was built. Robert Kincaid brought his new bride Margaret to Camano Island in 1899. John Kvande of Stangvik, came to Woodland (fairgrounds vicinity) in 1900 to farm.
100 YEARS AGO (1910)
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Marriage announced
Ashley Magill and Richard Fortney exchanged wedding vows May 1 in the Chapel of the Flowers in Las Vegas and are making their first home in Wasilla, Alaska. A reception will be held Aug. Full Story
Graduates
Trina Rose Dutton of Camano Island graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University May 9, and will practice small and large animal veterinary medicine in western Washi Full Story
July nuptials set
Rhonda and Mike Wayne of Stanwood announce the engagement of their daughter Emily, to Cody Taylor, son of Roxy Harrison and Lyle Taylor, both of Arlington. Full Story
Births
Jerrah (Vail) and Troy Miller announce the birth of their second son, Mason Troy. Born May 14, 2010 at 9:19 a.m., Mason weighed nine pounds, five ounces and was 20-3/4 in length. He joins a big brother Dane, 22 months.
Proud grandparents are Dana and Bill Vail of Marysville, Darcie and John Gasche of Port Angeles, and Cheryl and Mike Miller of Camano Island. Full Story
School bus driver retires after 31 years
Rachel Hentila is retiring after 31 years driving bus for the Stanwood-Camano School District.
A mother of three who loved quilting, she never thought that driving bus would become her calling in life, but such is the case. according to Sabrina Smith, a fellow driver. Full Story
Buck paved the educational path for many children
To say Melody Buck has a quiet, gentle approach to her teaching method would be an understatement.
After 40 years teaching kindergarten in the Stanwood-Camano School District she knows what works.
Students shuffled into her classroom at Cedarhome Elementary last week eager to share items from their pockets with friends and tell a story or two, or three, or more. Full Story
Sixth in state
Stanwood’s FFA agricultural mechanics team consisting of Ashley Rich, Cassie Gunerious, Cory Calkins, Brenden Ballard and Alyssa Tompson recently placed sixth at the state competition. Full Story
22nd at nationals
The Stanwood High School Science Team placed 22nd out of 60 teams at the National Science Olympiad Tournament at the University of Illinois in Urbana/ Champagne. Full Story
‘Swing’ into Port Susan Middle School for a night of dancing
While dancing, Brian and Lindsey Hoyer improvise on basic west coast swing steps to fit the music.
By providing lessons open to the public, the Stanwood couple aspires to fill a need in the community. Full Story
Missy
Meow! My name is Missy and I am 6 years old. I come with extra toes. I’m a Polydactyl. I was adopted from CASA as a kitten, but recently my loving owner passed away. Full Story
Niles
Bubbly and loving, 7- year-old Niles promises to be a wonderful addition to your home. He is a very confident and playful male cat who is not stingy with his affection. Full Story
Ruby
Ruby may look familiar. She came to CASA as a puppy and found a home quickly, but her new owners gave her away. She ended up back in the shelter and was readopted. Full Story
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