In a Skagit County housing market where median home prices hover around $610,000, the county’s cheapest current listing offers something very different from the typical starter home. For $45,000, buyers can pick up a 300-square-foot A-frame structure deep in the North Cascades near Marblemount — complete with towering evergreens and a separate outhouse bathroom, all…
Something new is drawing hungry crowds to downtown Sedro-Woolley. Seoul Buns, a fast-casual Korean barbecue and burger spot at 215 Moore St., has quietly built early buzz thanks to towering burgers, saucy loaded fries, and a menu that bounces comfortably between comfort food and Korean-inspired flavors. And based on early customer reactions, people are already…
In western Washington’s housing market, nearly $600,000 can buy you a compact 1940s Seattle home with a graffiti-covered attic bedroom — or a much newer two-story house with vaulted ceilings, a two-car garage, and trees surrounding the property in Skagit County. For buyers trying to decide whether Seattle is still worth the premium, these side-by-side…
What makes a place truly livable often comes down to a mix of affordability, schools, safety, and everyday quality of life — and in Skagit County, these communities are standing out more than others. New 2026 rankings from Niche highlight the top communities in Skagit County based on those factors, using a mix of public…
There’s something about the Washington coast that makes you slow down in the best way. If you’ve been searching for the best coastal towns in Washington for a quiet, cozy escape, you’re in the right place. Think charming waterfront streets, misty mornings, and the kind of small towns where you can wander without a plan…
Skagit County authorities are investigating after at least a dozen dead dogs were discovered along the shoreline of Guemes Island, raising disturbing questions about how they ended up there. At least 12 deceased dogs have been found in and around the waters near Guemes Island over the past week, according to the Skagit County Sheriff’s…
A Skagit County family is mourning the sudden loss of a devoted husband and father remembered for his generosity, loyalty, and love for the outdoors. Richard Horne, 36, of Sedro-Woolley, died Wednesday, August 13, in what loved ones describe as a sudden, freak accident. A cause of death was not given. The tragedy has left…
A bat discovered in a child’s bedroom in Skagit County has tested positive for rabies — the county’s first confirmed case this year. First Case in Skagit County for 2025 Skagit County Public Health said the bat was found in a small child’s room earlier this month. Unsure whether the child or family pets had…
