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Bill Reynolds

FLOWER POWER – After more than 20 weeks of daily temperatures below 60 degrees, spring is finally here. The proof was on display at La Conner's town council meeting March 14, where Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Executive Director Cindy Verge (second from right) presented the annual event's 2023 poster. Joining for the seasonal ritual were, from left: Mayor Ramon Hayes and Councilmembers MaryLee Chamberlain, Mary Wohleb, Annie Taylor, Ivan Carlson and Rick Dole.