Make way for the new sheriff in town.

Sgt. Beau Montgomery has succeeded Sgt. Jenny Sheahan-Lee, who retired in May. His position as sergeant at the Skagit County Sheriff’s Office La Conner began June 1.

Even though his roots are in eastern Washington, working in Skagit County for the last five years has given Montgomery the opportunity to spend time in La Conner both professionally, as a patrol duty, and in his off-duty time visiting.

“La Conner is a great community,” Montgomery said, “I look forward to my time serving the people of La Conner as a Skagit County Sheriff’s Office s...