La Conner Schools hires new counselor

La Conner School board members did something Monday night that they haven't done in a very long time: They approved hiring a new counselor for the middle and high school campus.

Eric Crinklaw, most recently with Bonney Lake High School in the Sumner School District, will succeed Lori Buher, who is retiring after 27 years.

The decision took place during a 75-minute hybrid session ahead of its annual retreat scheduled from 2-8 p.m. today.

"It's an honor to be here," said Crinklaw, who has ties to the Concrete and Friday Harbor school districts.

"Eric will be returning to the Northwest 2B (League...