Museum sounds the alarm for new fire detection

An alarm of sorts went off at last Friday’s fall party for the Skagit County Historical Museum – on purpose.

An enthusiastic crowd was enjoying itself at Maple Hall. Radio show host Mike in the Morning was master of ceremonies. Santo Coyote staff served the appetizers. The 120 or so folks showed their support for the Museum by buying tickets for five raffle items and bidding on 2024 naming rights to the East Wing. Madeline Roozen’s top bid was made in memory of her parents William and Helen Roozen, whose names will appear on the East Wing wall.

Lots of positive chatter about Museum audiences a...