A crew is demolishing the old Chevron station at 12th and Commercial. And, there's a rumor that a bank is planning to move in there. I haven't been able to confirm anything yet, but Banner Bank marketing director Doug Bayne said, as far as he knew, it's not their bank. He did say "I wish I could tell you it was us. We'd love to be in Anacortes."

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By Colin Middleton

The Enchantress, the partially sunken tugboat in Fidalgo Bay has become a landmark for tourists and residents of Anacortes alike. Unfortunately, the old tug is polluting the waters and some people think she should be cut up and hauled to a landfill at great expense. I’ve been out to the Enchantress and studied her close up and I believe the best course of action is to clean her up and leave her to rest in her current location.

Do you love to spend time on Puget Sound shorelines? Are you learning about marine ecology and natural resources? Are you enthusiastic about sharing information with others or doing research or restoration to better understand and protect local natural resources?

WSU Beach Watchers may be the right program for you! Beach Watchers are professionally-trained volunteers dedicated

Lexie Lamborn, MG, of Anacortes, has been named President of the Center for Guardianship Certification (CGC) Board of Trustees. As a guardian for over 20 years, Certified for 9 years, and member of the CGC Board for 3 years, Lamborn brings knowledge and experience to this national organization. She opened her business, Crossroads Guaradianship, more than 10 years ago here in Anacortes.