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Signatures filed for initiatives on parental rights, blocking trans athletes from girls’ sports

Washington State Standard Jan. 3 2026 5 minutes read

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The measures would go before Washington state lawmakers in the upcoming legislative session.

Police Blotter, December 19 - 25, 2025

Anacortes Police Dec. 30 2025 3 minutes read

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This week, Anacortes Police dealt with a vehicle prowl, a complaint about a political sign, and an online fraud report.

These new laws and taxes take effect in Washington state on Jan. 1

Washington State Standard Dec. 30 2025 8 minutes read

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Tax hikes on big business and rental cars. Unemployment benefits for workers on strike. Those are just a few of the changes to state law taking effect in Washington on New Year’s Day. 

Police Blotter, December 12 - 18, 2025

Anacortes Police Dec. 22 2025 3 minutes read

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An Anacortes Police Officer booked a driver on reckless driving and DUI after clocking their vehicle at 100 miles per hour.

“The Holly and the Ivy” at Cap Sante

Jack Hartt Dec. 22 2025 7 minutes read

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Since medieval times in the Old Country, holly and ivy have reflected a Christian symbolism, expressed in the Christmas carol "The Holly and the Ivy", in which holly represents Jesus and ivy represents his mother Mary.

After days of flood and slide threats, a small upriver town begins to breathe a sigh of relief

Washington State Standard Dec. 19 2025 5 minutes read

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After days of flood and slide threats, Concrete begins to breathe a sigh of relief

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