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Police Blotter, April 29 - May 4, 2022
Police responded to a fight at the Tommy Thompson Trail near 22nd and R Avenue at a vagrant camp.
Skagit County COVID Update: May 11, 2022
It appears that cases may be stabilizing after an uptick in mid-April. Our hospitalizations also appear to be trending downward again, which is a good sign. Even still, Skagit County has moved to a “High” disease transmission level, up from “Substantial” last week.
Ripple Effects of Abortion Restrictions Confuse Care for Miscarriages
In Texas, where anyone can face a hefty fine of at least $10,000 if they abet an abortion, medical professionals on the front lines face tough quandaries when treating patients who have a miscarriage, a scenario that could soon play out around the country if abortion restrictions tighten.
North Cascades Hwy opens Tuesday
The 2022 spring clearing is complete and the crew will open the gates on SR 20 North Cascades Highway this Tuesday morning at 10 a.m.
Snow-clearing on North Cascades Highway making progress
Week six of the 2022 spring clearing brought us to that magic moment when the west side and east side crews met west of the Rainy Pass summit. Here's the latest report from Wash DOT.
Skagit 911 Considers Sales Tax Increase for November Election
Measure would fund needed technology and equipment upgrades and improve emergency response.