Hiking: A Bridge Too Far

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As I hiked, I realized I had entered a magical, majestic cathedral of towering giants, their presence timeless, their size humbling. 

AI tools collect and store data about you from all your devices – here’s how to be aware of what you’re revealing

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AI tools gather information about you from many types of devices, including smartphones.
 

School Board sets meetings in search for new Superintendent

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The Anacortes School Board has scheduled several meetings in the search for a new Superintendent to replace Justin Irish, who is moving to a new school district at the end of this month. A final vote is slated for June 20.

Police Blotter, May 30 - June 5, 2025

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Anacortes Police this week responded to a car prowl theft of personal electronics items, a speeder near the Commercial Ave roundabout and cyclists who had fallen on the Tommy Thompson Trail..

Two Fulbright Scholars: Two Local Connections

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Lifelong Anacortes resident Abby Schnabel and John Simpson, who recently moved his family here, have won Fulbright Scholarships with upcoming overseas teaching positions.

Average salary in Washington nears $100,000 a year

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Salaries in Washington continued to climb in 2024.

Waterfront Festival all weekend

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This warm weekend the action's at the Anacortes Waterfront Festival at Cap Sante Marina where a boat building competition is set for all day today.

Monthly Artwalk this Friday

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Head downtown for the monthly First Friday Artwalk. We've got the information you'll need...

Hiking: Following Raven

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It was a bright morning when I stepped off the bus at Jacobs Road and walked the bike path to Rhododendron County Park. I was greeted by the delicate pink faces of native rhododendrons.

Anacortes Schools Foundation awards scholarships

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The Anacortes Schools Foundation awarded scholarships to graduating high school seniors in a ceremony Monday night at Brodniak Hall on the high school campus.