On the Front Lines Against Bird Flu, Egg Farmers Say They’re Losing the Battle

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Tools used to contain previous bird flu outbreaks aren’t working this time, experts say. The virus has sickened at least 67 people in the U.S. and killed one, with egg producers begging for a new approach.

Why does Trump want to abolish the Education Department? An anthropologist who studies MAGA explains 4 reasons

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A desire to fight wokeness and reduce government spending are among the reasons that Trump supporters back his plans to close the Education Department.

February Gallery Walk on Friday

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Anacortes art galleries are open Friday evening for monthly Gallery Walk. We have the locations, including Scott Milo, featuring works by Alfred Currier.

Washington lawmakers and governor are getting big raises. Here’s how much

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A citizen panel approved hikes of 16% for legislators and 14% for the governor spread over two years. Increases kick in July 1, barring a referendum.

Hiking: This Land is Whose Land?

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Today was our first snow of the year. Magical and mystical, Heart Lake transformed from a familiar green forest into a fairyland of white delights.

Health News: Trump’s Already Gone Back on His Promise To Leave Abortion to States

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On the campaign trail, President Donald Trump said the power to make abortion policies “has been returned to the states.” In his first two weeks in office, he’s already gone further to restrict abortion than any president who’s held office since the 1973 “Roe v. Wade” decision, writes Julie Rovner.

WA News: $156M solar power grant for Washington in limbo after Trump order

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Washington was locked out of about $150 million in federal funding for solar projects focused on low-income communities last week as the Trump administration paused clean energy grants. 

Police Blotter, January 24 - 30, 2025

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Anacortes Police responded to several calls, including one describing juvenile hoodlums who ended up being not as described.

Plans for new gun regulations progress in Washington Legislature

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If the bills win approval, they’d require gun buyers to have special permits, limit bulk sales of ammunition and firearms, and impose new taxes.

Hiking: Thank You Neighbors

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Chickens. horses and cows? Fence lines, hedgerows and barns? Not your typical walk in the woods, or stroll on the beach.