New Port of Anacortes proposal outlined by architect

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An architect hired by the Port of Anacortes describes new plans for an area adjacent to Cap Sante Marina. The plans include a new event center.

Local Art on Display Friday night

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Downtown Anacortes galleries are open Friday night for Artwalk. We;ve got the locations.

Port to receive $63 million for electric conversion

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The Port of Anacortes is receiving $63.8 million to fund a major conversion of port equipment to battery electric power and $1.3 million for additional planning work, announced following a recent Port visit by U. S. Senator Maria Cantwell.

Costly campaigns and big spenders: Where money is flowing in WA’s elections

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Donations of a few bucks to several grand continue to flow into candidate and political committee coffers ahead of next Tuesday’s election.

Police Blotter, October 18 - 24, 2024

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This week, Anacortes officers investigated a hit-and-run collision, dealt with yet another cyberfraud complaint, as well as other events.

Easy Guide to Voting in Skagit County

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Voting is your right as an American, and it’s essential to have access to accurate information about how to cast your vote, where to go, and what’s on the ballot. We've got straight-forward information here.

Presidential Election Puts Affordable Care Act Back in the Bull’s-Eye

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The outcome of the upcoming presidential election could affect the number of insured Americans, the fate of premium-reducing subsidies, the shape of Medicaid, and the cost of coverage for tens of millions of people.

The ‘Big Dark’: How Washingtonians weather the gloom & gray

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As the daylight hours turn short, Puget Sound area residents recommend staying social, getting outdoors and learning to embrace the drear.

Threatening ‘the enemy within’ with force: Military ethicists explain the danger to important American traditions

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Trump wanted to turn the US military on American citizens while he was president. He has increaslngly said he would do so if he wins the White House in 2024.

WA paid family leave premiums are going up

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Washington workers could see a bigger chunk of their paychecks going toward Paid Family and Medical Leave next year.