Skagit County COVID Update: May 11, 2022

Art Shotwell 1 minute read
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

Art Shotwell 8 minutes read
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

Art Shotwell 1 minute read
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

Art Shotwell 2 minutes read

2022 0507 snowclearing

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

Art Shotwell 2 minutes read
Measure would fund needed technology and equipment upgrades and improve emergency response.

In a Post-Roe America, Expect More Births in a Country Where Maternal Mortality Continues to Rise

Art Shotwell 3 minutes read
The United States has the highest maternal mortality rate among wealthy countries. And it may get worse as abortions become more difficult to obtain, say public health experts.