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How media reports of ‘clashes’ mislead Americans about Israeli-Palestinian violence

Art Shotwell May. 16 2022 7 minutes read
Headlines matter – many Americans do not read past them when consuming news or sharing articles online.

Online data could be used against people seeking abortions if Roe v. Wade falls

Art Shotwell May. 16 2022 5 minutes read
Women would be at risk not just from what they reveal about their reproductive status on social media, but also by data from their health applications, which could incriminate them if it were subpoenaed.

Police Blotter, April 29 - May 4, 2022

Anacortes Police May. 11 2022 5 minutes read
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

Art Shotwell May. 11 2022 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 May. 11 2022 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 May. 9 2022 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.
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Upcoming Events

7 Nov
Author Event: D.W. Ulsterman 
Date Sat., November 7, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
7 Nov
Joe Whitney and Streetlive Family
Sat., November 7, 2026 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
8 Nov
 Christian Casolary's Resonance Quartet 
Sun., November 8, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
8 Nov
All Ages Jazz Jam  
Sun., November 8, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
16 Nov
Writing Circle  
Mon., November 16, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
17 Nov
Salish Sea Salmon Night 
Tue., November 17, 2026 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
18 Nov
The Gift of Gabe
Wed., November 18, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
19 Nov
Jazz Lecture Series
Thu., November 19, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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