COVID-19 vaccines for children: How parents are influenced by misinformation, and how they can counter it

Art Shotwell 6 minutes read
Since COVID-19 vaccines became available for children ages 5 to 11 in early November 2021, many families have been lining up to get their school-age kids vaccinated prior to holiday travel and gatherings.

How LA, Calling the Shots on School Vaccine Mandates, Can Lead the Way on Covid Rules

Art Shotwell 5 minutes read
In the middle of a measles outbreak in 1977, the Los Angeles school system required students to be inoculated or stay out of class. Other school systems followed the practice. Will it work again now with COVID?

Police Blotter, December 3 - 10, 2021

Anacortes Police 13 minutes read
Looks like a half-dozen Anacortes teens saw and liked one of noted local artist the late Bill Mitchell’s murals and decided to walk off with it.

Why is inflation so high? Is it bad?

Art Shotwell 4 minutes read
An economist answers 3 questions about soaring consumer prices.

Health Experts Worry CDC’s Covid Vaccination Rates Appear Inflated

Art Shotwell 6 minutes read
Accuracy issues raise red flags because the data is used to plan and direct resources in the nation's continuing response to the covid-19 pandemic.

Police Blotter, November 26 - December 2, 2021

Anacortes Police 7 minutes read
Two boats sustained at least $25,000 damage in an incident where one boat was untied and damaged as the tide rose.