Traditional music series returns to Deception Pass State Park this summer

Art Shotwell 4 minutes read
The Washington State Parks Folk and Traditional Arts Program invites the public to attend the American Roots Music Series at Deception Pass State Park on Whidbey Island.

Why vacations feel like they’re over before they even start

Art Shotwell 5 minutes read
For many people, summer vacation can’t come soon enough – especially for the half of Americans who canceled their summer plans last year due to the pandemic. But when a vacation approaches, do you ever get the feeling that it’s almost over before it starts? If so, you’re not alone.

Anacortes Family Center and Comcast launch free wifi connections

Art Shotwell 3 minutes read
Comcast Washington and Anacortes Family Center (AFC) have announced the opening of WiFi-connected Lift Zones at all three of AFC’s buildings, their 9-apartment emergency shelter, 9-apartment transitional shelter, and 20-unit affordable housing complex.

Police Blotter, June 27 - July 1, 2021

Anacortes Police 5 minutes read
A local woman rented a vehicle online, only to discover, just a bit too late, that she got caught in a scam.

Fire Officials Urge Extreme Caution on Firework Use

Art Shotwell 4 minutes read
Recent extreme temperatures and dry weather has caused Washington to be more vulnerable to wildfires in advance of this Fourth of July weekend.
 

Over 100 fire scientists urge the US West: Skip the fireworks this record-dry 4th of July

Art Shotwell 4 minutes read
The heat wave hitting the northwestern U.S. and Canada has been shattering records, with temperatures 30 degrees Fahrenheit or more above normal.