The Do’s and Don’ts on Social Media for Vaccine Haves and Have-Nots

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In the thick of a global pandemic, and with a vaccine rollout that has been less than optimal, it’s no surprise that selfies featuring the coveted covid shot surface on social media timelines. But is posting a vaccine selfie on your social media account a faux pas or a needed encouragement for others to get the shot?

Why We Can’t Make Vaccine Doses Any Faster

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President Biden has promised enough doses for all American adults by this summer. There’s not much even the Defense Production Act can do to deliver doses before then.

Feds OK’d Export of Millions of N95 Masks as U.S. Workers Cried for More

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In the hours before President Joe Biden was inaugurated, the Federal Emergency Management Agency allowed a Texas mask maker to ship the high-quality masks overseas.

Mayor Gere won’t run again

Art Shotwell 2 minutes read
Mayor Laurie Gere will not seek re-election. Her second term ends at the end of this year.

Covid-19 Vaccination Locations

Art Shotwell 2 minutes read
Looking for Covid-19 vaccinations in Skagit County? There are several vaccine providers in Skagit County, including hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies.

Why Biden Has a Chance to Cut Deals With Red State Holdouts on Medicaid

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The pandemic and economic crisis give states new incentives to extend health coverage to their uninsured residents.