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Why being stuck at home – and unable to hang out in cafes and bars – drains our creativity

Art Shotwell Dec. 16 2020 5 minutes read
While the pandemic has caused thousands of small businesses to temporarily close or shutter for good, the disappearance of the corner coffee shop means more than lost wages. It also represents a collective loss of creativity.

Police Blotter, November 28 - December 4, 2020

Anacortes Police Dec. 7 2020 6 minutes read

Anacortes Police recovered alcohol  and cold medications valued at over $1500 that had been taken from a retail store in Anacortes.

California Lawmakers to Newsom: Give All Immigrants Health Coverage

Dec. 7 2020 6 minutes read
Given the pandemic’s disproportionate hit on minority communities, two Democratic lawmakers are pushing Newsom to agree to offer health care to all unauthorized immigrants. They planned to unveil legislation Monday — and a new strategy to make it happen.

Demand for COVID Vaccines Expected to Get Heated — And Fast

Dec. 7 2020 6 minutes read
With two vaccines against coronavirus disease poised for release within weeks, experts say they expect attitudes to shift dramatically from hesitancy to “Beanie Baby” -level urgency.

During ACA Open Enrollment, Picking a Plan Invites New COVID Complications

Dec. 3 2020 8 minutes read
COVID-19's “long haulers” - patients with lingering effects of the disease - have joined the ranks of Americans with preexisting conditions. For those shopping for health coverage on the individual market, here's help navigating an uncharted insurance landscape.

Come for Your Eye Exam, Leave With a Band-Aid on Your Arm

Dec. 3 2020 8 minutes read
Dentists and optometrists across the country are trying to join in the fight to get everyone vaccinated against COVID-19, the flu and other diseases.
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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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