Police Blotter, July 18 - 23, 2020

Anacortes Police 7 minutes read
Police booked a local man on seven arrest warrants and other charges, including resisting arrest, after spotting him looking over a fence of a residence.

FactCheck: What Science Says About Children, COVID-19 and School Reopenings

Art Shotwell 15 minutes read
In promoting the reopening of schools this fall, Trump administration officials have, at times, inaccurately described the evidence on how COVID-19 affects children.

Last Thing Patients Need During Pandemic: Being Last to Know a Doctor Left Network

Art Shotwell 6 minutes read
Health plan network changes occur all the time as doctors retire, relocate or leave networks. Unfortunately, patients may be the last to find out about such changes because there are often few requirements that either providers or insurers inform them.

Less-Lethal Weapons Blind, Maim and Kill. Victims Say Enough Is Enough

Art Shotwell 20 minutes read
Time and again over the past two decades, peace officers have targeted demonstrators with munitions designed only to stun and stop. 

Library July Virtual Events and Summer Reading Updates 

Art Shotwell 5 minutes read
Summer Reading has taken over the Anacortes library, and that means prizes every week plus a special Harry Potter Birthday prize for one lucky reader next week.

Mayor Gere’s COVID-19 Briefing - July 22, 2020

Art Shotwell 14 minutes read
Currently there are 707 cases in Skagit County, 17 deaths, and 70 hospitalized. That is an increase of 80 cases in one week. The County is seeing an increase in cases due to the 4th of July holiday and summer travelers.