Next Showdown in Congress: Protecting Workers vs. Protecting Employers in the Pandemic

Art Shotwell 6 minutes read
Democrats want to bind employers to follow a safety plan, while Republicans seek to shield employers and doctors from lawsuits.

You Can Make Millions Selling Masks to the Government in Three Easy Steps

Art Shotwell 9 minutes read
The federal government is essentially providing seed money to PPE startups, including some run by people accused of fraud. Mask brokers describe a simple blueprint for buying masks from China to get rich.

School District Outlines School Year Ahead

Art Shotwell 3 minutes read
Anacortes students may be in classrooms for two to four days a week according to a proposal released on Thursday afternoon.

Mayor Gere’s COVID-19 Briefing - July 8, 2020

Art Shotwell 16 minutes read
Good afternoon, welcome to my COVID-19 Briefing for July 8. I hope you all had a safe and enjoyable 4th of July.

Tracking PPP Loans: 48 entities in Anacortes ZIP Get Federal Loans

Art Shotwell 1 minute read
Millions of dollars in federal PPP pandemic-related loans have been approved for 48 Anacortes businesses and non-profits. 

Analysis: How A COVID-19 Vaccine Could Cost Americans Dearly

Art Shotwell 9 minutes read
The United States is the only developed nation unable to balance cost, efficacy and social good in setting prices.