A wrong-way motorist drove eastbound in the westbound lanes of Highway 20, managing to dodge oncoming traffic from R Ave. until she pulled in to the scenic viewpoint, and in the process caused a traffic tie-up.

Anacortes teachers went on strike Friday afternoon and demonstrated at 12th and Commercial over legislative inaction on education funding.

If you’re eagle-eyed, you might spot some new cameras installed at some Anacortes intersections.

The Anacortes teachers union will join other teachers in a rolling walk-out this Friday, according to Carl Dellutri, the president of the union.

Punctuating the western horizon across the Skagit Flats, a rocky dome stands sentinel above Fidalgo Island. For locals, it’s a coming-home beacon; for travelers, a sign they’re nearing Anacortes; for others, the mountain itself is the destination.

A 71 year-old Anacortes woman contacted Anacortes Police to report that she was the victim of identity theft.