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Making sense of Washington’s multi-billion dollar budget hole

Washington State Standard Dec. 15 2024 8 minutes read

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A reckoning has arrived over spending on programs and services that is expected to outpace state tax revenue.

Hikes: Naked in the Rain

Jack Hartt Dec. 12 2024 5 minutes read

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Standing there was a man who was lost, needing directions, and also needing all his clothing.

Why winter makes you more vulnerable to colds – a public health nurse explains the science behind the season

The Conversation Dec. 12 2024 4 minutes read

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Why winter makes you more vulnerable to colds – a public health nurse explains the science behind the season

Police Blotter, November 29 - December 5, 2024

Anacortes Police Dec. 10 2024 3 minutes read

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Anacortes Police this week chased a speeding car where the driver was turning his lights on and off. Just one of a number of police activities this week.

Why home and auto insurance rates are up in Washington

Washington State Standard Dec. 10 2024 4 minutes read

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Insurers say rising costs for vehicle repairs and home rebuilding are behind escalating premiums. For state lawmakers grappling with the issue, there are few easy fixes.

State plans free college tuition for low-income families in 2026

Anacortes Now Dec. 9 2024 8 minutes read

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Low-income families that qualify for other benefits could automatically get financial aid. Forget FAFSA, Washington state says. We got you

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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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