Ooohs and ahhhs were a sure sign of approval from people watching the city's fireworks show Sunday night from a field above the middle school. There were showers around all evening, but they seemed to stay away during the fireworks show. 

A 62-year-old Anacortes man was cited for discharging a weapon in the city limits and intentionally wounding an animal after he fired 2 blow darts at his neighbor’s dog. 

Shoppers look for fireworks on the Swinomish Reservation as the Fourth approaches. The Anacortes Police remind city residents that fireworks are illegal at all times.

Fourth of July weekend always brings a brilliant group of farmers, bakers and inspired artists to the Farmers Market.  This week will not disappoint the local (and not so local) Farmer's Market connoisseur. 

The State Ferries system expects a record number of travel enthusiasts to access routes through Anacortes this Fourth of July weekend. Customers are strongly encouraged to extend their stay to avoid the peak travel times, and to have solid backup travel plans.

The Coast Guard expects an increase in boater traffic during the extended Independence Day weekend. It is important that all boaters are reminded of the following boating safety initiatives.