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Washington lawmakers look to raise spending on K-12 schools

Washington State Standard Feb. 27 2024 4 minutes read

But the House and Senate differ in how they want to direct the additional money. Discussions come as some school districts are dealing with budget pressure.

Art Walk and Jazz Walk this Friday

Anacortes Now Feb. 27 2024 3 minutes read

Head downtown this Friday evening for Art Walk (6-8pm) and Jazz Walk (6-9pm) for a fun time.

Plan for 7% statewide cap on rent increases fails in Washington Legislature

Washington State Standard Feb. 27 2024 7 minutes read

Democrats, who control the House and Senate, are divided over moving ahead with the policy.

Fun Facts: West Coast Out-Paces rest of Country in Lost Tooth Value

Anacortes Now Feb. 27 2024 3 minutes read

The tooth fairy (aka parents) now pays more for lost teeth in the west and in Washington state than in the rest of the nation, according to a new poll.

Police Blotter, February 16 - 22, 2024

Anacortes Police Feb. 26 2024 4 minutes read

More vehicle prowls this week, as well as another cyber fraud report, with a possible loss of $500.

Washington’s presidential primary is underway. Are you ready?

Washington State Standard Feb. 26 2024 4 minutes read

Voters began receiving ballots last week for Washington’s March 12 presidential primary.

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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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