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New study tallies the litter accumulating on Washington’s roads and public spaces

Anacortes Now Sep. 19 2023 5 minutes read

Stopping litter at its source is the focus of a new statewide campaign

‘Dr. Google’ Meets Its Match: Dr. ChatGPT

KFF Health News Sep. 12 2023 7 minutes read

With the rise of generative AI, people who once turned to “Dr. Google” to check on medical symptoms are now turning to chatbots. Researchers say the bots are often more accurate, but urge caution in the absence of any regulations.

Police Blotter, September 1 - 7, 2023

Anacortes Police Sep. 11 2023 5 minutes read

A man who was yelling and was swinging a machete while in the state ferry line got other nervous.

What schools teach about 9/11 and the war on terror

The Conversation Sep. 11 2023 6 minutes read

The 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks is an opportunity for teachers to focus less on recreating the day and more on what students can learn from it, two curriculum experts argue.

Hikes: Two if by Day, None if by Night

Jack Hartt Sep. 7 2023 4 minutes read

A helicopter hovering overhead always gets your attention. For those in need, it is a most welcome sight and sound.

Uptick in Covid cases in Skagit County

Anacortes Now Sep. 7 2023 1 minute read

the Skagit County Health Department says the county’s COVID-19 7-day case rate has increased over the past week.

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