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How California’s ambitious new climate plan could help speed energy transformation around the world

Art Shotwell Jan. 26 2023 8 minutes read
California is one of the world’s largest economies, and it’s aiming for net-zero emissions by 2045. A transportation expert involved in the plan explains why it just might succeed.

Police Blotter, January 13 - 19, 2023

Anacortes Police Jan. 25 2023 5 minutes read

Bold thieves stole more than $500 in alcohol and other items from a local grocery store by simply rolling their items out of the store in shopping carts.

Dash & Splash fundraiser February 18

Art Shotwell Jan. 24 2023 2 minutes read
The Skagit County Dash and Splash, a fundraiser for Special Olympics, is set for February 18 in Anacortes and will be in person this year. The Dash and Splash is a combination of a 5K Fun Run/Walk and a Polar Plunge.

Promoters of Election Lies Also Hyped a Hospital for Ukraine. That Never Happened Either.

Art Shotwell Jan. 24 2023 10 minutes read
True the Vote, a group that spread discredited election conspiracy theories, “abandoned” The Freedom Hospital in April 2022, according to its lawyers. Yet board member Gregg Phillips continued to seek donations for the project for months afterward.

Four School Board Candidates set for Public Interviews

Art Shotwell Jan. 23 2023 1 minute read
The Anacortes School Board will interview four candidates for temporary appointment to the school board, filling the remainder of Marilyn Hanesworth’s seat which expires in November, 2023. 

Horror and anguish are playing out on repeat following the latest mass shooting – and the mental health scars extend far beyond those directly affected

Art Shotwell Jan. 23 2023 7 minutes read
Even people who are only indirectly exposed to these repeat tragedies, such as first responders and those affected by media coverage, can experience profound and long-lasting grief.
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