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

Art Shotwell 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 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 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.

Washington State Launches Investigation of Private Special Education Schools

Art Shotwell 7 minutes read
The inquiry and a sweeping reform bill follow a Seattle Times and ProPublica investigation that found allegations of abuse, overuse of isolation rooms and pressure to skimp on staffing and resources at the Northwest School of Innovative Learning.

Police Blotter, January 6 - 12, 2023

Anacortes Police 5 minutes read
A man was injured when he was assaulted by another man armed with brass knuckles with blades. 

Officers respond to swatting call early Thursday

Art Shotwell 1 minute read
Anacortes Police responded early Thursday morning to a 911 caller who said he had shot his boyfriend. The call ended up being a hoax, a case of swatting.