Newly available over-the-counter hearing aids offer many benefits, but consumers should be aware of the potential drawbacks

Art Shotwell 5 minutes read
They are easy to get, and far less costly than prescription hearing aids. But over-the-counter devices are not the answer for everyone with hearing issues.

The important role played by secretaries of state in administering fair elections is changing – and not in a good way

Art Shotwell 6 minutes read
What happens if the public loses faith in fair elections? That’s the question being asked as candidates influenced by Donald Trump aim to become the chief election officials in their states.

Anacortes PD hosting drug take-back event Oct. 29

Art Shotwell 1 minute read
Unused prescription, over-the-counter drugs will be accepted.

Wildfire smoke prompts air quality burn ban in Skagit, Island, Whatcom counties

Art Shotwell 2 minutes read
The Northwest Clean Air Agency is calling a Stage 2 air quality burn ban for Skagit, Island, and Whatcom counties because harmful levels of wildfire smoke continue to impact local air quality.

How to Help People Vote in the 2022 Midterm Elections

Art Shotwell 6 minutes read
Here are some ways you can help spread factual information about voting rights and resources ahead of the midterms.

Wildfires reshape forests and change the behavior of animals that live there

Art Shotwell 6 minutes read
Wildfires are remaking western US forests, including here in Washington. Decisions about managing forests that have burned should factor in how fires change animal behavior and interactions between predators and prey.