With Polio’s Return, Here’s What Back-to-Schoolers Need to Know

Art Shotwell 8 minutes read
Because polio has been vanishingly rare in the United States for nearly a half-century, doctors may not consider it when diagnosing patients with typical symptoms. Here are the signs and the science behind an infectious disease that is largely a mystery to modern society.

Rail Strike Could Impact County Solid Waste

Art Shotwell 2 minutes read
Due to the looming possibility of a railroad strike, Skagit County Solid Waste is preparing for possible temporary facility closures of their transfer stations.

Police Blotter, September 2 - 8, 2022

Anacortes Police 5 minutes read
A 73-year-old Anacortes man reported that he had been scammed out of about $2,450. 

While Inflation Takes a Toll on Senior Citizens, Billions of Dollars in Benefits Go Unused

Art Shotwell 8 minutes read
With prices of necessities rising dramatically, many older Americans are having trouble making ends meet. They often don’t know that help is available from a variety of programs, and some sources of financial assistance are underused.

Preventing litter is “Simple As That,” says new campaign in Washington

Art Shotwell 4 minutes read
Statewide effort encourages people to use a litter bag and talk to their family and friends about littering.

Police Ask for Help in Missing Person Case

Anacortes Police 2 minutes read
Almost two years ago, Anacortes resident Laynee Westbrook was first reported missing. That call came in the form of a welfare check request from her mother, and the case file related to her disappearance has only grown since that September night.