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Anacortes Middle School assistant principal to move up

Art Shotwell Jun. 2 2022 2 minutes read
Kia duNann has been named as the next principal at Anacortes Middle School, effective July 1, 2022.

Police Blotter, May 20 - 26, 2022

Anacortes Police May. 31 2022 6 minutes read
A rash of thefts of catalytic converters from cars continued this week with thefts from five vehicles in one lot.

The lasting consequences of school shootings on the students who survive them

Art Shotwell May. 31 2022 5 minutes read
As the U.S. reels from another school shooting, much of the public discussion has centered on the lives lost: 19 children and two adults.

Got Long Covid? Medical Expertise Is Vital, and Seniors Should Prepare to Go Slow

Art Shotwell May. 31 2022 8 minutes read
Although identifying long covid in older adults can be tricky, experts say there are good strategies for getting medical advice and fighting the impact of the virus.

The forgotten history of Memorial Day

Art Shotwell May. 30 2022 5 minutes read
Cities and towns across America have for more than a century claimed to be the holiday’s birthplace, but we have sifted through the myths and half-truths.

Arming teachers – an effective security measure or a false sense of security?

Art Shotwell May. 30 2022 6 minutes read
According to a 2021 poll, 43% of Americans supported policies that allow school personnel to carry guns in schools.

Roundabout construction scheduled for 32nd & M

Art Shotwell May. 26 2022 2 minutes read
2022 0526roundabout
Construction begins next May 31 on a roundabout at the 32nd Street & M Avenue Intersection.

Erin Duez named as next AHS principal

Art Shotwell May. 26 2022 2 minutes read
Erin Duez will be the new principal at Anacortes High School, effective July 1. She is currently principal at Cap Sante High School and is assistant principal at Anacortes High School. 

After mass shootings like Uvalde, national gun control fails – but states often loosen gun laws

Art Shotwell May. 25 2022 6 minutes read
Calls for new gun legislation that previously failed to pass Congress are being raised again after the May 24, 2022, mass shooting at an elementary school in the small town of Uvalde, Texas.

Skagit County COVID Update: May 25, 2022

Art Shotwell May. 25 2022 3 minutes read
Two new COVID-19 related deaths were reported in Skagit County this week. Meanwhile, Skagit County’s 7-day case rate has increased by 13 percent since last week and the 7-day hospitalization rate increased by 63 percent. 

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