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Police Blotter, June 17 - July 3, 2020

Anacortes Police Jul. 6 2020 8 minutes read

Several residents reported attempted scams this week, including one in which someone opened a fraudulent credit card account, then ran up charges of nearly $10,000.

What Senior Citizens Should Know Before Going Ahead With Elective Procedures

Art Shotwell Jul. 6 2020 7 minutes read

People who put off care as COVID-19 surged are easing back into the medical system. Here’s how to know if it’s safe.

Agonizing Lag in Coronavirus Research Puts Pregnant Women and Babies at Risk

Art Shotwell Jul. 6 2020 13 minutes read

After months of asserting pregnant women were not at high risk for the coronavirus, the CDC recently released a study with sobering findings for expectant mothers. Experts say the data gaps are almost as worrisome as the results.

Mayor Gere Hosts 4th of July Patriotic Address

Art Shotwell Jul. 2 2020 14 minutes read

The 4^th of July is one of my favorite holidays, we celebrate the birth of our nation, with family and friends. Today I am sharing some of the history of the 4^th of July celebrations written by Elaine Walker, Wallie Funk, Captain John See, and our Founding Fathers.

Hollowed-Out Public Health System Faces More Cuts Amid Virus

Art Shotwell Jul. 2 2020 17 minutes read

The U.S. public health system has been starved for decades and lacks the resources necessary to confront the worst health crisis in a century.

Samish Nation plans to update Hazard Mitigation Plan

Art Shotwell Jul. 2 2020 2 minutes read

The Samish Indian Nation is embarking on a planning process to prepare for impacts of natural disasters.

School District Recognizes Outgoing Superintendent

Art Shotwell Jul. 2 2020 2 minutes read

Dr. Mark Wenzel was recognized at a special board meeting last week for his tremendous contributions to the Anacortes School District as superintendent for the past seven years.

Police Blotter, June 20 - 26, 2020

Anacortes Police Jun. 30 2020 9 minutes read

Anacortes police are looking for a man who reportedly attempted to grab a teenager near Cranberry Lake in the forest lands on June 25.

Has the IRS Hit Bottom?

Art Shotwell Jun. 30 2020 6 minutes read

Every year, the IRS annual report is an opportunity to measure how effectively the U.S. government has sabotaged its own ability to enforce its tax laws. This year’s report signals historic lows for U.S. tax enforcement.

Workers Filed More Than 4,100 Complaints About Protective Gear; Some Still Died

Art Shotwell Jun. 30 2020 10 minutes read

As health workers were dying of COVID-19, federal work-safety officials filed just one citation against an employer and rapidly closed complaints about protective gear.

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Police Blotter, June 17 - July 3, 2020

Several residents reported attempted scams this week, including one in which someone opened a fraudulent credit card account, then ran up charges of nearly $10,000.

What Senior Citizens Should Know Before Going Ahead With Elective Procedures

People who put off care as COVID-19 surged are easing back into the medical system. Here’s how to know if it’s safe.

Agonizing Lag in Coronavirus Research Puts Pregnant Women and Babies at Risk

After months of asserting pregnant women were not at high risk for the coronavirus, the CDC recently released a study with sobering findings for expectant mothers. Experts say the data gaps are almost as worrisome as the results.

Mayor Gere Hosts 4th of July Patriotic Address

The 4^th of July is one of my favorite holidays, we celebrate the birth of our nation, with family and friends. Today I am sharing some of the history of the 4^th of July celebrations written by Elaine Walker, Wallie Funk, Captain John See, and our Founding Fathers.

Hollowed-Out Public Health System Faces More Cuts Amid Virus

The U.S. public health system has been starved for decades and lacks the resources necessary to confront the worst health crisis in a century.

Samish Nation plans to update Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Samish Indian Nation is embarking on a planning process to prepare for impacts of natural disasters.

School District Recognizes Outgoing Superintendent

Dr. Mark Wenzel was recognized at a special board meeting last week for his tremendous contributions to the Anacortes School District as superintendent for the past seven years.

Police Blotter, June 20 - 26, 2020

Anacortes police are looking for a man who reportedly attempted to grab a teenager near Cranberry Lake in the forest lands on June 25.

Has the IRS Hit Bottom?

Every year, the IRS annual report is an opportunity to measure how effectively the U.S. government has sabotaged its own ability to enforce its tax laws. This year’s report signals historic lows for U.S. tax enforcement.

Workers Filed More Than 4,100 Complaints About Protective Gear; Some Still Died

As health workers were dying of COVID-19, federal work-safety officials filed just one citation against an employer and rapidly closed complaints about protective gear.

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Several residents reported attempted scams this week, including one in which someone opened a fraudulent credit card account, then ran up charges of nearly $10,000.

People who put off care as COVID-19 surged are easing back into the medical system. Here’s how to know if it’s safe.

After months of asserting pregnant women were not at high risk for the coronavirus, the CDC recently released a study with sobering findings for expectant mothers. Experts say the data gaps are almost as worrisome as the results.

The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays, we celebrate the birth of our nation, with family and friends. Today I am sharing some of the history of the 4th of July celebrations written by Elaine Walker, Wallie Funk, Captain John See, and our Founding Fathers.

The U.S. public health system has been starved for decades and lacks the resources necessary to confront the worst health crisis in a century.

The Samish Indian Nation is embarking on a planning process to prepare for impacts of natural disasters.

Dr. Mark Wenzel was recognized at a special board meeting last week for his tremendous contributions to the Anacortes School District as superintendent for the past seven years.

Anacortes police are looking for a man who reportedly attempted to grab a teenager near Cranberry Lake in the forest lands on June 25.

Every year, the IRS annual report is an opportunity to measure how effectively the U.S. government has sabotaged its own ability to enforce its tax laws. This year’s report signals historic lows for U.S. tax enforcement.

As health workers were dying of COVID-19, federal work-safety officials filed just one citation against an employer and rapidly closed complaints about protective gear.

The 4^th of July is one of my favorite holidays, we celebrate the birth of our nation, with family and friends. Today I am sharing some of the history of the 4^th of July celebrations written by Elaine Walker, Wallie Funk, Captain John See, and our Founding Fathers.