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Police Blotter, October 20 - 26, 2023

Anacortes Police Oct. 31 2023 6 minutes read

Sometimes a completely innocuous event could lead to violence and a 911 call to police.

Solid Waste Holiday Schedule: Veteran's Day

Anacortes Now Oct. 31 2023 1 minute read

In recognition of Veteran's Day there will be no garbage service on Friday, November 10, 2023.  

How to Balance School and Family Life as a Stay-At-Home Parent

Anacortes Now Oct. 31 2023 5 minutes read

Being a stay-at-home parent is a full-time job in and of itself, so the thought of going back to school may seem daunting.

A New Era of Vaccines Leaves Old Questions About Prices Unanswered

KFF Health News Oct. 30 2023 7 minutes read

The CDC’s RSV vaccination recommendations beg the question: How much should an immunization that will possibly be given to millions of Americans cost to be truly valuable?

How you can help prevent your ballot from getting rejected

Washington State Standard Oct. 30 2023 4 minutes read

Most Washington voters won’t have to worry about whether their ballot is counted: researchers found 98% to 99% of ballots are processed without incident.

Back in the 1960s, the push for parental rights over school standards was not led by white conservatives but by Black and Latino parents

The Conversation Oct. 26 2023 5 minutes read

With control over the Virginia Legislature at stake in the Nov. 7 election, the historic battle over what is taught in public schools remains a priority for both Democrats and Republicans.

Hikes: Like Walking in a Collage

Jack Hartt Oct. 24 2023 4 minutes read

We had just spent six days on the road, camping along most of the Oregon Coast. We came home tired and road weary, with great memories of our ocean beach explorations, but sore butts from the hundreds of miles of rain-slickened winding highways.

Police Blotter, October 13 - 19, 2023

Anacortes Police Oct. 24 2023 5 minutes read

More reports of possible mail theft in Anacortes. 

Sparring on WA initiatives begins as signature-gathering continues

Washington State Standard Oct. 24 2023 5 minutes read

Measures to repeal capital gains tax and carbon pricing program are popular, sponsors say. Polling conducted earlier this month found otherwise, foes counter.

Guemes Island Ferry workers win substantial raises

Anacortes Now Oct. 17 2023 3 minutes read

The Skagit County Board of County Commissioners approved on Monday a four-year contract for Guemes Island Ferry workers with raises totalling 16 percent.

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