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Prescriptions for fruits and vegetables can improve the health of people with diabetes and other ailments, new study finds

The Conversation Aug. 29 2023 4 minutes read

When people taking part in 22 pilot programs across the US got free fruits and vegetables, their health improved.

Galleries open late Friday night

Anacortes Now Aug. 28 2023 3 minutes read

Galleries in downtown Anacortes will be open late this Friday night for Art Walk. We've got the list.

Anacortes Labor Day Solid Waste Schedule

Anacortes Now Aug. 28 2023 1 minute read

There will be no garbage service on Monday, September 4 in recognition of Labor Day. The city will collect both Monday and Tuesday customers on Tuesday, September 5.

Wildfires again force closure of North Cascades Highway

Anacortes Now Aug. 26 2023 2 minutes read

The state Department of Transportation warned of potential closures after the highway was recently re-opened.

Hikes: Next Door to "Close to Home"

Jack Hartt Aug. 24 2023 4 minutes read

Everyone who describes Cypress to me mentions wonderful places to camp and adventurous trails to explore.

North Cascades Highway Re-opened

Anacortes Now Aug. 23 2023 2 minutes read

North Cascades Highway was re-opened on Wednesday morning to through travel only. No stopping or camping are allowed.

Books: Medusa's Sisters

Anacortes Now Aug. 22 2023 2 minutes read

A vivid and moving reimagining of the myth of Medusa and the sisters who loved her. The end of the story is only the beginning… A debut novel from Seattle author Lauren J.A. Bear.

Few Firm Beliefs and Low Trust: Americans Not Sure What’s True in Age of Health Misinformation

KFF Health News Aug. 22 2023 5 minutes read

A new poll from KFF shows many Americans aren’t willing to embrace misinformation — but aren’t willing to reject it either. And they don’t know whom to trust.

Countywide Stage 2 Air Quality Burn Ban Ends

Anacortes Now Aug. 21 2023 1 minute read

The Northwest Clean Air Agency will end the Stage 2 Burn Ban for Skagit, Whatcom and Island Counties at noon on Tuesday because air quality has improved as shifting winds clear out wildfire smoke.

Police Blotter, August 11 - 17, 2023

Anacortes Police Aug. 21 2023 4 minutes read

Don’t leave the keys in your car because, as this first item illustrates, they just might get stolen.

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