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Decades of public messages about recycling in the US have crowded out more sustainable ways to manage waste

The Conversation Jul. 24 2023 7 minutes read

New research shows that Americans may have absorbed public messaging about the importance of recycling too well.

Blame capitalism? Why hundreds of decades-old yet vital drugs are nearly impossible to find

The Conversation Jul. 20 2023 6 minutes read

The shortages, which have been going on for years, have typically affected only low-cost generics rather than profitable brand-name drugs.

Police Blotter, July 7- 13, 2023

Anacortes Police Jul. 17 2023 4 minutes read

A man who was sleeping aboard his boat at a marina in Anacortes was awakened by a woman climbing on board with bedding, apparently planning on spending the night.

Support for legacy admissions is rooted in racial hierarchy

The Conversation Jul. 13 2023 7 minutes read

Some colleges grant preferential treatment in the admission process to children of alumni. A researcher examines what’s behind people’s support for the practice.

Hikes: Visiting the Home of Giants

Jack Hartt Jul. 12 2023 5 minutes read

Do you remember when you were in kindergarten or first grade, and you looked at the sixth graders down the hall and thought they were like giants, almost as big as adults? I was in awe of them. I felt very small.

School District proposing higher student fees

Anacortes Now Jul. 11 2023 2 minutes read

The Anacortes School District is proposing higher fees for student activities and athletics.

Anti-LGBTQ laws in the US are getting struck down for limiting free speech of drag queens and doctors

The Conversation Jul. 11 2023 5 minutes read

A number of judges who considered challenges to anti-LGBTQ legislation passed by state lawmakers in 2023 had strong words for how the laws violated the First Amendment.

Police Blotter, June 30 - July 6, 2023

Anacortes Police Jul. 10 2023 5 minutes read

Anacortes Police reported about 23 fireworks complaints during swing shift and graveyard shift on July Fourth.

How Health Care May Be Affected by the High Court’s Affirmative Action Ruling

KFF Health News Jul. 8 2023 6 minutes read

Some medical professionals warn that the Supreme Court’s recent ruling against using race as a factor in admissions could have far-reaching implications for the diversity of medical students, the practice of medicine, and patient care. Here’s what you need to know.

Anacortes Galleries open Friday late

Anacortes Now Jul. 6 2023 3 minutes read

Head to downtown Anacortes Friday evening for First Friday Artwalk on Friday, July 7th from 6pm – 8pm.

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