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Books: Maurice by Jessixa Bagley

Anacortes Now May. 10 2023 3 minutes read

Set in Paris, and filled with stunning illustrations of the city, this little picture book by Seattle author Jessixa Bagley, about a street musician who is forced to adapt to a quickly changing world is absolutely sweet and a little bit heartbreaking.

Police Blotter. April 28 - May 4, 2023

Anacortes Police May. 9 2023 6 minutes read

Anacortes Police are investigating an assault that led to the victim being sent to a Seattle hospital.

North Cascades Highway opens Wednesday

Anacortes Now May. 8 2023 2 minutes read

After reviewing conditions along the route on Monday morning, the WSDOT clearing crew supervisor confirmed that SR 20 North Cascades will open at 10 a.m. this Wednesday, May 10.

Complaints Monday of gas smell in Anacortes

Anacortes Now May. 8 2023 1 minute read

At approximately 8:50 am this morning, the Marathon refinery received odor complaints from the local community.

Anacortes Police charge man with possession of stolen firearm

Anacortes Police May. 8 2023 2 minutes read

Anacortes Police report that they arrested and charged a man with possessing a stolen firearm after discovering the firearm in a holster during a welfare check.

In Idaho, Taking a Minor Out of State for an Abortion Is Now a Crime: ‘Abortion Trafficking’

KFF Health News May. 8 2023 7 minutes read

Under the nation’s first law of its kind, teens must have parental consent to travel for medical care, including in cases of sexual assault or rape.

Studies: Consistent meditation practice lowers depression, anxiety and self-criticism

The Conversation May. 6 2023 7 minutes read

Mindfulness, meditation and self-compassion – a clinical psychologist explains how these science-backed practices can improve mental health.

Books: A Fever in the Heartland

Anacortes Now May. 6 2023 2 minutes read

An instant New York Times bestseller, this historical thriller explains much of the dark side of modern life through a history tale from a hundred years ago.

Anacortes galleries open Friday evening

Anacortes Now May. 4 2023 2 minutes read

Enjoy the First Friday Artwalk on Friday, May 5  from 6pm – 8pm in downtown Anacortes. We've got the list.

States Prepare to Send Checks to Consumers Tricked Into Paying for TurboTax

ProPublica May. 4 2023 3 minutes read

A year after a $141 million settlement with Intuit, the maker of TurboTax, that emerged from an investigation sparked by ProPublica’s reporting, 4.4 million customers will receive compensation.

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