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Even Political Rivals Agree That Medical Debt Is an Urgent Issue

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In red and blue states, state lawmakers from both parties are expanding protections for patients burdened by medical debt.

October First Friday Artwalk

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Head to downtown Anacortes for the monthly First Friday Artwalk this Friday.

Four highlights from the Washington secretary of state debate

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Incumbent Steve Hobbs, a Democrat, faces Republican challenger Dale Whitaker. Election security and ballot access are among the issue central to the race.

Police Blotter, September 20 - 26, 2024

anacortes-police-department-1This past week in Anacortes, more political signs disappearing and another cyberscam victim.  

5 takeaways from the superintendent of public instruction debate

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Incumbent Chris Reykdal and David Olson disagreed about school funding and parental-rights policies, but found moments of accord.

Police Blotter, September 13 - 19, 2024

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Two cybertheft cases were reported to police this week. One may have cost a party $10,000.

More than 60% of Washington voters 18-35 favor Harris over Trump

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The Cascade PBS/Elway poll found younger voters are more optimistic about the election, though they are less likely to vote than other age groups.

Hikes: Saying Goodbye to Our Home

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How many places have you lived? It counts if you moved everything with you and never moved back to the same house.

Reichert strikes different tone in second debate with Ferguson

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The two candidates for Washington governor clashed over abortion, public safety and who will be a better change agent. It’s the last time they are expected to meet before Election Day.

Herrera Beutler and Upthegrove square-off in WA lands commissioner debate

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The candidates disagreed on land management and timber strategies as they compete for the job of running the state agency that oversees millions of acres of public land.