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Snow ending by noon but warning continues

Art Shotwell Dec. 20 2022 2 minutes read
A winter storm warning continunes until 7pm Tuesday night, with more snow due lateer this week.

Winter Storm Warning

Art Shotwell Dec. 19 2022 1 minute read
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for northwest Washington starting this evening and lasting until Tuesday night.

Police Blotter, December 9 - 14, 2022

Anacortes Police Dec. 19 2022 4 minutes read
Several thefts were reported to Anacortes Police this week.

Inflation, unemployment, the housing crisis and a possible recession: Two economists forecast what’s ahead in 2023

Art Shotwell Dec. 19 2022 6 minutes read
Although many say the economic outlook for next year appears bleak, there is room for optimism.

The Christmas tree is a tradition older than Christmas

Art Shotwell Dec. 15 2022 7 minutes read
Evergreens have long served as symbols of life during the bleakness of winter. But Queen Victoria spurred the tradition that has become a global phenomenon.

States Challenge Biden to Lower Drug Prices by Allowing Imports From Canada

Art Shotwell Dec. 15 2022 6 minutes read
Colorado has joined Florida, New Hampshire, and New Mexico in seeking federal permission to import prescription drugs from Canada. President Joe Biden endorsed the approach in his 2020 campaign but has yet to approve any state plan.

Marilyn Hanesworth resigning from school board

Art Shotwell Dec. 13 2022 2 minutes read
Anacortes School Board Director Marilyn Hanesworth has announced her resignation from the school board, effective January 19 of next year.

Police Blotter, December 2 - 8, 2022

Anacortes Police Dec. 13 2022 4 minutes read
As we get deeper into the Christmas holiday season, Anacortes Police investigated several burglaries at local businesses.

Washington State Proposes Reforms for Special Education Schools

Art Shotwell Dec. 13 2022 7 minutes read
Education officials cite Seattle Times/ProPublica investigation that showed state failed to address complaints about abuse, lack of academics.

How Medicare Advantage Plans Dodged Auditors and Overcharged Taxpayers by Millions

Art Shotwell Dec. 13 2022 8 minutes read
Facing rare scrutiny from federal auditors, some Medicare Advantage health plans failed to produce any records to justify their payments, government records show. The audits revealed millions of dollars in overcharges to Medicare over three years.

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