In the News
Port publishes draft budget
Now available for review is the draft 2019 budget for the Port of Anacortes. Click on graphic to link to the report.
Veterans Day past
With Veterans Day 2018 just around the corner I thought it appropriate to take this “Throwback Thursday” trip back to Veterans Day 2001, when hundreds of Island View Elementary students gathered for an assembly at Anacortes High School’s Williams Gym. Veterans included not only speakers but parents, family members and neighbors in the crowd. A […]
Vintage fun!
Two days of color and excitement came to a close Saturday at 4 p.m. as the curtain dropped on the 2018 Anacortes Vintage Market & Gift Show. The show, sponsored by Sassyfrassco.com, draws a regional crowd and many repeat vendors. The event is held at the Port of Anacortes Transit Shed and Event Center. To […]
Newspaper wins top honors
Our hometown newspaper earned top honors at a recent trade conference: 1st Place in General Excellence from the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association (WNPA). Kudos to the team that brings us the Anacortes American each week! A strong community newspaper contributes to the health of the city we call home.
Sun rises on Ship Harbor
Scenes from a beautiful fall morning walk at Ship Harbor, Anacortes. Shots include a faint Mt. Baker, an eagle perched next to an osprey nest and a ferry traveler learning about local history at an interpretive kiosk.
Chamber hosts pre-election forum
Twenty-one candidates including numerous incumbents gathered Thursday in Anacortes for a well-attended Candidates Forum sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Office seekers ranged from legislators to judges, prosecuting attorney, county officials, utility district and initiative representatives. Election Day is just a few weeks away. Kudos to the Chamber for providing this forum. To view all […]
Motorcyles and more
Oyster Run 2018 is just hours away from a wrap on a beautiful fall Sunday. Here are scenes from the afternoon, ranging from motorcycles to hot rods, Banditos to street evangelist. (To scroll through photos, left click on first image, then on tiny arrow on right side of each image.)
Friday night football sideline scenes
They are not all pictured here, but this represents a few of the coaching moments and support activities associated with last Friday’s Anacortes High School football opener. Just a reminder that some of the most important elements of the game lie off the field…
Li’l ‘Hawks in the house
Future Anacortes Seahawks were in the stands for the Friday night opener against Roosevelt, and many had the opportunity to strut their stuff on the field during halftime. Kudos to volunteer coaches, making memories and contributing to disciplines including commitment and teamwork.
Anacortes football action
Anacortes High School football fans enjoyed a great evening of action Friday, August 31 as the season opener was held with non-conference opponent Roosevelt High School of Seattle. The Hawks ultimately dropped the contest 34-7 but there were many bright spots both defensively and offensively that point to an exciting season ahead. This game was […]
Museum hosts celebration!
The Anacortes Museum celebrated two big anniversaries on Thursday afternoon: It’s been 50 years since the museum opened in the Carnegie Library building, and 60 years since the Anacortes Museum of History Board was established. In recognition of these milestones, the museum courtyard was redesigned to make it inviting for folks who want to enjoy […]
Demolition as new building readied
Demolition continues on most of the main building of Anacortes High School as the new building is readied for students, with “Seahawk Start Up” activities to take place at the new building on Thursday, August 30 for students in grades 10-12 and Friday, August 31 for students in grade 9. First day of school is […]
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