Anacortes Today Blog

February 17, 2012

Suffocating defense leads to state

Anacortes boys basketball players bounced back in a big way from a district playoffs loss earlier in the week, defeating Sultan 66-42 Thursday night to secure a bid in the state 2A tournament. The Seahawks’ next game will be Saturday night … Continue reading

February 12, 2012

Drum line, er, circle!

Saturday night’s boys basketball game featured music by members of the AHS Band, some of whom gathered in a circle on court following the Hawks’ 63-55 victory over Archbishop Murphy. The music was a great element of an exciting evening. … Continue reading

February 8, 2012

Full moon inspiration

Take one palm tree, add a full moon … and you’ve got a very creative Fidalgo Island image. Creator/photographer was Tyler Starkovich, who was gracious enough to share his photo with AnacortesToday.com. Look for more of Tyler’s photos in the … Continue reading

February 7, 2012

Port hits the Internet to promote marina

Local video producer Laurie Lyon summarizes the focus of a new video funded by the Port of Anacortes: “This video is a bit like a ‘walkabout’ in and around Cap Sante Boat Haven, with friendly Harbormaster Dale Fowler. Executive Director … Continue reading

February 6, 2012

Setting sun, rising moon

I started out for Cap Sante late this afternoon, but I never made it, opting instead to head for “T” Avenue and the views from the community’s “industrial” area. Featured here are Mt. Baker, the moon and a tanker at … Continue reading

February 6, 2012

KVOS TV station sold

I just learned that the sale of KVOS has been finalized and now most of its employees have been laid off, effective around March 5. KVOS will remain on the air and will continue to be an affiliate of the … Continue reading

February 2, 2012

Steel span against orange sky

Except for days when the entire area is socked in with fog, there are no “off” days at Deception Pass. This stunning sunset photo was taken by friend Wayne Martin (not sure when). Once again, Wayne, thanks for sharing!

January 31, 2012

Name these Anacortes musicians

The place was Causland Park, and the event was … well, one of the most important days in the lives of two young Anacortesans. Now the question: Who are the two musicians pictured here?

January 23, 2012

Dogs on Call Seeks Volunteers

Dogs on Call is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization comprised of certified therapy dog teams. Certified therapy dogs are dogs that have passed a number of tests for temperament and behavior and are certified and insured by a national organization to … Continue reading

January 22, 2012

Americana on ice

Stuck in a snowbank during the recent snow was this classic American tricycle, spotted and photographed by Wayne Martin. It’s no Big Wheel, but these trikes dominated in the category of longevity.

January 19, 2012

Crystallized garden display

Wayne Martin tackled the snow in south Mount Vernon to capture this beautiful image at Skagit Gardens.

January 17, 2012

Rockfish to welcome new neighbor

These taps behind the bar hint of many “new and shiny” elements that will soon greet customers at the business formerly known as the Watertown. Renovation crews are working long hours as the opening of the “H2O” draws close. Downtown … Continue reading

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