Photos by Tag: state
Yakima Mt. Baker
Summer months mean lots of ferry traffic. August means heavier traffic than usual, and Mt. Baker is more likely to make an appearance.
Luncheon levity
A major “draw” at Chamber of Commerce functions is the opportunity to build relationships and enjoy those already established. Even when the program is serious, such as this week’s “State of the City” report by Mayor Dean Maxwell, there are inevitably “lighter side” moments. Pictured here responding to Mayor Maxwell’s hints at youthful antics are […]
State tourism director
Washington State Tourism Executive Director Marsha Massey (standing) visited Anacortes Thursday as part of a statewide swing to talk about tourism initiatives. She spoke of a recent “facelift” on the state tourism website homepage, and displayed a 2010 tourism guide “hot off the press.” A key element of Massey’s round-the-state visit is to gain feedback […]
Winner to state
Players on the AHS varsity baseball team celebrate victory over Archbishop Murphy High School in the bottom of the 7th inning Tuesday at Daniels Field. Kyle Knudsen (8) scored the winning run on a hit by AJ Miles (far right), assuring the Seahawks a berth at the state tournament. Congratulating Knudsen is teammate Kyle LaRue, […]
Off to State!
The sun emerged and crowds gathered on Anacortes streets Tuesday to cheer Anacortes athletes on their way to the state basketball tournament in Tacoma. Both boys and girls varsity teams enter the tournament with dreams of a state championship by the end of the day Saturday, March 10. A convoy of students departed about 11:15 […]
State of the City
Mayor Dean Maxwell delivered his annual “State of the City” report Thursday to a crowd of almost 100 Chamber of Commerce members. Among highlights of Maxwell’s report was a tribute to city employees who responded in dramatic fashion to weather challenges posed in the past several months. The mayor’s tribute to city employees drew applause […]
Post-storm activity
Work continues in the aftermath of last week’s devastating windstorm, as evidenced by this state Department of Transportation crewman working Monday at the intersection of 7th and Commercial Avenue in downtown Anacortes.
Ferry exit
A state ferry swings toward the San Juan Islands just after leaving the Anacortes terminal at Ship Harbor. For a romantic outing take your favorite person, add picnic lunch and dessert from a local restaurant, purchase walk-on tickets to Friday Harbor and find yourself a quiet table by the window. If time’s an issue, you […]