In the News
Crown city clock
Volunteers “crowned the clock” on Commercial Avenue Wednesday, July 2. The J.C. Leadbetter clock is located on the sidewalk in front of the Brown Lantern. An ornate, custom-made crown was placed as a seven-year project came to an end. Support came from the Anacortes Museum Foundation and the Anacortes Noon Kiwanis Club.
Walk to fight cancer
Once again, the American Cancer Society Relay for Life was a great success in Anacortes. The event, which took place June 27 and 28, drew hundreds of volunteers aimed at a fund-raising goal of $160,000. These photographs were taken by my son-in-law, Brian Tyhuis.
Running with Tesoro
Dozens of runners of all ages and skill levels descended upon Anacortes Saturday, June 28 for the annual Tesoro March Point Run. This event is actually three-in-one, featuring a free kids’ half-mile, a 5K and a 10K. Presenting awards was refinery manager Don Sorensen, who also ran the 5K with his family. The opening kids’ […]
Blossoms open
A mid-morning walk through the garden yielded rewards. Here comes the sun.
Commencement 08
Class of 2008, Anacortes High School, Friday, June 13 at Williams Gym. Images include seniors Jordan Freeman (hug before receiving diploma) and Matt Phelan, who poses with his family shortly before hopping onto a bus for their Senior trip.
Our Town Our Park IV
Young and old, skilled and simply enthusiastic … they gathered by the dozens to contribute to completion of the “Our Town Our Park” project at Storvik Park.
Our Town Our Park III
Volunteer crews showed up again in force Sunday, June 1 for the final push to complete the Our Town Our Park project at Storvik Park off 32nd Avenue. See more photos in other “Activities” sections.
Our Town Our Park II
So many volunteers! This project at Storvik Park deserves all the attention it can get … a phenomenal example of a community working together, from City Hall to oil refinery, from retired volunteer to service club group.
Our Town Our Park I
After months on the drawing table, major park improvements are underway at Storvik Park on 32nd Avenue. Dozens of volunteers have teamed with professional designer/contractors to build a new playground at this popular park. Plans call for a construction period from May 29 – June 1. In addition to the city, labor and financial support […]
Grand View ceremony
About two dozen people gathered Monday morning at Grand View Cemetery in Anacortes for one of three services conducted by members of the local American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) organizations. The day began with a ceremony on Guemes Island, followed by Grand View and Fern Hill cemetery events. Today we recall the […]
Marina celebration
Several dozen people gathered under sunny skies Friday, May 16 for a pair of ribbon cuttings celebrating completion of major projects at Cap Sante Boat Haven. Pictured here are Port Commission President Bill Short; Port project leaders Becky Darden and Jenkins Dossen cutting a ribbon on the south end of the new marina esplanade; Port […]
Rock the dock
It was “Rock the Dock” time Friday night at the Port of Anacortes warehouse on the Guemes Channel. This annual Waterfront Festival gala is sponsored by the Economic Development Association of Skagit County (EDASC), so it draws folks from all corners of the county. The weather was wonderful, so most gathered on the pier outside […]