In the News

Governor John Spellman passes away

The Seattle Times reports this morning that John D. Spellman, Washington’s last Republican governor and the first King County executive, has died at age 91. Spellman died early Tuesday at Virginia Mason Medical Center after contracting pneumonia. Spellman served one term as governor. He is pictured here in the early Eighties with the late Jim […]

Rosario adventures

Sunday sun drew adventurers of all kinds to Rosario at Deception Pass State Park Sunday. Some settled for a relaxing hike, others scrambled on shoreline rocks. Some paddleboarded, others chose the kayak as their means of transportation. There were birders and photographers, picknickers and a couple with grandchildren in tow. Another beautiful day in one […]

Arts Festival seeks applicants

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Wagoner appointed to legislature

A presidential selection last year paved the way for the appointment of Sedro-Woolley Mayor Keith Wagoner to the state senate yesterday. Kirk Pearson, R-Monroe, was named U.S. Department of Agriculture director of rural development for Washington state. Pearson had represented the 39th District, including parts of King, Skagit and Snohomish counties. On Wednesday Skagit County […]

First Day Hike 2018

What a wonderful way to start the new year! This morning I joined an enthusiastic group of folks for the “First Day Hike” at Deception Pass State Park. Thanks to the park system and to the Deception Pass State Park Foundation for hosting this free event. The morning started cold, but the sun brought higher […]

Pictorial Year in Review Fourth Quarter 2017

Pictorial Year in Review Quarter Three 2017

Photos from July through September 2017.

Pictorial Year in Review Quarter Two 2017

Photos from April through June 2017.

Pictorial Year in Review Quarter One 2017

Year in Review photos, January through March 2017.

Scenes from the trail

In addition to exercise, a walk across Fidalgo Bay on the Tommy Thompson Trail yields many opportunities to view area wildlife.

Downtown Christmas lights

Christmas night lights, downtown Anacortes, 2017.

AHS canary stage

Workers at the site of the new Anacortes High School enjoy a break in the weather, with patches of blue Monday to set off the bright yellow of exterior sheathing.