In the News
Salvation Army honors volunteers
Salvation Army Anacortes Corps officers Josh and Ryan Boyd hosted a dessert reception Friday night to honor volunteers who play critical roles at the service center on “R” Avenue. Among those honored were Andrea Saxton, Carollei Lamourux, Les Christianson, Pat Mooney, Bud Strom, Vera Oakes, Kim DeLong, Bud Bourbeau and Food Bank Coordinator Paula John. […]
Racing Fidalgo Bay
It was a beautiful evening for a sailboat race — if you didn’t mind the idea of coming home a bit wet. Members of the Anacortes Yacht Club participated in week two of the club’s weekly race series on Fidalgo Bay. Admirers gathered on Cap Sante, many headed for the AYC club after the race […]
Anacortes nails tournament win
Anacortes High School’s baseball team jumped Lakewood Tuesday, May 8 in an 11-3 tournament win that included a grand slam home run by Marcus Anstensen. Pitcher A.J. Yost got the win. Next game is Saturday, May 12 at Daniels field.
Spencer Swain memorialized
Honored Saturday, May 5 at a opening day of boating season event in Anacortes was the late Spencer Swain. Swain, who died June 8, 2011, had moved to Anacortes in 1991 to be close to the water and enjoy life cruising and racing his new Non-Such, “Nessie.” According to his obituary, Swain took up boating […]
All-America revisited
Among birthday surprises received by 90-year-old Wallie Funk Sunday was an All-American City banner re-created by the Anacortes Museum and presented by museum representative Bret Lunsford. Funk and former Anacortes Mayor Bud Strom were instrumental in this city’s distinction as an All-America City in 1962.
Fishing season is on!
Opening Day of fishing season 2012. Scenes from Heart Lake on Fidalgo Island.
Color splashes on the landscape
Things are happening fast in the Northwest floral world, as evidenced by this series of garden shots.
Foundation dresses up for gala
Once again this year, a talented team of Island Hospital Foundation volunteers transformed the Port of Anacortes warehouse with decorations for a night to remember. The event reportedly grossed about $185,000.
Emergency Preparedness Fair
It was a wonderful day Saturday, April 14 for children and adults who took advantage of an invitation to the free emergency preparedness fair hosted by the National Guard.
Warm days provoke plants
Finally, there is exciting evidence of spring! Apple blossom buds are growing, rhodies are in various stages of bloom … and our growing population at the bird feeders includes a few feathered friends intent on building nests.
Salmon Derby winners circle
Among those who made trips to the stage at the culmination of the 2012 Anacortes Salmon Derby were two children selected to receive bicycles. Those with fish included Danielle Long, winner of the Youth Division; Jim Ciecko, Secret Weight; Kate Hanson, Women’s Division; Adrian Gaudreau, Active Military; Stanley Reed, Over Seventy.
That’s what I’m talkin about!
Top Anacortes Salmon Derby winner Ted Radke of Ferndale showed his excitement Sunday afternoon when he was invited to the main stage to accept a plaque … AND a check for $15,000. Also pictured here are a few of the board members who play critical roles in making the annual derby happen: Terry Nemeth, Jay […]
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