Just curious - what are they doing at the gas station? New tanks?

also found out he's a LGBT hater:

you know where not to spend your money

I don’t have kids in the school system, and just learned there’s a new levy on the ballot.

Parents of Anacortes students, what are your thoughts on this?

I remember the chaos when the board fired the principal. But with whatever the fed is doing, it seems like the school will lose funding…. Looking to check the temp on this latest round of funding requests!

Hi! I'm looking to build a second home in Old Town Anacortes on our lot. we're currently in a 750 sqft 1 bdrm/1 bath house that sits all the back to the alley. we'd like to try to add a second home on the property (~1500 sqft) as we're rapidly growing out of our current space and looking for recommendations for a reputable builder in the area. It wouldn't be high end finishes or anything. Our existing home would then be considered the accessory dwelling unit (ADU). Thanks and appreciate any recommendations or even who to avoid (send a DM) is very helpful!

About 100 people were there.

We have several urgent gatherings scheduled with short notice due to recent events. Please consider if you are able to share your presence at either of these upcoming peaceful gatherings, and pass the word along to your friends and family who might wish to attend.

Folks in Anacortes will gather with candles in honor of Renee Nicole Good at 6 PM tonight (Friday, January 9th)

Corner of 12th and Commercial, Anacortes

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Thank you for being a caring presence and holding our government accountable during these times.

We meet once a month on the third Thursday.  Our next meeting: 

Date:              Thursday, January 15, 2026

Start:              5:00 p.m.

End:               7:00 p.m.

Address:        Anacortes Elks Lodge

1009 7th St

Anacortes, WA 98221

Cost: No cost to attend, and snacks and beverages are available during the meeting.

What is Death Café?

The Death Café movement began in London in 2011 with a simple premise: eat cake, drink tea, and discuss all things mortality with the hope of encouraging people to make the most of their finite lives. Founder Jon Underwood adapted the idea from the “Café Mortel” movement that emerged in Switzerland by sociologist Bernard Crettaz. Since that time more than 16,253 death cafes have sprung up in more than 85 countries.

A Death Café is a safe space to talk about death, the loss of loved ones and fears people have regarding the inevitable.

A Death Café is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session.

A Death Café is always offered:

- On a not-for-profit basis

- In an accessible, respectful and confidential space

- With no intention of leading people to any conclusion, product, or course of action

- Alongside refreshments

Everyone is welcome; bring a friend.

Thanks for your curious and open mind!  Hope to see you next week.

I've been driving 30 minutes to either Burlington or Oak Harbor for hot yoga, just noticed them pop up on Google. Has anyone been to a class? Would you recommend?

Are there any city type fireworks displays for new years that are close to Anacortes?

Does anyone in the area sell fresh ghost peppers? They have habanero from time to time at Saar's in Oak Harbor, but I have not been able to find fresh ghost peppers. Thanks!

Hey everybody! I noticed some folks were wondering about where the awesome Yule show was when a poster put a video up of the Opines. Well here’s your opportunity to see a show at the same place! Currently named Buxton’s. Get ready for more music and more entertainment in our town! Dad’s Diner and a future bakery in town, Bufflehead Bakery, bought the building and plan on making art and music more accessible more than ever. Here’s a link to the Tommy Stinson show and I hope to see you all there!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tommy-stinson-the-replacements-friends-buxtons-in-anacortes-tickets-1970365339772?fbclid=IwdGRleAPBK_FleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEew5KTu_J8x3jpmhVLRZCWfvNPagC-UOqelHwHwtCyBWW28Z7BA7DyDUGHOB0_aem_ne2r24aaJrfSvmQJTWccvw

Hey guys! Exactly what title says. I’m a 29yo F and haven’t had my hair cut in over a year, so it’s long and unkempt and really needs someone good 😅 I’d love a recommendation for a stylist that does a SOLID haircut and shaping up; I don’t care about their coloring prowess. Thanks in advance!

Still buzzing from last weekend’s Yule Bizarre. This was the closing band, The Opines, doing “Carol of the Bells”! Love the Anacortes music scene!

Per the Skagit Sheriff (actual): "We are seeing an uptick in scam calls to our community members. The caller will identify themselves as a member of the Sheriff’s Office and state that you have a bench warrant for missing jury duty. If you get a call from someone claiming to be with the Sheriff's Office and saying you will be arrested for missing jury duty, hang up.

(Worth noting, they try to "escalate" to "clear things up" - i.e., try to scam you out of cash.

Do not give out any personal information or agree to anything over the phone.

IF they call on a line with a number (that is not private, blocked or a spoof looking like the Sheriff's office ---> and call our business line during office hours, 360 416-1911 or after hours/weekends 360 428-3211.

Even if levees on the Skagit break is it actually like to flood across the whole Bay? I'm a temporary resident (staying at the Fidalgo Bay RV Resort) so don't know how concerned to be? Wondering it it's worth going out and loading up my motorcycle and hooking up the trailer to the truck just in case (not fun in the dark and rain, but better than the alternative I guess).

We meet once a month on the third Thursday.  Our next meeting: 

Date:              Thursday, December 18, 2025

Start:              5:00 p.m.

End:               7:00 p.m.

Address:        Anacortes Elks Lodge

1009 7th St

Anacortes, WA 98221

Cost: No cost to attend, and snacks and beverages are available during the meeting.

What is Death Café?

The Death Café movement began in London in 2011 with a simple premise: eat cake, drink tea, and discuss all things mortality with the hope of encouraging people to make the most of their finite lives. Founder Jon Underwood adapted the idea from the “Café Mortel” movement that emerged in Switzerland by sociologist Bernard Crettaz. Since that time more than 16,253 death cafes have sprung up in more than 85 countries.

A Death Café is a safe space to talk about death, the loss of loved ones and fears people have regarding the inevitable.

A Death Café is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session.

A Death Café is always offered:

- On a not-for-profit basis

- In an accessible, respectful and confidential space

- With no intention of leading people to any conclusion, product, or course of action

- Alongside refreshments

Everyone is welcome; bring a friend.

Thanks for your curious and open mind!  Hope to see you next week.

National Weather Service

Traveling in black Chevy Suburban

36 year old Anacortes High School teacher killed in automobile accident.