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The healthiest thing we could do right now is work in our yards, start a garden, and play in the dirt. With so many of us having to stay home and the weather showcasing such gorgeous days what better way to enjoy this time. Number one reason to play in the garden – it boosts […]

“Most importantly, we are a community that cares and watches out for each other. Keep yourselves and your families safe. We are Anacortes and we will survive this and be stronger for it. Look for unexpected opportunities and gifts in these unprecedented times. Be kind and take care,” Mayor Laurie   There are many lessons […]

It’s been a long winter. Wet Cold Dark Now that it is February, it is the month of hope. It is just one short month till March and spring. Till: Daffodils To longer days Warmer Rain More sunlight Fresh, fragrant air During the dark, wet winter we quietly sustained ourselves in the warm cocoon of […]

There is almost 80 million tons of packaging waste each year, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency. An 80 million ton reason for businesses to think outside the box when designing packaging for consumer goods. The demand from consumers for businesses to design eco-friendly packing is growing. And some businesses and countries are […]

This time of year diets and good intentions go out the window. Surrounded by so much holiday goodness, we eat our way through an excess of sweetness, promising ourselves we will be good next year. Don’t feel guilty. Enjoy a treat, or two. or three. Mix it up. Blend in some vegetables, proteins, fish, nuts, […]

As the rainy season starts here in the Pacific Northwest, solar power may not be something that is on your mind. But as you hunker down for the short days and gray skies, this might be a good time to start doing research and find programs that provide financial rebates or incentives for moving forward […]

Research shows that by 2050, the world population will demand and use up to 55% more water than it does currently. Agriculture Due to the population increase, agriculture will play an important role in the future and water is one of the most precious commodities to a farmer. “Farmers, the world’s greatest users of water, […]

Today, people are thinking outside-the-box when it comes to housing. The Tiny House craze and Van Life exploded from a need for more ‘affordable’ housing and being a minimalist.  Builders and Designers are being creative with recycled materials, repurposing them and giving new life to the materials and to the inhabitants of these new style […]

Water is the most precious, the most valuable, and the most essential part of life. Have you ever really thought about ‘how much’ water is used daily in our lives? Not just in our households, but ‘how much’ water is used to produce that glass of wine enjoyed at the end of hard day? The […]

We have seen a rise in wildfires as evident in the past few years. Governor Inslee sent out a press release stating he was expanding the drought emergency for nearly half of the State of Washington, including our region. The following 24 watersheds are now added to the emergency drought declaration: Chelan, Colville, Cowlitz, Deschutes, […]