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Broadband internet near Lake Campbell

Does anyone know what broadband internet options are available along SR 20 and Campbell Lake Road? I've tried entering the property address in the service finders for Xfinity, Astound broadband, Ziply Fiber, etc and nothing is coming up. I would prefer not to go the Starlink route. Thanks!

4 Comments
2024/12/12
02:30 UTC

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49er Fans in Anacortes

OK, I know this is a little risky, but any 49er fans in Anacortes? Apologies to all Seahawk fans!

6 Comments
2024/12/09
20:16 UTC

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Washington Park Christmas lights walk

Im having a hard time finding info on the dates this year does anyone else know? Thanks!

4 Comments
2024/12/08
23:49 UTC

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Anacortes Real Estate Market

Obviously related to my previous post. Does anyone have a finger on the pulse of the current Anacortes (and area) real estate market?

8 Comments
2024/11/23
00:12 UTC

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Need local knowledge...

We're looking to retire in Anacortes and have our eye on a couple of properties near the road to the ferry (Oakes). Anyone live nearby that can tell me how the traffic noise is?

**Edited to add: Does anyone know of any plans by the city to widen or improve Oakes at all? Anything in a long range forecast?

8 Comments
2024/11/22
02:18 UTC

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Visiting thanksgiving weekend

Any tips for things to do or places to eat?

9 Comments
2024/11/20
23:05 UTC

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Does anyone volunteer with any active mutual aid groups?

I’m trying to find local mutual aid groups to volunteer for but what I’ve found so far are mainly outdated on Facebook. Does anyone work with any local/regional mutual aid groups they would recommend?

6 Comments
2024/11/15
20:01 UTC

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Only here for the weekend

Ran away nd tryna meet friends hoping this place is nicer than Seattle

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2024/11/07
03:08 UTC

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Take Out Pizza

I am from Bellingham and today and tomorrow There is a high school Regatta down at the harbor. I need to bring pizza to the harbor for my sailors for lunch. Other than Domino’s, what would be a good pizza takeout place that could handle an order for 30 people. These are teenagers so we don’t need artisan pizza, just the traditional pepperoni, Hawaiian, meat lover. Any help you folks can give me would be appreciated. None of the pizza joints in town are currently open or else I would do the research myself by calling. I figured I’d reach out to my Reddit friends.

11 Comments
2024/11/02
16:01 UTC

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Moving a Boat

I’m going to be moving a large boat soon and have hired Associated to do the move. They charge a day rate and I am only moving from the Oak Harbor Marina three miles. Looking to see if anyone else needs to move a boat soon we can schedule the same day and bring down cost.

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2024/10/16
20:19 UTC

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Horror at Tombstone

Dear Anacortes,

I am a local author that has written a tale so terrible and dastardly that I will most assuredly be banned forthright and strung up by dusk. I have submitted it to the SiriusXMRadio Halloween Horror contest for consideration. Be aware this is not for the meek and if you dare to read you have been warned of impending distress.

To read: https://www.ashlanchidester.com/2024/10/horror-at-tombstone.html

https://www.reddit.com/user/SiriusXMRadio/comments/1fq8lks/get_your_horror_story_read_and_aired_on_siriusxms/?sort=top

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UPDATE ** I am not sure the contest took place but I appreciate all the support! Thank you Anacortes, much love! I will leave the story up for free on my website www.ashlanchidester.com and if you wish to support my writing it is 2.99$ on Amazon. Also, if you enjoyed or hated the story please leave a review on Goodreads and feel free to direct msg me if you have any questions or comments.

Happy Holidays!

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2024/10/08
23:12 UTC

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best fried oysters in town?

so far, Rockfish seems to have the best, 6 large crisp meaty oysters and waffle fries . I tried the Brown last night and they serve 8 tiny, like tater tots oysters and a small handful of fries for $21, kinda like a tapas plate. Secret Cove has 6 ala carte, but really lightly pan fried. Who else has a decent fried pacific oyster platter?

12 Comments
2024/09/29
04:10 UTC

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Anacortes marine surveyors?

Does anyone know a trustworthy marine surveyor in Anacortes?

I’m in process of purchasing a sailboat out of Cap Sante Marina.

I’d love to find a surveyor with sailboat expertise.

Thanks for your help!

9 Comments
2024/09/24
17:44 UTC

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Velomobile

I have questions about the orange velomobile I’ve seen around town. Can you get one around here? What does it cost? What’s it like as a daily driver, if it is even used as such? How does it do in the rain?

2 Comments
2024/09/14
20:33 UTC

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Living in Anacortes

For those of you who are transplants to Anacortes, what has your experience been like? I'd love to hear your stories: what led you to moving and what do you like and dislike about living there now? If you have kids, please share what the adjustment has been like for them.

For context: My husband and I are considering relocating with our two young children, and want honest opinions about what it's like. Our jobs are flexible as we both work in healthcare. We currently live in the NW in a city where air quality is becoming a big issue for us because we have an immunocompromised child and two of us have asthma.

I know everyone is different but I think hearing more perspectives and stories will help inform our decision making.

Thank you in advance!

30 Comments
2024/09/03
17:32 UTC

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Wanted: Room for Rent

Moving into the Skagit Valley area, starting a job in Burlington, in the back half of September, and looking for accommodations in the Skagit Valley area.

Looking in the areas: Arlington to Bellingham, Anacortes to Sedro-Woolley. The closer to Skagit Regional Airport, the better.

Looking to rent a room in a house, or a small studio.

Profile available on Roomies. DM for details or contact info.

As a temporary alternative, while I’m looking for a place, would be willing to rent an off-street parking spot for a few weeks to a month. Hopefully won’t take that long, but not getting a lot of hits or responses from inquiries elsewhere, so posting here in hopes of pointers or suggestions.

4 Comments
2024/08/28
16:53 UTC

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Drivers in Annacortes?

Are there any driver services in or near Annacortes?

Is anyone an Uber or Lyft driver looking for a bigger gig?

I am hosting a small event on Guemes Island and my guests are traveling from out of town. I am hoping to make my guests' lives easier by providing transportation to and from the exit of the ferry to my venue just a few miles into the island. This will be a small family event, no roudiness or noise. The driver would only be needed for a few hours in the afternoon and a few hours in the evening and not throughout the event and I would cover the cost of entering onto the ferry and leaving at the beginning and end of the day!
Does anyone know where I could find more info, or is interested?

Thanks so much!

10 Comments
2024/08/28
05:28 UTC

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Best pub trivia in town?

Hey there 👋

My partner and I are moving to Anacortes and are wondering who hosts the best pub trivia in the area? We prefer something a little more competitive and crowded if possible!

Thanks

6 Comments
2024/08/20
21:45 UTC

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Dog-friendly Date Ideas

Hey y'all. My wife & I live in Anacortes but commute almost daily to work in La Conner. I'm trying to think of a dog-friendly fun day or night out I can take her and our fur baby on. Can I hear your ideas?

No farmers markets. We work at those often, so it'd feel less like a date and more like a job at that point lol.

4 Comments
2024/08/16
17:48 UTC

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Clothing donation

Hey all! I used to drop clothing off in the boxes at The Market or West Marine. Now that they’re gone can you suggest an alternative? Thanks!

8 Comments
2024/08/12
19:56 UTC

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Maker space

Hey everyone, moving to the area soon and was looking for a maker space, have discovered there is not one nearby. What would the level of interest be from anyone here? What would it need to have? How much monthly would you be willing to contribute? Thanks

I used to help run one as a 501(c)3 in another state and could set one up here if there is sufficient interest. Otherwise I’m just going to rent a place and set up my own shop.

10 Comments
2024/08/09
16:17 UTC

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Ferry to Friday Harbor

Hi, considering getting on the ferry to Friday Harbor from Anacortes this Friday for a 11am boat tour.

My fear is that - looking at this ferry schedule: https://wsdot.com/Ferries/Schedule/scheduledetailbyroute.aspx?route=ana-sj - I would have to get on the 9:05A ferry to Friday Harbor, and then wouldn’t be able to back to Anacortes until 4:55P per this schedule?

Am i understanding this correctly?

17 Comments
2024/08/07
21:29 UTC

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Black and Greg Dog Running on Highway 20

Saw a black and grey German Pointer style dog running east on highway 20. Wanted to share this information, hope the dog finds their home!

1 Comment
2024/08/02
18:21 UTC

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Desperately seeking

A stylist that is amazing at cutting short pixie hair cuts! I live in Whatcom and haven't found any worth a return visit. It's been 5 years of lraving the chair completely unsatisfied. Om hoping Anacortes/Skagit might have someone great!

6 Comments
2024/07/30
15:09 UTC

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What to do

Hi I have been to Anacortes dozens of times, my dad grew up there so we would go and visit his friends/check on rentals multiple times a year. Well dad is old, most of his friends are gone, and the rentals are no longer. I wanted to visit again as an adult but I don’t know what to do.

28, F, I don’t drink alcohol and long time vegan.

The bowling alley was my favorite place as a kid, but now it’s gone. I have looked up things to do in anacortes, and I don’t really have the money for a whale watching tour. Is driving to deception pass worth it? What are some of your favorite trails/day things to do? Where to eat? What to check out? Any good thrift/antique stores, or restaurants with a nice view to have a mocktail? I remember dad taking me to some cliff thing that had a beautiful view of the marina.

Or maybe not an anacortes activity but something close? I’m coming from Tacoma.

Editing to add. I would be coming either tonight or tomorrow night. Either way I would need to leave by 2/3pm on Tuesday

16 Comments
2024/07/28
22:55 UTC

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Pull Tabs

I’m in Anacortes for tonight only. Where can I play some pull tabs?

3 Comments
2024/07/27
04:39 UTC

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