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🌱 How does Mount Vernon–Anacortes really stack up for retirees?

Anacortes, Washington Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good morning to you Anacortes! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How does Mount Vernon–Anacortes really stack up for retirees?

Also on today's calendar: (AB) Able Seaman and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 62 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Sunday: Intervals of clouds and sun, temps: high: 62, low: 49.
  • Monday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 62 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Washington's Best Retirement Destinations (northwestprimetime.com) — If you’re thinking about retiring near home, Mount Vernon–Anacortes ranks ninth among Washington’s metro areas for retirees, with relatively low violent crime and solid air quality. The study compares costs, healthcare access, walkability, and exercise opportunities across the state, helping Anacortes residents weigh local advantages against options like Seattle, Wenatchee, and Bellingham.
   

📸 Around Anacortes

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Anacortes

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★ Featured events ★

    Monday October 5
  • Able Seaman →
    Seafarers Worldwide Career Training, 301 30th St, Anacortes
    8:00 am

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Other local events

📣 Anacortes Shout Outs!

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Now is the time to protect yourself for the fall and winter virus season!
    Updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines are now available at local pharmacies and other vaccine providers. Getting vaccinated can help protect you and… (Nextdoor )
  • They treat multiple dental issues.
    They will call you if they have an opening and can get you in earlier and call if you are late to remind you. They are an enjoyable group to be… (Nextdoor Biz Point Rd)
  • IDEX Corporation posted a job opening for Toolmaker in Oak Harbor. Apply here.
  • Maurices posted a job opening for Retail Assistant Manager - Part-Time in Oak Harbor. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Anacortes here.

🗞 Nearby News

La Conner

Oak Harbor

  • Economic Development Council for Island County names new executive director (tri-cityherald.com)

Ok Anacortes! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Anacortes

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