2022: The year reviewed in its headlines

The coronavirus pandemic roared into 2022 but vaccinations slowed its spread and the story faded from the public consciousness. Fewer people reported their positive tests and infections. People are still

getting infected and hospitalized, however.

Skagit Count now over 15,000 COVID-19 cases Jan.12

New COVID-19 hospitalizations swamping county Jan. 26

Indoor mask mandate ends statewide March 21 Feb. 23

Skagit one of 12 state counties with high COVID-19 transmission Jul. 6

New Skagit COVID-19 cases drop dramatically Sep. 7

Wearing masks indoors recommended again Dec. 14

The La Conner Swinomish L...