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Land Bank meeting

By Community|2024-06-18T11:40:33-07:00June 18th, 2024|Comments Off

Judge orders railway to pay Washington tribe nearly $400 million for trespassing with oil trains

By Community|2024-06-17T16:48:29-07:00June 17th, 2024|2 Comments

Eastsound Water Users will meet tomorrow

By Community|2024-06-17T13:15:34-07:00June 17th, 2024|Comments Off

Update | County awaits funding for infrastructure resiliency work on Lopez Island

By Community|2024-06-17T13:07:31-07:00June 17th, 2024|Comments Off

Master Gardeners to answer plant questions at Orcas Library

By Community|2024-06-16T13:52:26-07:00June 16th, 2024|Comments Off

Protect marine ecosystems & island resources; become a Green Boater today

By Community|2024-06-16T13:08:41-07:00June 16th, 2024|Comments Off

Are B.C.’s open-net pen salmon farms closing — or not?

By News Source|2024-06-16T12:39:44-07:00June 16th, 2024|1 Comment

Support local renewable energy projects

By Community|2024-06-17T14:00:03-07:00June 15th, 2024|6 Comments

After nearly 25 years, federal officials approve a limited Makah whale hunt

By News Source|2024-06-13T13:10:54-07:00June 13th, 2024|7 Comments

Scientists uncover lasting impact of monumental dam removal project

By News Source|2024-06-11T17:02:12-07:00June 12th, 2024|Comments Off

Welcome to summer season in the garden

By Community|2024-06-11T14:42:59-07:00June 11th, 2024|Comments Off

Whale Museum Summer Lecture Series opens

By Community|2024-06-11T14:35:19-07:00June 11th, 2024|Comments Off

Earthrise | We need your help!

By Jay Kimball|2024-06-11T12:17:29-07:00June 11th, 2024|5 Comments

FDA: Shellfish from Oregon, Washington may have paralytic toxin

By News Source|2024-06-11T12:09:30-07:00June 11th, 2024|1 Comment

OPALCO members may be eligible for a $200 bill credit from Washington State

By Community|2024-06-10T12:11:20-07:00June 10th, 2024|3 Comments

Shaw Island community meeting recap

By Community|2024-06-08T11:59:50-07:00June 8th, 2024|Comments Off

Seed to Sprout Program

By Community|2024-06-06T15:04:52-07:00June 7th, 2024|Comments Off

Heart of San Juan Island opens for public access June 15

By Community|2024-06-06T13:37:25-07:00June 6th, 2024|Comments Off

Giant 4.5 metre shark eats dolphin in four bites before an even bigger beast rips it apart

By News Source|2024-06-05T19:34:29-07:00June 6th, 2024|Comments Off

Marine speed limits in B.C. aim to protect endangered orcas

By News Source|2024-06-05T15:26:09-07:00June 5th, 2024|Comments Off

Let’s combat invasive European green crab

By Community|2024-06-05T13:31:40-07:00June 5th, 2024|Comments Off

Getting the most out of your irrigation system this season

By Community|2024-06-04T14:52:18-07:00June 4th, 2024|Comments Off

Weather weirding & homeowner’s insurance

By Community|2024-06-03T18:41:40-07:00June 3rd, 2024|1 Comment

Hotel-aquarium resort with west Japan’s only orca shows opening June 1 in Kobe

By News Source|2024-06-03T18:44:38-07:00June 1st, 2024|Comments Off

Several Orcas Island beaches closed to recreational shellfish harvesting

By Community|2024-06-04T11:03:56-07:00June 1st, 2024|Comments Off

Help shape our future: Take the first climate survey

By News Source|2024-05-31T11:14:29-07:00May 31st, 2024|Comments Off

OPALCO upgrades Friday Harbor Substation for Future Power Demands

By Community|2024-05-30T15:58:11-07:00May 31st, 2024|Comments Off

SJC publishes revised engagement guide for reviewing OPALCO’s proposed solar project

By Community|2024-05-30T11:16:40-07:00May 30th, 2024|3 Comments

5 things to know about water pollution at Canada’s busiest port

By News Source|2024-05-30T11:08:56-07:00May 30th, 2024|Comments Off

Orca Action Month kicks off tonight

By News Source|2024-05-29T15:19:12-07:00May 29th, 2024|Comments Off

Orca Sing 2024

By Community|2024-05-29T13:54:42-07:00May 29th, 2024|Comments Off

A North Pacific right whale off the coast of Northern California

By News Source|2024-05-28T15:57:59-07:00May 28th, 2024|Comments Off

Book Reading

By Community|2024-05-28T13:59:33-07:00May 28th, 2024|Comments Off

Planetary Alignment

By News Source|2024-05-27T15:56:28-07:00May 27th, 2024|Comments Off

Homes on billionaire hot spot Nantucket are falling into the ocean at an alarming rate — but the wealthy won’t stop buying

By News Source|2024-05-27T12:46:13-07:00May 27th, 2024|3 Comments

Little Farm on Olga Road: Your invitation

By Community|2024-05-26T14:21:04-07:00May 26th, 2024|Comments Off

Master Gardener insect consultations

By Community|2024-05-25T13:52:26-07:00May 26th, 2024|Comments Off

Island Ways | Vessel speed restrictions gaining traction in Washington DC

By News Source|2024-05-23T15:20:01-07:00May 26th, 2024|4 Comments

After chronic decline, feds agree Alaskan Chinook may require protection under Endangered Species Act

By News Source|2024-05-25T13:27:45-07:00May 25th, 2024|2 Comments

Orcas residents create an internship for a greener future

By News Source|2024-05-23T13:13:34-07:00May 23rd, 2024|3 Comments

Clean water, healthy futures: Orca Month targets toxics

By News Source|2024-05-22T13:18:32-07:00May 22nd, 2024|Comments Off

San Juan County files lawsuit against Town of Friday Harbor to protect access to water

By Community|2024-05-21T16:30:37-07:00May 21st, 2024|Comments Off

Reminder: Community Preparedness Forum tomorrow

By Community|2024-05-21T12:45:19-07:00May 21st, 2024|Comments Off

Sculpture Park birdwalk

By Community|2024-05-22T16:18:21-07:00May 19th, 2024|1 Comment

After orcas sink another yacht, researcher says they’re probably just playing

By News Source|2024-05-18T20:11:38-07:00May 19th, 2024|1 Comment

OPALCO proposes to harness tidal power for San Juans

By News Source|2024-05-16T12:32:38-07:00May 16th, 2024|2 Comments

Puyallup Tribe, Kenmore Air begin scenic flights to charming San Juan Island

By News Source|2024-05-16T12:19:03-07:00May 16th, 2024|1 Comment

Ag Guild distributes 2024 Farm Fund Grants

By Community|2024-05-15T13:18:37-07:00May 15th, 2024|Comments Off

Orcas sink sailing yacht in Strait of Gibraltar

By News Source|2024-05-14T16:27:12-07:00May 14th, 2024|2 Comments

Final Canoe Journey reminder

By News Source|2024-05-13T13:02:34-07:00May 13th, 2024|Comments Off

Did you see this thing? This Friday night aurora?

By Community|2024-05-12T13:07:44-07:00May 12th, 2024|1 Comment

Geomagnetic storms forecast for Saturday

By News Source|2024-05-11T12:32:36-07:00May 11th, 2024|Comments Off

Orcas Island Fire & Rescue team up with DNR for Wildfire Ready Neighbors program

By Community|2024-05-10T13:49:45-07:00May 10th, 2024|Comments Off

Gray whale washes ashore in Oregon after orca attack

By News Source|2024-05-10T11:33:06-07:00May 10th, 2024|Comments Off

Fueling Action: San Juan County gets prepared with Wildfire Ready Neighbors launch

By News Source|2024-05-09T10:22:42-07:00May 9th, 2024|Comments Off

Update #3 on F/V CHIEF JOSEPH sinking on the west side of Henry Island

By Community|2024-05-08T16:19:41-07:00May 8th, 2024|2 Comments

Environment Canada agrees to priority assessment for chemical linked to salmon deaths

By News Source|2024-05-08T14:43:05-07:00May 8th, 2024|Comments Off

County launches climate resilience planning with community survey

By Community|2024-05-08T13:49:30-07:00May 8th, 2024|Comments Off

Mother’s Day | Fish have mothers, too

By Community|2024-05-06T12:25:18-07:00May 6th, 2024|Comments Off

Master Gardener spring plant sale is coming up

By Community|2024-05-06T11:49:49-07:00May 6th, 2024|Comments Off

More than 1,000 gallons of diesel removed from sunken vessel

By Community|2024-05-05T11:15:45-07:00May 5th, 2024|Comments Off

Orcas Island Garden Club presents edible plants in beautiful gardens

By Community|2024-05-05T16:22:30-07:00May 5th, 2024|Comments Off

Master Gardeners will be answering your questions again this season

By Community|2024-05-06T15:46:10-07:00May 5th, 2024|1 Comment

State instant rebate program to help more consumers choose electric vehicles

By News Source|2024-05-04T13:44:31-07:00May 4th, 2024|2 Comments

Sunken vessel off Henry Island

By News Source|2024-05-05T11:14:39-07:00May 3rd, 2024|Comments Off

Storm-battered county road on Lopez target of relocation efforts

By News Source|2024-05-03T15:58:58-07:00May 3rd, 2024|Comments Off

Tire toxicity faces fresh scrutiny after salmon die-offs

By News Source|2024-05-02T14:37:41-07:00May 2nd, 2024|4 Comments

OPALCO annual member festival a huge success

By Community|2024-05-02T11:05:17-07:00May 2nd, 2024|Comments Off

Orca Action Month features clean water, healthy futures

By Community|2024-05-15T12:25:47-07:00May 2nd, 2024|Comments Off

Book Talk

By Community|2024-04-29T09:57:07-07:00April 29th, 2024|Comments Off

Crescent Beach Preserve Stewardship and Management draft now open for public comment

By Community|2024-04-29T09:32:37-07:00April 29th, 2024|Comments Off

Over 2 tons of litter collected during Spring 2024 Great Islands Clean-up

By Community|2024-04-27T14:49:32-07:00April 28th, 2024|Comments Off

County’s Conservation Land Bank moves forward with long-term agricultural leases on SJI preserves

By Community|2024-04-28T13:49:21-07:00April 28th, 2024|Comments Off

Orca calf that was trapped in B.C. lagoon for weeks swims free

By News Source|2024-04-26T19:23:39-07:00April 27th, 2024|1 Comment

OPALCO annual meeting festival starts today

By Community|2024-04-26T13:46:59-07:00April 26th, 2024|Comments Off

WSF Weekly Report | Working on SJI route schedules; ramping up hiring; Tour de Lopez

By News Source|2024-04-25T15:45:00-07:00April 26th, 2024|3 Comments

Barron encouraging clean energy efforts with drawing for electric car

By News Source|2024-04-25T15:15:44-07:00April 25th, 2024|Comments Off

Where can we buy garden plants on Orcas?

By Community|2024-04-25T14:13:08-07:00April 25th, 2024|Comments Off

Are the Canary Islands yet another coal mine?

By Community|2024-04-22T09:52:05-07:00April 21st, 2024|3 Comments

Orcas may be smarter than you think

By News Source|2024-04-21T13:25:36-07:00April 21st, 2024|Comments Off

Midnight Mutterings | Grey Whale migration, with a side trip for lunch

By Jackie Bates|2024-04-21T11:29:22-07:00April 21st, 2024|1 Comment

Clean water, healthy futures is theme of Orca Action Month in June

By News Source|2024-04-18T15:07:14-07:00April 19th, 2024|Comments Off

Conservation advocates sue over Lower Columbia River hatchery programs harming wild salmon, hindering recovery progress

By Community|2024-04-18T13:32:27-07:00April 18th, 2024|Comments Off

Earth Day parade / festival update

By Community|2024-04-17T16:00:28-07:00April 17th, 2024|Comments Off

Major grants hold promise of dramatically altering transportation landscape

By Community|2024-04-17T14:10:18-07:00April 17th, 2024|19 Comments

County publishes revised engagement guide for reviewing OPALCO’s proposed solar project

By Community|2024-04-15T14:26:35-07:00April 15th, 2024|3 Comments

Master Gardeners Clinic

By Community|2024-04-13T16:09:58-07:00April 14th, 2024|Comments Off

Disaster Preparedness Community Forum

By Community|2024-04-12T13:25:55-07:00April 12th, 2024|Comments Off

Community Meeting: Sea level rise adaptation for Outer Bay and Agate Beach areas

By Community|2024-04-11T15:11:21-07:00April 11th, 2024|Comments Off

Earth Day Festivities

By Community|2024-04-11T16:46:16-07:00April 11th, 2024|Comments Off

Historic Rosario Resort set for transformative revitalization, community enrichment

By Community|2024-04-10T13:56:59-07:00April 10th, 2024|4 Comments

Arbor Day

By Community|2024-04-10T16:30:55-07:00April 10th, 2024|Comments Off

SJC Annual Hazardous Waste Round-up

By Community|2024-04-10T10:26:15-07:00April 10th, 2024|Comments Off

Larsen applauds House passage of Bipartisan Migratory Bird Protection Bill

By News Source|2024-04-09T15:49:35-07:00April 9th, 2024|Comments Off

Got to get back to the garden 🎶

By Community|2024-04-08T14:24:26-07:00April 8th, 2024|Comments Off

Additional acreage next to Madrona Point to be returned to Lummi Nation

By News Source|2024-04-06T15:55:00-07:00April 6th, 2024|4 Comments

New research shows curtailing Chinook Salmon ocean fisheries will promote Southern Resident Orca & wild Chinook recovery

By News Source|2024-04-07T20:11:15-07:00April 5th, 2024|Comments Off

Warning issued over Orca extinction

By News Source|2024-04-05T10:54:07-07:00April 5th, 2024|Comments Off

Rescuers plan helicopter airlift of orca calf stranded in Canada

By News Source|2024-04-03T19:24:31-07:00April 4th, 2024|Comments Off

Town Council will hear County’s appeal of water use at Fairgrounds

By Community|2024-04-04T10:12:47-07:00April 2nd, 2024|2 Comments