Government/Politics – Page 27

Inslee announces new homeless proposals for 2022 legislative session

By News Source|2021-12-15T15:15:21-08:00December 16th, 2021|Comments Off

County seeking new members for advisory committees

By Community|2021-12-15T11:58:29-08:00December 15th, 2021|Comments Off

Water management has become a top priority for San Juan County

By Community|2021-12-14T16:16:31-08:00December 15th, 2021|Comments Off

SJC Land Bank schedules a couple of meetings on December 17

By Community|2021-12-14T15:57:37-08:00December 14th, 2021|Comments Off

Letter to Editor | We should talk about board members and salaries

By Community|2021-12-14T15:06:51-08:00December 14th, 2021|9 Comments

Inslee announces his climate package for 2022

By News Source|2021-12-13T14:50:53-08:00December 13th, 2021|Comments Off

Federal Magistrate declares Navy’s 2019 decision authorizing the EA-18G “Growler” expansion at NAS Whidbey violated National Environmental Policy Act

By News Source|2021-12-13T13:34:21-08:00December 13th, 2021|4 Comments

So far, WSF reservations to open up next week for travel after New Year

By Community|2021-12-09T14:32:09-08:00December 12th, 2021|Comments Off

Sheriff’s Report | December 1 – 7, 2021

By Community|2021-12-09T15:25:11-08:00December 11th, 2021|Comments Off

WSF Weekly Report | Reservations, rescue, roundtables, & raves

By News Source|2021-12-09T15:43:22-08:00December 10th, 2021|Comments Off

LaPorte Road opens tonight, closes again during day on Tuesday, Wednesday

By Community|2021-12-06T16:02:54-08:00December 6th, 2021|Comments Off

Auditor’s customer service will close for annual meeting Dec. 15

By Community|2021-12-04T15:15:36-08:00December 6th, 2021|Comments Off

San Juan County readies its new Department of Environmental Stewardship

By Community|2021-12-05T15:45:36-08:00December 6th, 2021|5 Comments

Letter to Editor | Taking a closer look at solar power in the San Juans

By Community|2021-12-03T15:18:01-08:00December 4th, 2021|Comments Off

Sheriff’s Report | November 24 – 30, 2021

By Community|2021-12-03T16:52:02-08:00December 4th, 2021|Comments Off

Weekly WSF report highlights restoration of Anacortes/San Juans service

By Community|2021-12-03T12:13:05-08:00December 3rd, 2021|Comments Off

Killebrew Lake Rd. now open, Laporte remains closed

By Community|2021-12-02T16:28:26-08:00December 1st, 2021|5 Comments

Comments? Airport set to purchase single-family residence, hangar

By Community|2021-12-01T12:03:40-08:00December 1st, 2021|1 Comment

Burning down the house? An ongoing investigation into Orcas Fire & Rescue

By Community|2021-11-30T19:36:46-08:00November 30th, 2021|8 Comments

Governor Inslee states Omicron COVID variant does not change our approach to pandemic

By News Source|2021-11-29T21:27:33-08:00November 30th, 2021|Comments Off

Water build-up has now closed LaPorte Road

By Community|2021-12-01T10:20:19-08:00November 29th, 2021|Comments Off

Rep. Larsen: The debt ceiling needs to be eliminated

By News Source|2021-11-29T15:08:36-08:00November 29th, 2021|Comments Off

SJC voters have passed one of the strongest anti-discrimination policies in the country

By Community|2021-11-29T22:12:28-08:00November 29th, 2021|Comments Off

Latest from Lekanoff | Native American Heritage Day, flood response

By News Source|2021-11-26T12:06:58-08:00November 26th, 2021|2 Comments

Crow Valley Road is now a ‘go’ in both directions

By Community|2021-11-24T12:10:02-08:00November 24th, 2021|1 Comment

Letter to Editor | We need to ask ‘why’ of our Fire Department

By Community|2021-11-23T12:30:48-08:00November 23rd, 2021|3 Comments

Pt. Lawrence Road opens at NOON on TUESDAY NOV. 23rd

By Community|2021-11-24T12:11:34-08:00November 23rd, 2021|4 Comments

County provides a quick update on Pt. Lawrence Road repairs

By Community|2021-11-22T16:24:42-08:00November 22nd, 2021|Comments Off

New rule opens door to widespread testing for harsh chemicals in drinking water

By News Source|2021-11-22T12:39:57-08:00November 22nd, 2021|Comments Off

Meeting agenda available for Port meeting on Monday

By Community|2021-11-21T14:31:44-08:00November 21st, 2021|Comments Off

Update from Inslee addresses high-speed rail, Whatcom County flooding

By News Source|2021-11-20T12:14:32-08:00November 20th, 2021|3 Comments

Sheriff’s Report | November 10 – 14, 2021

By Community|2021-11-19T15:57:18-08:00November 20th, 2021|Comments Off

Update on Pt. Lawrence Road closure for this weekend

By Community|2021-11-20T16:02:43-08:00November 19th, 2021|Comments Off

Rep. Larsen supports House passage of Build Back Better Act

By News Source|2021-11-19T15:00:47-08:00November 19th, 2021|Comments Off

Inslee amends emergency proclamation due to severe weather damage

By Community|2021-11-19T16:11:30-08:00November 19th, 2021|Comments Off

WSF weekly update indicates service restorations begin on Anacortes/San Juans run

By News Source|2021-11-18T16:36:58-08:00November 19th, 2021|2 Comments

Emergency services continue east of the Point Lawrence divide

By Community|2021-11-19T17:34:59-08:00November 18th, 2021|2 Comments

We return to normal four-boat ferry schedule tomorrow

By News Source|2021-11-18T15:42:46-08:00November 18th, 2021|Comments Off

Crow Valley Road will be closed westbound at least a week

By Community|2021-11-18T15:26:10-08:00November 18th, 2021|2 Comments

Letter to Editor | Open letter to community from Fire Chief Williams

By Community|2021-11-17T19:46:12-08:00November 18th, 2021|5 Comments

Bipartisan legislation introduced to protect Southern Resident Killer Whales, marine mammals

By Community|2021-11-17T16:33:55-08:00November 17th, 2021|1 Comment

Letter to Editor | I’m leaving the fire department with heavy heart

By Community|2021-11-17T16:29:10-08:00November 17th, 2021|15 Comments

Now the recovery, repairs begin following our deluge

By Community|2021-11-16T19:49:17-08:00November 17th, 2021|Comments Off

Inslee appoints Sen. Steve Hobbs Washington’s next secretary of state

By Community|2021-11-14T21:28:10-08:00November 16th, 2021|Comments Off

Governor declares state of emergency

By Lin McNulty|2021-11-15T17:52:18-08:00November 15th, 2021|Comments Off

Update on current road conditions

By Community|2021-11-16T11:05:04-08:00November 15th, 2021|Comments Off

Whidbey SAR conducts rescues from Skagit River area

By News Source|2021-11-15T16:47:24-08:00November 15th, 2021|Comments Off

Council calls special meeting to consider state of emergency declaration

By Community|2021-11-16T11:05:05-08:00November 15th, 2021|6 Comments

Reminder to use caution even though heavy rains are tapering off

By Community|2021-11-15T16:04:24-08:00November 15th, 2021|Comments Off

Heavy rain impacts island roadways, including Doe Bay washout

By Community|2021-11-15T13:06:15-08:00November 15th, 2021|Comments Off

Inslee leads subnational governments reducing emissions at U.N. climate summit

By News Source|2021-11-14T16:37:17-08:00November 15th, 2021|Comments Off

Point Lawrence Road washes out, stranding residents

By Lin McNulty|2021-11-15T12:49:17-08:00November 15th, 2021|Comments Off

Editorial | In the meantime, Orcas islanders still rely on you, OIFR, so do the right thing

By Lin McNulty|2021-11-14T21:30:51-08:00November 15th, 2021|11 Comments

Fire Commission to meet Monday evening | Postponed

By Community|2021-11-15T17:15:24-08:00November 14th, 2021|Comments Off

WSF Weekly Report | Plan to restore service starts with Anacortes-San Juan route

By Community|2021-11-11T11:48:05-08:00November 11th, 2021|Comments Off

Commerce awards $2.6 million to help businesses affected by Canadian border closure

By News Source|2021-11-10T11:00:36-08:00November 10th, 2021|Comments Off

Ana-FH weekday 10:05 sailing limited to smaller, oversized vehicles until further notice

By News Source|2021-11-10T09:55:44-08:00November 10th, 2021|1 Comment

Larsen: Here is what the infrastructure bill means for your family

By News Source|2021-11-08T17:47:18-08:00November 9th, 2021|5 Comments

Michigan House approves controversial short-term rental protections

By News Source|2021-11-06T17:35:11-07:00November 7th, 2021|Comments Off

WSDOT launching redesigned website Sunday morning, Nov. 7

By News Source|2021-11-07T12:11:47-08:00November 6th, 2021|Comments Off

Letter to Editor | Did you meet Assistant Fire Chief finalists on island today for interviews?

By Community|2021-11-06T16:10:59-07:00November 6th, 2021|4 Comments

Sheriff’s Report | October 27 – November 2, 2021

By Community|2021-11-05T18:09:01-07:00November 6th, 2021|Comments Off

Larsen: Bold investment in nation’s infrastructure creates jobs, builds greener transportation network

By News Source|2021-11-07T16:12:26-08:00November 5th, 2021|3 Comments

WSF Weekly Report | Focus on recruitment, hiring, training to restore service, and a new website coming

By News Source|2021-11-04T15:44:49-07:00November 5th, 2021|Comments Off

With time change, be sure to change your smoke alarm batteries

By Community|2021-11-04T15:10:35-07:00November 5th, 2021|Comments Off

Second round of ballot counting is completed in San Juan County

By Community|2021-11-05T12:13:12-07:00November 3rd, 2021|Comments Off

First ballot count is in for November 2 general election

By Community|2021-11-03T20:26:23-07:00November 2nd, 2021|1 Comment

State would like your suggestion for name of new ferry

By Community|2021-11-01T14:43:23-07:00November 1st, 2021|12 Comments

Washington State Ferries finds Legionella bacteria in water systems on vessels

By News Source|2021-11-01T12:21:23-07:00October 31st, 2021|1 Comment

Letter to Editor | Say ‘yes’ to these six Charter Amendments

By Community|2021-10-30T16:09:47-07:00October 31st, 2021|3 Comments

Whidbey SAR conducts two MEDEVACs from Lopez Island

By News Source|2021-10-29T13:19:35-07:00October 30th, 2021|1 Comment

Letter to Editor | Shepler, simply, is best person for fire commissioner

By Community|2021-10-29T18:58:51-07:00October 30th, 2021|1 Comment

Sheriff’s Report | October 20 – 26, 2021

By Community|2021-10-29T16:55:04-07:00October 30th, 2021|Comments Off

WSF Weekly Check-In | Ramel hears Lopezians ferry concerns, new apprenticeship program, Colman Dock work, hold on new reservations

By News Source|2021-10-29T14:18:49-07:00October 29th, 2021|Comments Off

Letter to Editor | Let’s all vote YES on Park & Rec levy

By Community|2021-10-28T16:04:13-07:00October 29th, 2021|1 Comment

County’s preliminary 2022-2023 budget now available for perusal

By Community|2021-10-28T14:15:02-07:00October 28th, 2021|Comments Off

Letter to Editor | Vote ‘no’ on Propositions 3, 5, and 6

By Community|2021-10-27T14:19:41-07:00October 27th, 2021|6 Comments

Letter to Editor | I encourage a ‘yes’ vote on all Charter amendments

By Community|2021-10-27T14:14:42-07:00October 27th, 2021|Comments Off

Letter to Editor | Reject charter amendment proposition 1

By Community|2021-10-27T14:09:23-07:00October 27th, 2021|Comments Off

Letter to Editor | In support of proposed amendments from Charter Review Commission

By Community|2021-10-27T13:28:47-07:00October 27th, 2021|Comments Off

It’s October, and the high winds will predictably blow — Sunday into Monday

By Community|2021-10-23T12:50:53-07:00October 23rd, 2021|Comments Off

Port of Orcas meeting coming up on Monday

By Community|2021-10-22T16:52:23-07:00October 23rd, 2021|Comments Off

SJC Comprehensive Plan 2036 Update: Studios and open houses popping up

By Community|2021-10-22T13:40:12-07:00October 23rd, 2021|Comments Off

Sheriff’s Report | October 13 – 19, 2021

By Community|2021-10-22T15:21:11-07:00October 23rd, 2021|Comments Off

Latest from Lekanoff | Ferry service disruptions, Native mascots, COVID, women in STEM

By Community|2021-10-22T14:47:20-07:00October 22nd, 2021|Comments Off

Planning Commission stands firm on a vacation rental cap of 650

By Matthew Gilbert|2021-10-23T10:51:47-07:00October 22nd, 2021|8 Comments

WSF weekly check-in | “Starting to look at our ability to increase service”

By News Source|2021-10-21T17:13:06-07:00October 22nd, 2021|Comments Off

Health District to hold public hearing on FY’22 budget, levy

By Community|2021-10-21T15:25:47-07:00October 21st, 2021|2 Comments

Editorial | We are being too nice to receive excellent WSF service. Wait — what!!??

By Lin McNulty|2021-10-21T15:10:56-07:00October 21st, 2021|6 Comments

This bird’s-eye view of orca explains how, when, and why

By Community|2022-03-13T13:37:14-07:00October 21st, 2021|Comments Off

Firefighter’s union calls for independent investigation

By Community|2021-10-22T10:56:48-07:00October 20th, 2021|3 Comments

WSF releases alert bulletins re-establishing additional boats to all routes except San Juans

By Lin McNulty|2021-10-20T10:05:50-07:00October 19th, 2021|Comments Off

Guest Opinion | Code red for American democracy

By Community|2021-10-19T13:59:22-07:00October 19th, 2021|2 Comments

Letter to Editor | Reject Charter amendments

By Community|2021-10-18T15:37:28-07:00October 19th, 2021|2 Comments

Deer Harbor folks: Ballot delivery may be delayed due to Zip Code discrepancy

By Community|2021-10-18T15:02:38-07:00October 18th, 2021|Comments Off

EDC ferry service disruptions survey finds most respondents reporting negative impacts

By Community|2021-10-17T12:35:15-07:00October 18th, 2021|Comments Off

Letter to Editor | Opposed to most of the Charter Amendments

By Community|2021-10-17T12:28:53-07:00October 18th, 2021|12 Comments

Fire Commissioners regular meeting is Monday

By Community|2021-10-17T15:22:00-07:00October 17th, 2021|Comments Off

Letter to Editor | Shepler understands the role of the fire service in our community

By Community|2021-10-16T15:54:25-07:00October 16th, 2021|Comments Off

Latest from Lekanoff | It’s Orca Recovery Day, COVID updates, student financial aid, and – yes – ferries

By News Source|2021-10-15T15:39:57-07:00October 16th, 2021|1 Comment