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Letter to Editor | In support of Orcas Island Park and Rec District
||| FROM JUSTIN PAULSEN ||| Our community has the opportunity in the upcoming election to re-commit to supporting the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District. Since its inception, OIPRD has continuously been a responsible and
Letter to Editor | Katherine Bryant Ingman brings leadership with a stake in the future
||| FROM CINDY WOLF ||| Katherine Bryant Ingman has the vision, strength of leadership and proven negotiating skills to take care of business for the people of San Juan County. She has proven problem solving
Letter to Editor | In support of Heather Lee for Auditor
||| FROM KIMBERLEY IHLENFELDT ||| I am writing as a private citizen in support of Heather Lee for San Juan County Auditor. The Auditor’s Office plays an important role in maintaining accurate records, protecting public
Letter to Editor | She gets it
||| FROM JANET BROWNELL ||| A few months ago, I received a phone call. “Hi, I’m Katherine. I’m running for county council, and so-and-so suggested I reach out to you for advice.” My sage advice?
Essay | Trusting government
||| FROM ROBERT AUSTIN ||| I found myself thinking recently of three Orcas men I know, long-time residents, all of them white and in their 70s. One is a pretty far left liberal, another doesn’t
Letter to Editor | Long-time Lopez pharmacists endorse Katherine for County Council
||| FROM RICK AND MARGE MCCOY ||| We would like to endorse Katherine Bryant Ingman for County Council. During our 30-plus years owning the Lopez Island Pharmacy, we’ve been fortunate to know and work closely
Letter to Editor | Jennifer Swanson builds community through service and hard work
||| FROM AMBER BORNER ||| I have known Jennifer for 20 years. She is a thoughtful, inclusive leader who brings people with diverse opinions together to find solutions. Jennifer has a proven record of public
Getting to know Katherine | Leadership in action
||| FROM KATHERINE BRYANT INGMAN, COUNTY COUNCIL CANDIDATE ||| I’ve been fortunate to benefit from, and contribute to, impressive and impactful volunteer work throughout my life. From an early age, I’ve looked for ways to
Letter to Editor | Katherine Bryant-Ingman gets things done
||| FROM SCOTT AND VALERIE SLUIS ||| We are writing in support of Katherine Bryant-Ingman’s candidacy, for the District 3 seat on the San Juan County Council, representing residents of Lopez, Shaw and Decatur islands.
County’s first mid-block crosswalk connects Lopez Island schools to new pool
This new crossing includes a rapid flashing beacon with a push-button, pedestrian signage, and crosswalk striping ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| Lopez Island’s long-anticipated Swim Center opened this summer, and the County’s Public
Larsen continues to hold ICE accountable at Ferndale HSI facility
||| FROM THE OFFICE OF U.S. REP. RICK LARSEN ||| FERNDALE, WA – Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “I am committed to getting answers for the people I represent about immigration operations in
Letter to Editor | Katherine Bryant Ingman has my vote
||| FROM HILARY CANTY ||| I am grateful that we have two well-qualified candidates running for County Council in San Juan County. Thanks to both for making the effort. It is great to have options!
Letter to Editor | Heather Lee is the right person for Auditor
||| FROM MILENE HENLEY ||| I hired Heather Lee to work in the Auditor’s Office, initially as an administrative assistant. It immediately became apparent to me that she was capable of so much more. Since
Community Meeting | Agate Beach county park updates & road relocation on Lopez Island
Join the conversation on Tuesday, October 20 at Agate Beach County Park ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| MacKaye Harbor Rd and the Agate Beach County Park on Lopez Island are scheduled for infrastructure
KIRO News reports WSF meltdown was years in the making
||| FROM KIRO NEWSRADIO ||| Washington's ferry meltdown didn't start with this week's sick-out. Charles Prestrud of the Washington Policy Center traces it back to Inslee's vaccine mandate, which pushed 132 experienced ferry workers —
Governor Ferguson commits to addressing WSF engine room crew workforce crisis
||| FROM KRISTIN HYDE for MARINE ENGINEERS BENEFICIAL ASSOCIATION ||| The Marine Engineers Beneficial Association (MEBA) represents 417 licensed and unlicensed engineers who operate, repair, and maintain the fleet of vessels at Washington State Ferries
