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Letter to the Editor: Jarman Successful in Real-World Enterprises
Our leaders in Olympia have issued a statement endorsing Lovel Pratt for the San Juan Island residency district. It hews closely to Ms. Pratt's principal campaign talking point: her connections and advocacy for County issues
County Responds: “Split Decision from Judge” on Ballot Lawsuit
From Stan Matthews County Interim Information Technology Manager Last week, San Juan Superior Court Judge Donald Eaton issued a letter ruling that the county’s ballot tracker software should be certified by the Secretary of State.
Orcas Recycling Services Announces Positions
Orcas Recycling Services (ORS) announces openings for two positions. ORS is seeking a Scalehouse Attendant for Orcas Transfer Station. Responsibilities include communicating with customers, assessing incoming materials and processing transactions. Requires reliability, people skills, integrity,
Guest Column: Superior Court Rules County Ballot Tracking System Illegal
By Green Party of San Juan County Last week, San Juan County Superior Court Judge Donald E. Eaton ruled that a controversial voting system using voter-identifying barcodes on ballots is illegal. The system has been
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Seeks Balanced Solutions
It is with great pleasure that I ask you to join me in voting for Lovel Pratt for County Council. I've worked with Lovel on affordable housing issues, and my experience is that she is
Letter to the Editor: Hughes’ Management Skills Needed
As your former County Council Member I strongly recommend retaining Rick Hughes as the Orcas representative on the San Juan County Council. He was overwhelmingly elected to fill this position last November. Based upon his
Seminar on the Constitution and the Founding Fathers
Thursday, April 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Friday Harbor By Minnie Kynch A seminar dedicated to that generation of resolute Americans we call the Founding Fathers. Author, performer and lecturer, Bill Norton
Council Candidates Debate! in Friday Harbor
Friday, April 5 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the San Juan Island Grange The County Council candidates in the April 23 election will be participating in candidate debates from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, April
Letter to the Editor: Pratt a Strong County Advocate
As your elected representatives in the Washington State Legislature, we understand the importance of advocating for San Juan County’s interests in Olympia. Lovel Pratt is a strong and effective advocate for your ferries, your environment,
Orcas Middle School Earns Achievement Award
Orcas Island School District's Elementary/Middle School Principal Kyle Freeman was notified by Randy Dorn, Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction this week that Orcas Island Middle School has earned the 2012 Washington Achievement Award. Washington
Ferry Alert Update: Yakima Back Running, Sailings Juggleded
Updated April 4 at 10:45 a.m. From Washington State Ferries The Yakima is back in service with a late 9:30 a.m. Anacortes to Friday Harbor departure after undergoing necessary repairs. The vessel had been out
Letter to the Editor: Byers is an Effective Worker
I am voting for Lisa Byers for County Council. Having served as a San Juan County Commissioner and as a County Council Member, I have a deep appreciation for the importance of making sure we
Meet Candidate Byers at the Kitchen
From Janet Brownell Soon you will be voting for the County Council position from Orcas/Waldron (District #2) Candidate Lisa Byers invites all to meet with her on Monday, April 8 at The Kitchen, 249 Prune
Letter to the Editor: Pratt’s Experience Needed
To the Editor: My support for the candidate from San Juan Island for the County Council goes to Lovel Pratt. Her intelligent and wise service, both on the County's Planning Commission and on the County
Volunteer with Friends of Moran!
Friends of Moran Park Gift Shop at Mt. Constitution Summit Saturday, April 6 at 10 a.m. in the Public Library From the Friends of Moran Each summer season for the last 6 years
Letter to the Editor: Mt. Baker Road Project Unprofessional
Dear Public Works Department, I am sure that I am not alone in expressing my outrage at how the Mount Baker Road project is being handled. For reasons that do not appear to make any
