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Letter to the Editor: Pratt’s the Sensible Choice
To the Editor: Lovel Pratt, in my opinion, is the best candidate from San Juan Island for the new County Council. At the League of Women Voters candidates' forum, her openness to all questions, even
County April Elections – Frequently Asked Questions
From F. Milene Henley San Juan County has not had an April election for at least 20 years (that’s how far back we looked). But this week, you will receive your ballot for our upcoming
Letter to the Editor: Byers is Creative & Thoughtful
I supported Greg Ayers in the County Council primary election; I’m now supporting Lisa Byers unequivocally and enthusiastically, and here’s why. She knows how to engage in productive public discourse. Many issues that confront our
Granny’s Attic Wants Your Old Treasures!
Donations open on Tuesdays 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Center From the Orcas Island Senior Center Granny’s Attic Sale is just around the corner. This is one of the largest
Libraries Hold Joint Meeting Tomorrow
Tuesday, April 2, from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Orcas Island School Library Orcas Island Public Library Board of Trustees, the Orcas Island School Board, and Library and School Staff are continuing discussions about
OIFR Initiates Rapid Stop on House Fire
By Kevin K. O'Brien, Fire Chief/CEO Orcas Island Fire and Rescue Orcas Fire Fighters stop a fire in a mobile home at Dolphin Bay on March 30 On Saturday, March 30, 2013 at
Guest Opinion: Why Ballot Measure Effort?
By Rich Peterson, District 2 Marc Forlenza, District 3 The effort by Council members Marc Forlenza and Rich Peterson to promote an ordinance from the County Council to place two measures on the November,
School Board Selects Design for Remodel
By Margie Doyle Perry, Mierau to retire, Lund to resign The Orcas Island School District (OISD) selected Option C for the facility design to rebuild the district’s buildings. The $11.9M bond approved by Orcas
Letter to the Editor: Byers a Positive and Constructive Leader
As a former county commissioner, I’m confident that Lisa Byers will be an excellent representative on the County Council. She is a clear thinker, a powerful communicator and most importantly, a good listener. I’ve worked
Orcas LWV Election Forum: Candidates Identify Challenges and Solutions to County Government
Candidates All Agree: No More Charter Elections this Year By Margie Doyle The newest proposed amendments to the charter governing county government were roundly opposed at the County Council Candidates’ Forum on Orcas Island
Council Urges Local Applicants for Head Administrator
Stan Matthews, County Interim Information Technology Manager The San Juan County Council has re-emphasized its interest in encouraging applications for County Administrator from current residents of San Juan County. Screening of applications will begin on
Oil Spill Risks in Salish Sea Countered with International Coalition
After participating in a trans-boundary discussion of an oil spill on International Water Day, Stephanie Buffum signs a treaty on behalf of the FRIENDS of the San Juans. By Katie Fleming, FRIENDS
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Sees the Big Picture
I know Lovel through five years of working together on the Planning Commission and several years as co-chairs of the San Juan Initiative, an effort funded by the Puget Sound Partnership and San Juan County
Guest Column: Tree Removal in Moran State Park
By Michel Vekved, President Friends of Moran State Park There is a distraction driving through Moran State Park and its not the number of deer in the last few weeks, but rather the abundance of
Meet Hughes at Island Hoppin’
From Moana Kutsche County Councilman Rick Hughes will be at Island Hoppin' Brewery in Eastsound on Saturday evening, March 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. Come meet Rick, share your ideas about our county, and
LWV Thanks Those Who Supported San Juans’ National Monument Designation
From Washington State League of Women Voters Through the efforts and support of many, including private citizens, local businesses and government and organizations including the League of Women Voters of the San Juans, our voices
