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Editorial | Death by Accommodation
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues Reporter -- The origin story of most people I know – that is, how they ended up on Orcas Island – usually includes a respectful homage to the archipelago’s
Letter to Editor | You May Want to Stay On-island During 3-boat Ferry Schedule
-- from Laurel Rust -- Hopefully everyone is aware that from October 22 through November 4, the San Juan Islands will be on a "three-boat schedule." The times of sailings to and from the mainland
Letter to Editor | Power Articulate and Smart
-- from Paul Arons -- I have lived on San Juan Island since 2002 and have been practicing law for nearly forty years. I have known Nick Power since I began practicing law in Washington,
Letter to Editor | Brandli a Great Person and Attorney
-- from Lauren Sands -- We hired Stephen A. Brandli as our attorney in a local boundary dispute. I was floored by the depth and breadth of Steve's real estate knowledge and I continually refer
Letter to Editor | Our Revolution County Voting Guide
-- from Our Revolution Steering Committee -- Shortly after the November, 2016 election, a San Juan County branch of Our Revolution (OR) was formed. As were so many people at the time, we were concerned
Letter to Editor | Asher Has My Wholehearted Endorsement
-- from James T. Powers -- I write to wholeheartedly endorse Jeff Asher for the position of Sheriff of San Juan County. I have known Jeff for over 20 years, having met him in my
Guest Opinion: County Development Potential Needs Discussion
-- by Joe Symons -- At the San Juan County/Department of Community Development (DCD) Orcas Island workshop held at the Eastsound Fire Hall last Wednesday (Oct 10, 2018), I showed maps that describe the development
Letter to Editor | Approval of I-1631 is Urgent Call to Action
-- from Katie Fleming -- As a mom of two young children, this week was another hard one for me in regard to climate change and the future of younger generations. On Monday, the Intergovernmental
Letter to the Editor: Disdain Fear-Mongering Candidate
--by Anthony Simpson-- I received a dire email from a candidate for prosecuting attorney warning of Methamphetamine and Heroine in our schools. This is a fear tactic to get your vote and is not supported
Letter to the Editor: Jewett Upholds Standards of Our Judiciary
-- by Judith L. Chovan -- The recent political drama over the appointment of a Supreme Court Justice has added another dose of angst to our society, in part because of the standards we expect
Guest Opinion: County Council Fails our Orcas
-- by Janet Alderton -- Instead of taking bold actions to help the starving Southern Resident Killer Whales, our County Council at its October 8, 2018, meeting voted to do only the minimum required by a recent Growth
Letter to the Editor: Asher bring Transparency and Community Policing to Sheriff’s Office
-- by Steve Johns-- I am a recently retired law enforcement officer with nearly 30 years of law enforcement experience, preceded by six years of Police Explorer and a Police Cadet prep work. I write
Letter to Editor | In Support of YES for Homes
-- from Peggy Rhoads -- We will have the chance to vote for the San Juan County Homes Fund in the November 6 election. You may have seen articles and letters online or in print,
Letter to the Editor: Reason to Support Gaylord for Prosecuting Attorney
-- by Art Lange -- I support Randy Gaylord for Prosecuting Attorney because has demonstrated exceptional leadership during his many years in that position. He has continued to advocate for the rights of the members
Letter to Editor | Why I Support Proposition 1
-- from Cathy Ferran -- I would like to add my support for Proposition 1 on this November's ballot - aka the small (.05%) real estate excise tax (REET) - which will directly support affordable
