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Guest Column: Community Moving Forward
By Rick Hughes I first announced my run for San Juan County Council on May 3, 2012. I decided to run because I felt it was the right time to make a difference. I honestly
Letter to the Editor: Vote for Freedom from Rules
We choose freedom. We live here so we can enjoy the peace, freedom, and natural beauty of our rural island paradise. Like many of us, we came here to escape the tyranny of “civilization” –
Letter to Editor: Michael Karp for OPALCO board
Michael Karp is running for the OPALCO board, and he has our vote and full support. Michael is uniquely qualified for the OPALCO board. He has been pioneering innovative and successful energy efficiency, renewable energy
Letter to the Editor: Jarman a Straightforward Supervisor
In the upcoming election, voters countywide will be casting their ballots for County Council members. I realize that people who live on Orcas and Lopez might not be very familiar with Bob Jarman from San
Letter to the Editor: Byers Has Proven Track Record
In the five years I have lived full time here on Orcas Island, I have come to know Lisa Byers well, and to see her powerful positive impact on our residents. Through her exemplary leadership
Letter to the Editor: Byers Excels in Priorities and Leadership
As a property owner, parent, pedestrian and long time resident, Lisa Byers has my vote. As a property owner, I have watched Lisa utilize her immaculate skill set to lead Opal for 17 years. In
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Protects Our Marine Environment
We citizens of San Juan County are indeed fortunate to have Lovel Pratt as a candidate for County Council in the April 23 election. Her 20 years of creative involvement in many aspects of community
Letter to the Editor: Hughes is a Neighborly Independent
Dear Editor, Here’s why I am voting for Rick Hughes for County Council: Management Experience – Rick has many years of experience in the real world operation and management of both big business and small
Letter to the Editor: CAO Like Updating “David”
Will we need a large fig leaf for the islands? Lets look at the CAO from a metaphorical point of view. Most of us think of our islands as living art and wish to
Guest Column: Eagle Forum Insights
By John Evans The Eagle Forum Candidates forum Saturday provided insight to each of the six Council candidates viewpoints. From the San Juan District, It is clear Bob Jarman places high value on protecting the
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Can Change Opinions
Dear Editor, I enjoyed reading Clyde and April Duke's letter of support for Rick Hughes. I would like to add my respect for Rick Hughes' business sense and his ability to answer questions in a
Guest Column: Important Questions Asked at County LWV Forums
By Gay Wilmerding League of Women Voters of the San Juans' spring forums bring sunlight to transitions in San Juan County. About sixty people attended on San Juan; ninety-plus on Orcas; and sixty-five on Lopez.
Letter to the Editor: Hughes’ Values Strengthen Community
We were very happy to see the Islands’ Sounder and the San Juan Journal endorse Rick Hughes for county council. He has remained true to his promise to be an independent representative in our local
Letter to the Editor: Great Moms Make Great Council Members
As Lisa’s daughters, we think you should vote for Lisa for County Council. In our totally biased but very well-informed opinion, we think Lisa would make a great council member because she is a great
Letter to the Editor: Stephens Has Experience That Counts
Experience counts! Prior to being elected to the county council 2 years ago, Jamie Stephens was a Port Commissioner, a substitute teacher at Lopez School, a board member of several local non-profits including the Lopez
