News
Three so far in the race for county council
Two Orcas residents are challenging incumbent Rick Hughes for the District 2 spot on the San Juan County…
Opinion
What it means to register as a sex offender
Periodically, the sheriff’s log will feature entries regarding sex offender residence checks.
News
County council approves first biennium budget
As the year comes to a close, San Juan County has completed its first biennium budget for 2020-21,…
News
San Juan County joins state lawsuit against I-976
San Juan County Council has elected to join a statewide lawsuit against Initiative 1-976, which was approved by…
Opinion
An abundance of opportunities to shop here at home | Editorial
Thanksgiving is a week away, and with that comes the launch of the shopping season.
Life
Dogs rescued from Asia in need of forever homes
For Tracy Harachi, a desire to help elephants in Asia led to another passion: rescuing dogs.
News
The great Orcas emu rescue
Tish Knapp awoke on Thursday, June 27, to find her two 1-year-old emus missing after strong winds had…
News
Washington State Ferries explains spring sailing delays
For residents of the San Juan Islands, the state-run ferry system is the highway on which they travel…
Life
‘Living in the Future’s Past’ multi-island film screening | An interview with Jeff Bridges
Data on global warming is plentiful.
Opinion
Breaking free from alcohol addiction | Editorial
Overcoming alcohol addiction may feel like a Herculean task, but it can be done with the help of…
Life
Orcas Lit Fest is back for second annual three-day event
For three days in early April, dozens of writers will gather together to make literary magic.
Opinion
Spring is special section season
The sweet smell of freshly mowed grass and the warm sun on your shoulders means that spring is…