The Lopez Island School District Board of Directors, its Superintendent and staff, and its students have reason to celebrate. Although not officially certified, the bond election of February 19 appears to have been very successful for the district. With unofficial positive votes hovering near 75 percent, district officials are announcing victory.
For the first time in its 12-year history, United Way of San Juan County has exceeded its target campaign goal by nearly $10,000.
“We are exceedingly grateful for the trust and generous support of the community,” said Executive Director Bonnie Gilmore. “Our donors are important partners in our efforts to provide services to hundreds of island residents who participate in United Way funded programs.”
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Your San Juan Islands Conservation District has two vacancies on its Board of Supervisors this year. One vacancy is an…
The next sustainable farming forum and potluck will be on Friday, February 22 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. in the Westsound Community…
by Margie Doyle “My windowsills and journals are filled with rocks, bones, wood, and shells. I realized if I joined…
by Cindy Gugich, Lopez School Librarian Ages three and up: Zen Ties written and illustrated by Jon J. Muth, $17.99….
Non-profits and grant seekers rejoice! The Lopez Island Library now has a comprehensive fundraising search tool for you. The library…
Ruthie Thompson-Klein reviews the book “Plenty.”
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Thanks to a transfer by donation from the Lopez Village Association, San Juan County Parks is now the legal owner of 1.35-acre Lopez Village Park, preserving the land as a park in perpetuity. The park is situated near the Market in the heart of Lopez Village, and provides open green space for day use with picnic tables, restrooms, and coin-operated showers. The property is valued at $262,000.
The BLM is preparing to make improvements to the facilities and parking area at the Watmough Bay Trailhead, and is seeking public comment on the Environmental Assessment, (EA) of the proposed plans. The project area is on the southwest side of Lopez Island.