Alternate routes in response to bridge collapse
Original messaging from WA State DOT and others urged that people stay away from I-5, but at this time there are alternate routes open and available to the Anacortes Ferry Terminal, and businesses are open and expecting a busy weekend on San Juan, Orcas, and Lopez Islands.
I-5 Skagit River bridge collapses; three injured, two rescued from water, plan for delays
The northern most section of the I-5 bridge spanning the Skagit River collapsed Thursday, shortly before 7 p.m., hurtling several cars and people into the water. Click on this article for an up to date report by Journal sister paper, The Everett Daily Herald.
Help design the new Exchange building
All Orcas Islanders are invited and encouraged to attend workshops for community design of the new building(s) to house the Exchange, beginning Sunday, June 2 from 1 to 5 p.m. at The Eastsound Fire Hall.
Road to learning
Everyone was frustrated. Students could not understand the homework and their Spanish-speaking parents were struggling to help, but could not read the directions in English.
Council selects Enumclaw administrator for county manager post | Update
Thomas has been city administrator of the city of Enumclaw, population 10,669, Wash., since 2010. Before that, he was director of the city's Department of Community and Economic Development for five years.
Extra sailings over Memorial Day weekend
Washington State Ferry riders are advised to plan for heavy traffic and long wait times during the Memorial Day weekend.
Death notice | Shane Foster
Shane Michael Foster, 44 of Mountain Home, Idaho, formerly of Orcas Island, died on Tuesday, May 21 in Mountain Home of injuries from an automobile crash. Arrangements are under the direction of Rost Funeral Home, McMurtrey Chapel in Mountain Home, Idaho.
Eating extravaganza to benefit wildlife rehab center
As the superhero of the animal world, the rehabilitation center treats injured creatures big and small, provides public education and conducts non-invasive research.
Special filing period for offices without candidates
A special three day filing period will be held in accordance with RCW 29A.24.171 only for the offices listed below.
Explore new trail on Jones Island
Washington State Parks is having a Trail opening celebration on Jones Island Tuesday, June 4 from 1 to 4 p.m. The trail is approximately two miles long. It’s proposed name is the East Loop Trail. The naming is in process and not official yet.
San Juan Fire Department in, EMS out in new public safety boat deal
The San Juan County Sheriff's Department remains on course to acquire a new and improved emergency response boat, built by federal dollars, despite the fact that several public safety agencies that previously were expected to chip in for its maintenance and operations have abandoned ship.
