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‘How to Be a Noxious Weed Warrior’

On Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 10 a.m., the Orcas Island Garden Club will host a Hybrid meeting with…

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Opinion

Historic events that occurred on Jan. 1 | Editorial

Happy new year from all of us at the Sounder, Journal and Weekly. We thank you, from the…

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Opinion

Preparing for harsh island winters | Editorial

It seems that winter snowstorms are becoming a tradition for us in the Pacific Northwest.

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Opinion

Dark days can bring on seasonal affective disorder

Winter can be an awe-inspiring time of year. From outdoor snow activities to holiday cheer to time with…

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Lance Evans retiring from the chamber after 16 years

Lance Evans’ time at the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce has made a lasting impact on the business…

Myla with her dog Taco.

Life

Orcas SSIS student receives full-ride to Tufts University

Myla Ross was stunned when Tufts University awarded her a full-ride, five-year scholarship.

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Gingerbread houses dazzle this season

It doesn’t get more festive than hand-made holiday scenes.

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The road to recovery is one step at a time

Since its debut this fall, Recovery Rides has proven to be a successful method of providing transportation to…

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How I fell for a phone scam

by Serena Burman

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Life

Upcoming festive offerings

Hold on to your Santa hats — it’s going to be a whirlwind of a holiday season.

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Something for everyone this holiday weekend

It’s a time of gratitude, gathering with family and eating home-cooked meals.

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A journey of rebirth from the Alaskan wilderness to the Salish Sea | Rafe Pearlman in KANU

Rafe Pearlman’s new music is a love letter to the beauty and majesty of our planet.

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Skyler Gregg.

Life

Former Orcas resident Skyler Gregg dies in Ukraine

Skyler Gregg, 23, has died in combat, fighting for Ukraine.