Opinion
Giving thanks | Readers share their gratitude
It has become a tradition here at the Journal and the Sounder to share anonymous submissions of what…
News
Community extends generosity to Orcas Center
Hundreds of islanders tuned in to Orcas Center’s first-ever live telethon, witnessing $90,000 pour in for the performing…
Opinion
COVID-19 cases are surging | Editorial
For many islanders, summer in the San Juans was marked by a sense of safety from COVID-19.
News
Hospice Northwest could be sold to private equity firm
For more than 30 years, San Juan County residents in the last stages of their lives have turned…
Life
Environmentally conscious laundry services on Orcas Island | Women in Business Profile
Daniela Wagner has done well around the globe starting businesses that meet a critical need.
News
Four council candidate field questions during forum
It may have been a virtual debate, but plenty of issues were covered.
News
Halloween in town will look different this year
The children of Orcas Island can rest easy: Halloween candy will once again fill their baskets this October.
Opinion
Cindy Wolf for County Council | Letter
I met Cindy at a community meeting in the wake of the 2016 presidential election. While there was…
News
Interview with Sounder’s newspaper delivery person Jerry Carter
Jerry Carter has walked a path paved in newspaper ink.
News
A recap of summer 2020 | An interview with council chairperson Hughes
“San Juan County is the safest in the state.”
Opinion
Pandemics take a toll on our mental health | Editorial
Economically, socially, physically and environmentally — people are feeling pushed to their limits.
News
April’s Grove residents are moving in
A number of tenants had been couch surfing or were homeless.