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Martin Lund has been bringing musicians together for his One World concerts for 14 years.

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Hollywood extravaganza

One of Martin Lund’s favorite things to do is make music and share it with the community he…

The new 144-car ferry Samish will start serving the San Juans on June 14.

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Councilman Hughes on ferries, planning for growth and more

It’s a synchronicity that extends beyond their astrological signs, according to council member Rick Hughes.

At left: In 2014

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Island men stand up against violence

Local men are taking a public stand in opposition to violence against women.

Claire Orser

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Laughing together and growing together | Mother’s Day Special

When you laugh and have a lot of fun together, it’s easy to be good friends with your…

The high school drama class. Back row

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Part II: Drama students in ‘Across the Universe’ concert

The Islands' Sounder is running a series on “Across the Universe: A Celebration in Concert,” a benefit for…

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Broadband project well underway

“We can’t keep up with the demand,” said Gerry Lawlor, executive vice president of Rock Island Communications, the…

Above: The horns section. At right: Jim Bredouw.

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Behind the scenes of a Beatles’ tribute concert

The Islands' Sounder is running a three-part series on “Across the Universe: A Celebration in Concert,” a benefit…

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Broadband is hot topic at OPALCO candidates forum

"I worked for OPALCO for 33 years and I feel deeply connected to it. But I am disappointed…

Senator Kevin Ranker.

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Senator Ranker ‘disgusted’ by defeat of anti-discrimination amendment

“We voted to allow discrimination. Elected officials are willing to sacrifice core values to gain control,” Ranker said.…

Journalist Paul Roberts

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Living in a time of instant gratification

You send a text to your daughter. Five minutes goes by and there is no response. You wait…

One of the small homes

Business

A new way of building

Portable homes with a light development footprint are gaining popularity, and Issa Wild is hoping to be at…

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Hughes’ goal for 2015: a vision for Eastsound

Hughes has a list of what he’d like to see the county facilitate: mooring muoys, a long-term stormwater…

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Neighborhoods getting on board for broadband

A total of 80 neighborhoods in the county are currently in the design process. The areas that are…