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Jake Zier wins big with UW rowing
The University of Washington rowing team won its fourth straight Intercollegiate Rowing Association championship on June 1.
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Furniture built to last
When Lila Richardson started shopping for kids’ furniture, she was discouraged by the particle board and toxic finishes…
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Community Foundation dispenses more than $133k
Every year, the Orcas High School senior class is given the opportunity to dispense $5,000 to island non-profits.…
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High school senior projects make an impact
For Katie Holley, an Orcas Island High School senior, spreading awareness about the effects of driving under the…
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Prune Alley upgrades still in discussion phase
"There was some miscommunication with the county and the Eastsound Planning Review Committee regarding county ideas. It's only…
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Help an animal in need – be a foster parent
Do you love animals but don’t have the time or funds for a full-time pet? If so, fostering…
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A farewell to Ted Grossman
“Ted was the consummate small town newsman,” said Elyse Van den Bosch, former publisher of the Sounder. “He…
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Partners together on the journey of life
The Sparks women owe their family to a gypsy fortune teller. In Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan, Deborah Sparks had…
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The new face of Orcas School District
When kayaking and camping are your hobbies, the San Juan Islands might be the perfect place to live.
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Sounder says goodbye to Ted Grossman | Celebration of Life May 17
He didn't just write about the news – he was invested in his story subjects. It's really the…
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Broadband for those who want to pay
For those who are willing to pay the connection fee, broadband is available in several core areas of…
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Out of the darkness and into the light
For those left behind after a suicide, the devastating emotions range from heartache to confusion to guilt. And…
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Young rape victims speak out
After more than a year of harassment from the community, two young women tell their story