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Crews working on the Mt. Baker Road project

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Mt. Baker Road project done on time, says county

Everything is on schedule for the major public works project in Eastsound.

April Pollock

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Artworks reopens in Eastsound after devastating fire

“We encourage everyone to go by and see the amazing job they have done in turning small rooms…

L-R: David Ellertsen and Lee Horswill

Business

Brown Bear is open for business

Despite a harrowing car accident, a Las Vegas couple opens new bakery on Orcas Island

Nancy Pearl discussing books during her recent visit to Orcas.

News

Pearls of wisdom

NPR book guru and librarian Nancy Pearl spoke to a packed room of islanders eager to hear about…

L-R: Deputies Felix Menjivar and Herb Crowe

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Harvey is newest member of the force

Raymond Harvey has wanted to be a police officer since the ninth grade.

Opinion

Appreciating our rich history | Editorial

We spend so much time thinking about the future – what could happen, what we’d like to have…

4th of July celebrations are coming soon

Life

Fun the Fourth

Independence Day celebrations are about to kick off in the islands, which means there will be plenty of…

Andrew and Emily with Alma.

Business

Print shop now open for summer

It will only be here for a brief time and they are going to make the most of…

The 27th annual fundraiser is on Saturday

Life

It’s the roaring 20s at Orcas Center

Dolled up dames and debonair daddies will mingle at a 1920s inspired speakeasy at Orcas Center’s upcoming gala.

Martin Lund

Life

Martin Lund’s One World Music Festival features jazz performances

Musician and teacher Martin Lund has cooked up another show to usher in the summer season.

Rock on the Rock Singers

Life

Do you hear the people sing? | Slideshow

There is a line from “Les Miserables” that brings Grace McCune to tears every time she hears it:…

Alenna Garcia reaches high to catch the ball.

Sports

Girls give it their all at state play-offs

The Lady Vikings softball team traveled to Yakima over Memorial Day weekend to compete in the 2B Bi-District…

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Nonprofits receive a boost from OICF

It's a new record for the Orcas Island Community Foundation.