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San Juan County leads the state in COVID-19 vaccination rates
At the tail end of 2020, San Juan County began holding its first COVID-19 vaccine clinics.
News
New clinic to offer after-hours care
A new model of after-hours care will soon be available to islanders.
Opinion
Spring is special section season | Editorial
The days are longer, bulbs are pushing up through the dirt and a bright, joyful sun is warming…
Life
Long-time islander releases children’s book about facing your fears
Albert Strasser was inspired to write a children’s book while living in a Buddhist monastery in Novia Scotia.
Opinion
Orkila is much more than s’mores around the campfire | Editorial
Like many organizations during this public health crisis, Camp Orkila has stepped up to meet the needs of…
Life
A cornerstone for Orcas Camp Orkila during COVID
The pandemic has not stopped YMCA Camp Orkila from enriching and supporting its island community.
News
Clinic merger | What you need to know
Orcas Island is inching closer to a combined medical clinic.
News
Island Hospital launching consolidated clinic in April
It’s an idea that’s been discussed for decades: one consolidated medical clinic for Orcas Island.
Opinion
Surviving the winter | Editorial
As members of isolated communities that endure dark nights and grey skies for the first few months of…
Life
The sweet scent of romance and business
When you take a six-month road trip early on in a relationship, you find out fast if it’s…
Life
Crossing state lines to find forever homes
Some very lucky dogs from the Lone Star state are now forever frolicking in the San Juans.
News
Update from county council member Cindy Wolf
The Islands’ Sounder sat down with San Juan County Councilmember Cindy Wolf to discuss her first few weeks…
Opinion
Vacation rentals are symptom of a larger issue | Editorial
Those who have been advocating for a vacation rental moratorium celebrated on Jan. 12, when the San Juan…