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German magician returns with holiday magic special at Odd Fellows Hall | Local performer brings family-friendly show to historic venue between Christmas and New Year

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Letters to the Editor

Another successful GiveOrcas | Letter

Thank you for joining us during this year’s Holiday GiveOrcas campaign and showing support for 33 incredible community-driven…

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County Council adopts 2025 Comp Plan Update – Leaves several items for further discussion in 2026

Submitted by San Juan County.

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Council adopts legislative priorities for 2026: Infrastructure, transportation and affordable housing

Submitted by San Juan County.

Sports

Orcas Island boys basketball starts season 3-0 for first time in five years

By Declan O’Malley

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From pilot to payoff: SJC’s 32-hour work week pilot project brings fiscal savings and workforce gains

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Life

The Co-op way: Capital credit checks are in the mail

Submitted by the Orcas Power & Light Cooperative.

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Bethany Carter and Chase Connell.

Sports

Orcas Island athletes excel at elite Iron Wood Throwers Camp

By Darrell Kirk

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News

Gov. Ferguson amends emergency proclamation, directs $3.5M in support to flood-impacted Washingtonians

Submitted by the Washington Office of the Governor.

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Counterfeit cartel; shady shoveling | SJC sheriff’s log

The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls.

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Opinion

Saying goodbye to a former classmate | Column

By Lea Bossler

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The Orcas Island Community Band.

Life

Orcas Island Community Band’s annual concert Dec. 20 at 7 p.m.

Submitted by the Orcas Island Community Band.

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Sports

Vikings open season with senior leadership, depth and strong team culture

By Declan O’Malley