Obituaries
Albert Edward Bud Jr. McBride
Albert Edward “Bud” McBride, Jr. passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2012 in his home at the…
News
Evergreen State operating behind schedule
The Washington State Ferries has released the following service update. The Evergreen State, which has replaced the Yakima,…
Sports
Viking boys celebrate win against Mount Vernon Christian
"All of the team helped out with the score," said coach Dan Drake. "It was a good, tough…
Sports
Lady Vikings throw down Hurricanes
After suffering a disappointing loss in La Conner (45-27) last Tuesday, the Lady Vikings battled back on Friday…
News
Funhouse Commons to launch ‘Island Enterprise Lab’
“Our first goal is to find ways to expand the usefulness of our facilities,” said Funhouse Commons director…
News
Rosario Festival of Trees raised needed funds
Through the purchase of voting tickets, the public donated a total of $1,213 with each organization receiving the…
Life
Summer color in a winter sky
Caroline Buchanan of Obstruction Island snapped this photo of a winter sunset.
News
Yakima ferry out of service – boats running behind today
The Yakima is out of service. There will be a 3:05 p.m. departure from Anacortes. The 4 p.m.…
News
Lopez School puts bond on ballot to pay back non-voted debt
The district is seeking voter approval to issue bonds for the purpose of repayment of a $1 million…
Letters to the Editor
CAO letter writer was misinformed | Letter
I found Liza Michaelson’s letter (Don’t Water Down CAO Protections, Dec. 30 2011) – which argues that San…
Letters to the Editor
Giving Tree makes a difference for families | Letter
In light of the Giving Tree successes, I would like to share this letter that was sent to…
Letters to the Editor
Budget reduction might streamline courts | Letter
The 50 percent reduction in misdemeanor prosecution is a good choice if it forces the legal system to…
News
Supreme Court rules state is not complying with duty to provide education
The Washington State Supreme Court today issued a 7-2 decision in McCleary v. Washington, ruling that the state…