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Orcas Island School District receives Get Moving grant

Reducing sedentary behavior and increasing physical activity are key to immediate and long-term health for children. That is…

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Lisle C. Bud Russell Sr. | Passages

A family member of long-time Orcas Island residents, Bud was born Nov. 2, 1932 to Dr. Frank Russell…

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Disappointed in lack of respect for one another

Disappointing week.

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Weekly COVID-19 case update from the county

Since the last update on Friday, Jan. 28, there have been 62 new confirmed or probable cases in…

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Application period now open for new county climate and sustainability advisory committee

San Juan County is currently seeking qualified applicants for positions on the new Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee.…

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Free COVID at-home test kits available

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OPALCO Board to consider adjustment to smooth billing process after extreme cold temps caused high bills

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Why is my OPALCO bill so high this month?

Cold temps, BPA demand charges and 4% rate increase

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San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit in March

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Island Hospital reveals new name

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Yonanda, the new owner of Polar Bear Laundry.

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New owners of Polar Bear Laundry ready to serve the community

by Laura Kussman

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Take climate change action with OPALCO

Stewards, Energy Roundtables and Island Way Workshops

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Weekly COVID-19 update from San Juan County

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