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Annika Hauer photo. A bill that just awaits the governor’s signature changes a financial aid application requirement in the process for foster youth and some homeless youth to receive full tuition coverage to Washington colleges.

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Foster youth guaranteed full-ride college tuition

By Annika Hauer

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This March, ‘spring’ into a new role — Multiple County advisory board and committee seats open

Submitted by San Juan County.

Darrell Kirk photo. Turtleback Mountain.

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Turtleback Mountain: Orcas Island weighs deer hunting on its most beloved preserves

By Darrell Kirk

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County Council travels to Orcas Island for upcoming March 24 meeting

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Let’s talk public transit for Orcas and the San Juan Islands

Imagine Orcas and the San Juan Islands, where:

Darrell Kirk photo. Training Division Chief Sam Fowler and recruits.

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Orcas Island Fire recruits brave rain, hail and heavy winds to pass live fire training

by Darrell Kirk

Annika Hauer photo. Madeline Johnson, who read the Declaration of Independence at the celebration, titled her painting “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness,” responding to the question, “What does America mean to you?”

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Capitol celebration marks Declaration of Independence, America’s 250th birthday

By Annika Hauer

Russel Barsh photo. A Glaucous-winged gull.

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Preparing for the next avian flu outbreak

Submitted by Russell Barsh, director of Kwiaht.

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Lawless logging; found fugitive | SJC sheriff’s log

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

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Bill on data center restrictions falls short

By Ayeda Masood

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As Alaskan Chinook crisis deepens, federal court imposes deadline on overdue Endangered Species Act decision

Submitted by the Wild Fish Conservancy.

Fuller will not pursue reelection for her position on the county council. Photo: San Juan County Website

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Council member Fuller not seeking re-election

by Jane Fuller

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Legislators consider bills on low-income housing

By Ayeda Masood