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Parks and rec district is a good thing for Orcas
It’s about time Orcas Island had a park and rec district, and we’re glad a group of islanders…
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Guest opinion | The many dangers of feeding wildlife
by Shona Aitken “Oh, it is so cute! I’ve got to give it a cookie.” It’s Baby Season.…
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Stepping up to the plate
The hours are long, the pay is lousy, and it can be a thankless job, but that doesn’t…
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Guest Opinion | Is pesticide use around our homes harming salmon?
by Brian Rader Could some of our seemingly harmless activities around our homes and gardens actually be harming…
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Save the elephant ear
The San Juan County Fair depends on locals to keep it going. And now more than ever, we…
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A step towards a healthier archipelago
As islanders, we know how fragile the environment is, and that being environmentally responsible often requires tough decisions.…
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Guest Opinion | CAO is preserving the health of the San Juans
by KIT RAWSON, JIM SLOCOMB, AND MARY KNACKSTEDT, san juan mrc The Critical Areas Ordinance are rules that…
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A letter to the class of 2009
Dear Class of 2009, Congratulations on reaching this milestone in your life. As you stand on the threshold…
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Guest Opinion | By and for the people
by Lincoln Bormann, Land Bank Director I had a meeting three years ago where the Department of Natural…