Opinion
The power of Seeger | Reporter’s Notebook
The first time I sang “We Shall Overcome,” I was standing on the roof of a hospital in…
Opinion
Embracing loss in love | Guest column
In this season of Valentine hearts, Hallmark cards and molded chocolates, it may seem strange to willingly consider…
Opinion
Ripple effect of gossip | Editorial
Privacy on our small island community can be hard to come by. We like to know what is…
Opinion
Living well with diabetes | Guest column
Peace Island Medical Center was awarded a grant by the Washington Office of the Attorney General to provide…
Opinion
Spread the word on what you offer | Editorial
Word around town is that it’s been a lackluster start to 2014 for island businesses.
Opinion
OFHC looks at last 10 years | Guest column
I have been practicing medicine on Orcas for 20 years. I have a basic and passionate philosophy in…
Opinion
Nou answers questions about controversial traffic stop | Guest column
On Christmas Eve deputies were involved in a traffic stop in Friday Harbor that involved a hay ride…
Opinion
Positive changes at the Derelict Vessel Program | Editorial
The Sounder applauds the Derelict Vessel Removal program and Joanruth Baumann for a job well done, not only…
Opinion
Bad experience with Island Air | Guest column
My wife and I live on Waldron Island, and for years we have had a subscription to Airlift…
Opinion
Gratitude for local school board members | Editorial
It’s a job that doesn’t pay, requires long hours, lengthy meetings and number crunching come budget season.
Opinion
Sheriff’s department is under fire | Editorial
We trust them to serve and protect. But what happens when a group of people claim a police…
Opinion
Hopes and dreams for the new year | Editorial
Every year, we ask our readers to tell us what they hope for in the new year. For…
Opinion
Review of county finances | Guest column
Third quarter is the neglected stepchild of quarterly financial reporting. During the time when I should be reporting…