Opinion
CAO Fears | Guest column
Some organizations have spread fear about what you will be able to do with your property under the…
Opinion
False alarm raised over Frisbees, kites, CAO | Guest column
Mr. Blanchard’s letter expresses concern that playing Frisbee or flying kites won’t be allowed near wetlands and Fish…
Opinion
Get political at the county fair | Editorial
In addition to taking part in the fun and food at the fair, you can make your time…
Opinion
A fear and love of birds | Reporter’s notebook
I have a fear of birds, which I suspect originated on a beach trip with my father when…
Opinion
Gear up, get your voice heard – say no to coal | Guest column
This article is the last of the three-part series on the planned exports of coal and tar sands…
Opinion
Why Cimarron should run the Orcas Island Solid Waste Station | Guest column
Cimarron is an experienced solid waste and recyclable materials handling company that has been serving the citizens of…
Opinion
Solid waste changes could mean great potential for community | Guest Column
Orcas Recycling Services, the local nonprofit best known for The Exchange, recently submitted a proposal to the county…
Opinion
Do your part to boost sales tax revenue | Guest column
In my first year as auditor, the first time I went out on a limb to project revenue,…
Opinion
Fun times ahead at the county fair | Editorial
Yes, August has indeed arrived and with a quick look at the calendar we’re reminded that opening day…
Opinion
Vote yes to keep public safety services | Editorial
It wasn’t the first time her husband raised a fist to her face. But she had no idea…
Opinion
Orcas Fire Chief report
Over the course of the Independence Day holiday week from July 3 through July 8, we responded to…
Opinion
County administrator report | Guest column
I took the helm from veteran San Juan County Administrator Pete Rose at a challenging time. County government…
Opinion
Crime in the islands disrupts paradise | Editorial
We know all too well the perils of crime in a small community. Colton Harris-Moore drove that point…