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A Miner bee. The islands are home to about 200 species of wild native bees, ranging from fuzzy bumblebees and lookalike “digger bees”, to the black-and-white banded “miner bees” that are often mistaken for hornets.

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Are island pollinators disappearing?

by Russel Barsh

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Help shape a composting program for the islands

San Juan County is exploring how to best implement commercial composting for residents and businesses in the Islands,…

US Coast Guard Cutter Swordfish stands by the scene of the vessel sinking as a Coast Guard helicopter flies overhead.

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Fishing vessels sinks, leaking diesel and threatening sensitive areas

The purse seiner Aleutian Isle capsized and sank in a matter of minutes, according to eyewitnesses on the…

contributed photo by Wild Fish Conservancy
Southern Resident Killer Whale J19 “Sachi” in August 2022 in Puget Sound Photo: Wild Orca, Taken under NMFS permit # 26288, wildorca.org

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Federal court rules against NOAA

Submitted by Wild Fish Conservancy.

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Hose heist; remodel rage; pushy picture-goer | San Juan County Sheriff’s Log

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

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Washington ferries get $42.4 million boost from bipartisan infrastructure law

Submitted by U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell’s office.

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Glenwood Inn finger-pointing continues

After confusion between the San Juan County Council, Land Bank and San Juan Preservation Trust regarding the recently…

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Boisterous ballading, public puffing, sign stealing | San Juan County Sheriff’s Log

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

Contributed photo by Ted Strutz
Brandon Cadwell at the Trashion Fashion sow

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Submitted by the San Juan County Fairgrounds.

A preschool child.

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Helping local families kindergarten readiness

For families who would like to send their children to pre-school but need help with tuition, applications or…

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Artwork by Erin Earl Moonbrick.

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Orcas Island Library features two artists in August

Submitted by Orcas Island Library.

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Gangstagrass is one of many live acts coming to Orcas Center during their 2022-23 season.

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Orcas Center announces upcoming season

Submitted by Orcas Center.

Contributed photo by Nareeta Martin on Upsplash

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The County Fair: A community reunion and more

Submitted by the Transition Waste Reduction Group.