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Coalition to End Homelessness on Orcas to hold annual count

The annual Point In Time Count of the homeless across the country will occur on Jan. 26, 2023.…

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An inmate issue, repair referral and street smashing | Sheriff Log

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

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The state Senate was gaveled into order and the first order of business was to establish rules that allow for in-person sessions.

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Legislature back to in-person sessionsThis year’s legislature is more diverse than in the past

By Renee Diaz and Alexandria Osborne

Rosy Russula is one of the widespread and until recently very common mycorrhizal fungi associated with coniferous woodlands in the islands.

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Where have all the mushrooms gone?

by Russel Barsh

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Are bats eating moths through the winter?

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A winter moth mystery

by Russel Barsh

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Request for salmon recovery project proposals

The San Juan County Lead Entity for Salmon Recovery is requesting salmon recovery project proposals for the Salmon…

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Volunteers rebuild bridge at Odlin Park.

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San Juan County’s year in review

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WSF included in Governor’s proposed 23-25 budget

Gov. Jay Inslee has released his proposed 2023-25 budget that includes funding for ferry staffing, terminal improvements, boat…

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Reservations for 2023 resident camping open

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Appropriated auto; sinking ship; ridiculous report | Sheriff’s Log

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

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Public schools to recognize MLK holiday

Submitted by Doug Marshall.

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Lael Watson, a senior at Spring Street International School, reading at the writers’ series.

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Local literary resources collaborate to bring Winter Writer Series

by Laura Kussman

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It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as your Sheriff | Guest Column

by Ron Krebs