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Our blue marble: Our home planet

Submitted by event organizers.

Contributed photo by Jill Rain.
Barlow Tulalip dock.

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How the islands’ climate is changing: Winds and tides

By Russel Barsh

Darrell Kirk photo.
A WSF ferry approaches Orcas ferry landing.

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Ferry reservation modernization project sinks after contract cancellation

Washington State Ferries has terminated its contract with Anchor Operating System, the vendor hired in January 2025 to…

Maddy Sonshine.

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Maddy Sonshine designs dance for choral concert

Submitted by the Orcas Choral Society.

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Local couple buys Sea View Theatre | OIFF to operate

An Eastsound treasure has been saved for generations to come thanks to an island couple.

Becca McDowell photo.
The bays were empty on this busy day for OIFR.

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OIFR responds to three simultaneous calls, including fatal car accident and structure fire

Submitted by Orcas Island Fire &Rescue.

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SJC sheriff’s log

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

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ROAM: Art and literary pop-ups

Submitted by HALO.

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Edge of the Salish Sea | Art, poetry, science walk and workshop

Submitted by event organizers.

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Orcas resident dies in single-car collision in Eastsound

An Orcas resident has died after a single-car collision on Enchanted Forest Road on April 13, around 4…

Darrell Kirk photo.
Pamela Wright, right.

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A legacy in every note: Orcas Island honors retiring strings director Pamela Wright

What began as the 2026 Music Advocacy Group Community Concert, benefiting the Orcas Island School District music program,…

Darrell Kirk photo.
Members of OIFR showcase their awards.

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Orcas Island Fire & Rescue brings Hollywood glamour to annual awards banquet

By Darrell Kirk

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Council member Kari McVeigh making a Meals on Wheels delivery.

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Locally supported Meals on Wheels programs support seniors’ ability to age well in the islands

Submitted by SJC.