Last week I wrote a letter to the paper hoping that the money that was stolen from the Orcas Island…
I’d like to introduce myself to this community. My name is Michael Ream and I was recently selected to be…
Our kids need healthy schools now. Over half of the schools in Washington state were built before 1970. They are…
I believe it is time for long overdue change within the Sheriff’s office and that is why I am supporting…
Last year islanders created the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District. Now is our chance to vote yes to put…
I recently received my ballot and voters pamphlet in the mail. Needless to say, the word tax appears more than…
I am one of many San Juan County Democrats who endorse Bob Myhr for San Juan County Council. I feel…
Did you know that Buck Park was a GIFT to this community? No money from Orcas Island pockets was needed…
Fireworks are already illegal. The proposed ban takes away safe and sane fireworks, which are only allowed one day of…
I’d just like to say something directed towards the people who have lived on these islands for some time now….
While a member of the county park board, we provided the Orcas Rec program with a minimal budget. The last…
The bigger fireworks you buy at the reservation aren’t legal – haven’t been in quite some time, and are not…
I am currently on a PeaceCorps assignment in the city of Assomada on the Cape Verde Islands, so for the…
I urge voters in San Juan County to re-elect U.S. Representative Rick Larsen and U.S. Senator Patty Murray. Both have…
The Orcas Island Trail Blazers 4H Club raised $347 by giving pony rides. Nine riders worked for six hours each,…
As a former County Commissioner and a member of SJC’s Veterans’ Advisory Board, I’ve worked with Brent Johnson and witnessed…
Over the last several weeks, I have been asked by several people, “is the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce affiliated…
I am writing to ask voters to reject the ban on fireworks. The ballot language is not clear but my message is clear, if you do not vote to overturn the ban, all fireworks will be illegal and even “safe & sane” products will be banned.
I am writing to you to express my support for Bob Myhr for County Council District 6. He has a…
San Juan County has an outstanding Sheriff in Bill Cumming. For the past 24 years he commanded a dedicated group…
Once again, we urge our fellow islanders to vote for Charlie Wiggins as Justice of the State Supreme Court. He…
We are writing to urge you to vote for Brent Johnson for Sheriff. As current and former Victim Advocates in…
On Saturday, Oct. 9, an intrepid group of Orcas Island Historical Museum friends and supporters braved the elements to attend…
I’m writing in support of funding the Orcas Island Parks and Recreation District. I am a long-time soccer coach and…
The 2010 F.E.A.S.T. harvest meal was a huge success thanks to countless volunteers and community members! The event warmed hearts,…
My wife and I have known Rob Nou since 1990. My wife was working as a 9-1-1 Dispatcher at the…
There was quite a bit of activity in July and August at the courts at Buck Park. There were many…
It is not often that our county leadership is endowed with someone who combines a passionate desire to preserve and…
San Juan County voters have an opportunity to elect a new sheriff. Let’s make the correct choice. For me, Brent…
We support Bob Myhr for reelection to position six, county council. Bob is intelligent, fair and experienced. He has served…
“Over the Line” could be the title of this reminder to Orcas Island drivers. Twice in the last five days…
I have always been puzzled by the actions of seemingly rational and intelligent people who, after being elected to an…
Recently our County Prosecutor was quoted as saying unless Colton Harris-Moore does a consolidated plea bargain in another county, “he…
I like Bob Myhr. I have voted for him twice, first as a county commissioner, then when he ran for…
Bob Myhr is in favor of modifying the county charter. One of the most important revisions he is proposing is…
I have been asked this question many times recently: Do I really believe that the middle school needs to be…
Thank you so much for the article and photos, “Happy Endings for Pound Pooches.” My husband and I were very…
Tambour Creole Arts Cooperative of Limbe’, Haiti had its first U.S. show at Millie’s Antiques and Collectibles in Eastsound at…
