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Rion Brandt is now serving San Juan Island as a deputy.

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Sheriff’s office welcomes Rion Brandt

From the San Juans to Afghanistan and back again, the new sheriff’s deputy has taken a few detours…

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Opinion

Coming together during the dark, cold days of winter | Editorial

We had just caught our breath from the aftermath of severe flooding when the blizzards came.

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Opinion

Let the sun shine in | Editorial

As I sit here reflecting on 2021, with news alerts about Omicron pinging on my phone and experts…

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Opinion

Giving gratitude | Readers share what they are thankful for this year

It has become a tradition here at the Journal and the Sounder to share anonymous submissions of what…

Crime coverage in San Juan County.

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Kevin Taylor found not guilty for murder of his wife after retrial

WARNING: The following story contains graphic details about domestic violence.

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Opinion

Be there for one another in dark times | Editorial

The current state of the world continues to test us.

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Sisters accused of burglary and trespassing livestream arrest on Facebook

Two sisters were arrested on Lopez Island after illegally staying in a home and brandishing a machete at…

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Why we have a paywall on our websites | Editorial

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The women welders of Orcas

For four days every year, a group of women, covered in protective gear from head to toe, gather…

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English language students inspire new learning strategies for the classroom

English language learners are a growing and vital component of the American classroom.

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Opinion

Find the help you need to support your family | Editorial

The school year will start in just a few weeks, and many are concerned about how they will…

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John Evans, former county council member, died on Aug. 2.

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Politics and plants | John Evans leaves behind a legacy

A passion for property rights led John Evans to serve three terms on the San Juan County Council.

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Oprah sells her Orcas Island estate for $14 million

Oprah Winfrey has sold her Orcas Island estate for $14 million after purchasing it for $8.275 million three…