News
What is the county’s comprehensive plan?
An outline of what the plan does and why residents should weigh in.
Life
Mother deer — baby season in the San Juans welcomes fawns, fledglings and fox kits
As spring in the San Juans breaths new life into its prairies and forests, from purple camas to…
News
Comprehensive plan confronts climate change
The San Juan County Comprehensive Plan is slated to be updated by next summer. Islanders are already combing…
News
Public Hospital District to collaborate on Planned Parenthood draft contract, district bylaws
Public hospital district
Life
Introducing the class of 2034
The class of 2034 are just learning to walk, but that didn’t stop the parents of the toddlers…
Life
Friday Harbor teen inspires Stanford class on design for the disabled
Imagine what life would be like if you couldn’t express your thoughts.
News
Vacation rentals effects on affordable housing
Anne Marie Shanks of Orcas can see the effect vacation rentals have on affordable housing.
News
Vacation rental permit changes up for debate
New regulations to San Juan County vacation rental permits may be added soon.
Life
Spring Street’s pocket park is complete | Update
After about a month of construction, the pocket park on Spring Street is ready for summer guests.
Life
Barn deconstruction restarts
It’s back in the saddle again for the San Juan County Fairgrounds horse barn deconstruction.
Business
San Juan Island Hostel opens for seasonal workers and daily guests
Friday Harbor’s migration of seasonal workers is about to strike, and this time, Charles Thomas is ready.
News
Recycled paper bags required in plastic bag ordinance
On April 18, in a 2-1 vote, San Juan County passed changes to a plastic bag ban ordinance,…
News
Elusive connector road construction to begin | Update
After nearly 20 years, plans to build the elusive connector road are set.