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Protesters advocating for many programs that are being threatened with budget cuts.

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Voices for democracy

An estimated 1,200 people gathered at the Courthouse on June 14, as part of the nation wide “No…

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Lance McKay, vocalist for EPIC Queen.

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EPIC Queen brings all the Queen classics

They aren’t just any tribute band, let alone any Queen tribute band. EPIC Queen, based out of Seattle,…

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Islanders celebrate the graduating class of 2025

The Friday Harbor High School senior class of 2025 held their graduation ceremony June 7 in a packed…

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Pearl Django

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Pearl Django returns

Island fans will be thrilled to learn that Pearl Django, with their signature style marked by pristine and…

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The historical building that served as the Lavender Farm’s store.

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New life for the lavender farm

The former Pelindaba Lavender Farm could once again become a hot happening destination, this time for art lovers.…

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Wood and light by Jean Shearer (Studio 4)

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More studios and artists to see during the 34 annual Studio Tour

Along with summer, graduation, sunshine and flowers, June also brings one of the island’s most popular events, the…

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Jessica Hudson reflects on nearly a year in San Juan County.

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Sitting down with County Manager Jessica Hudson

Just a few months shy of working for the county a full year, County Manager Jessica Hudson has…

Contributed photo by the Home Trust Holliwalk houses when in development stages.

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Town meeting on HolliWalk postponed

Before the Town Council delved into the consent agenda on May 15, Mayor Ray Jackson and Town Administrator…

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New trial for Friday Harbor man charged with rape and molestation

A new trial for Chan Su Choi, a 44-year-old Friday Harbor man, will be set in San Juan…

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Shaw ESF proposal received mitigated determination of non-significance

A storm has been brewing on Shaw Island over San Juan County’s Public Works application to label its…

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Candidate filing week closes

There are 44 offices in the county open for election this year, and 51 candidates filed. Most positions…

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Lindsey Saarie with her family.

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Lindsey Saarie shares her adventures of motherhood

The sheer depth and intensity of love felt for one’s children is what has surprised Lindsey Saarie most…

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The Righteous Mothers comes to the Grange just in time for Mother’s Day.

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The Righteous Mothers return

Nearly one year ago, to benefit two core island causes, the Joyce L. Sobel Family Resource Center and…