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    Articles by Heather Spaulding
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    Helping farmers feed the community with Fresh Bucks
    By Heather Spaulding • March 12, 2025 1:30 am

    A wide cross section of islanders, from seniors to working families and children, even farmers themselves, are having to try…

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“Diptych” by NIki Keenan
    Light, art and survival in SJIMA’s spring exhibits
    By Heather Spaulding • March 5, 2025 1:30 am

    Opening March 7 and running through June 2, the San Juan Island Museum of art ushers in its spring exhibit…

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    Inspiring a new generation of chamber musicians
    By Heather Spaulding • February 24, 2025 1:30 am

    After over a decade of bringing first-class chamber music to islanders through their summer chamber music festival, Sophie Baird-Daniel and…

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    Contributed photo by Hallie McGee Photography
Attendees having fun while supporting a good cause
    Islanders turn out to support fellow community members...
    By Heather Spaulding • February 19, 2025 1:30 am

    Cherished community members have been hit hard by cancer over the years. Locals are now punching back with grassroots efforts…

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Missy and Randy Martin at the Providence train station.
    The Martins’ love story
    By Heather Spaulding • February 14, 2025 1:30 am

    Randy and Missy Martin have been a part of the island community for over a quarter of a century. Like…

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Friday Harbor thespians act their hearts out during January’s conference.
    Thespians recognized at state level
    By Heather Spaulding • February 12, 2025 1:30 am

    Friday Harbor High School’s drama students and their outstanding performances at thespian festivals this year, according to Lindsey Saairee, Friday…

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Eric Concord as Serge, Scott Mapstead as Marco and Rebecca Guenther as Yvan.
    “Art” a special collaboration for art lovers
    By Heather Spaulding • February 6, 2025 1:30 am

    Art lovers may want to spend Valentine’s Day in an art immersion, starting with a reception at the San Juan…

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Spenser Hardy Welch
    A night of relaxation with Spencer Hardy Welch
    By Heather Spaulding • January 29, 2025 1:30 am

    Known for his relaxing piano compositions featuring a unique blend of classical and jazz, Spencer Hardy Welch will be performing…

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    MLK National Day of Service | Editorial
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    By Heather Spaulding • January 19, 2025 1:30 am

    The nation will celebrate Martin Luther King Day on Jan. 20, in honor of the civil rights leader. The holiday…

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A water spigot by the Gazebo at the Fairgrounds.
    Court issues decision in Fairgrounds water issue, rules...
    By Heather Spaulding • January 15, 2025 1:30 am

    A decision from Judge Katie Loring Jan. 6 came down in favor of the County, regarding water usage at the…

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    FHHS theatre troupe performs ‘Romeo and Juliet’
    By Heather Spaulding • January 8, 2025 1:30 am

    Inspired to work with her students on a classic tale, Friday Harbor High School theater teacher Lindsey Saarie is directing…

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    Editorial
    Love for this island community | Editorial
    By Heather Spaulding • January 1, 2025 1:30 am

    Many of you know that I was hit by a car while on my way to cover a wrestling match…

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    Heather Spaulding Staff photo
Bottom left to right Ashley, Gabe Peppers, Iseac Davis, Alistar Kinnaman middle row coach Tad Bremer Oliver McGewen, Chelsi Pittman, Dylan Lee, coach Sabrina Bremer, Triston Bremer
Top row Liz Hough, Journey Rice
Not pictured Niko, Nick Chambers, Grayson Matthews, coach James Gaurd
    Wolverine wrestlers taking down opponents one move at...
    By Heather Spaulding • December 21, 2024 1:30 am

    This year the Wolverines wrestling team is roughly 13 members strong. Several are new, but many are returning, including head…

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