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Friday Harbor High School Drama Awards of Excellence were presented to Fela Andrews, Audrey Allen, Cody Balcomb-Bartok, Sidney Herda, Lucy Marinkovich, Rian McElrath, Shelby Mullin, Haley Rennick, and Lupita Soto-Troncoso during the FHHS Celebration of Academics event held March 10 in the Turnball Gym.

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Friday Harbor High School celebration of academics

Friday Harbor High School held a Celebration of Academics event in the Turnball Gym March 10, recognizing the…

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13 Ravens owner Liberty Miller is surrounded by members of the San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce during a ribbon-cutting event Tuesday, Feb. 28 celebrating her official opening. Members of the chamber include (l-r) Scott Sluis, Roberto Moya, Karl Bruno, David Cope, Liberty Miller, Deborah Hoskinson, Kris Brown, Executive Director Becki Day, and Steve Hushebeck.

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13 Ravens Coffee celebrates opening with ribbon cutting

13 Ravens Coffee is officially open for business, and owner Liberty Miller is percolating with excitement.

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The Friday Harbor High School Jazz Band performs prior to the start of the San Juan Public Schools Foundation’s 28th annual Knowledge Bowl.

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Knowledge Bowl raises funds while having fun

Fun was had and funds were raised during the San Juan Public Schools Foundation’s 28th annual Knowledge Bowl…

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A 45’ tug boat carrying approximately 400 gallons of diesel fuel partially sank off the Lopez ferry terminal Wednesday morning.

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Tugboat partially sinks off Lopez ferry terminal

Editors Note: This story has been updated to include information regarding recovering the tug Feb. 22.

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Helen Halverson, owner of LightWorks Studios (holding scissors) is joined by (l-r) San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Becky Day, Roberto Moya, Friday Harbor Mayor Ray Jackson, Kris Brown, Scott Sluis, and Carl Bruno at a ribbon cutting event February 6 celebrating the opening of LightWorks Studios.

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LightWorks Studios Celebrates Grand Opening

LightWorks Studios, a new business in Friday Harbor, opened its doors Monday, Feb. 6.

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J59 seen swimming between J40 Suttles and J37 Hy’Shqa in June 2022.

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Council acknowledge inherent rights of SRKW

The San Juan County Council joined a growing number of cities and counties throughout the Puget Sound region…

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Kathryn and Roberto Moya celebrate Valentine’s Day and their new community with a box of chocolates and other fine local goodies at their store.

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This Valentine’s Day couple celebrates love of chocolate, wine and community

Valentine’s Day holds a special place in the hearts of Kathryn and Roberto Moya, owners of Cin Cin…

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Several San Juan County elected officials held an informal meet and greet with the public in the County Council chambers in Friday Harbor Saturday, Jan. 28.

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Elected officials host public Meet and Greet

San Juan County elected officials held an informal meet and greet titled “Meet Your Elected Officials” at the…

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Sheriff Eric Peter is flanked by 13 Ravens Coffee owner Liberty Miller (left), and officers Nick Wainwright, Rion Brandt, and Jay Holt during the department’s first “Coffee With A Cop” event held January 28 in Friday Harbor.

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‘Coffee With A Cop’ event drew community interest and engagement

Sheriff Eric Peter and several deputies from the Sheriff’s Department held their first “Coffee with a Cop” community…

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San Juan Community Home Trust - Sunrise 2 Neighborhood.

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Housing shortage reaches critical mass

A home ensures stability, diversity and safety for community members. In San Juan County, affordable homes are becoming…

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U.S. Congressman Rick Larsen looks out over Zylstra Lake and several Trumpeter Swans during a recent visit to San Juan Island.

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Congressman Larsen visits Zylstra Lake, meets With County, Town, and Port officials

During a visit to San Juan Island Friday January 20, 2023, Congressman Rick Larson toured Zylstra Lake with…

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Denice Kulseth.

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Town Administrator Denise Kulseth shares updates and vision for Friday Harbor

Denise Kulseth began her role as the new Town Administrator of Friday Harbor on Groundhogs Day, Feb. 2.…

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Newly Elected Sheriff Eric Peter is sworn in by Superior Court Judge Kathryn “Katie” Loring during an official ceremony Dec. 30 at the Superior Court courtroom.

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Sitting down with new Sheriff Eric Peter

Newly elected Sheriff Eric Peter took the oath of office at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30, in front…