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    Articles by Kelley Balcomb-Bartok
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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.
    Friday Harbor High School celebration of academics
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • March 13, 2023 1:30 am

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

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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.
    13 Ravens Coffee celebrates opening with ribbon cutting
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • March 9, 2023 1:30 am

    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.
    Knowledge Bowl raises funds while having fun
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • March 6, 2023 1:30 am

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

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A 45’ tug boat carrying approximately 400 gallons of diesel fuel partially sank off the Lopez ferry terminal Wednesday morning.
    Tugboat partially sinks off Lopez ferry terminal
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • February 22, 2023 1:30 am

    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.
    LightWorks Studios Celebrates Grand Opening
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • February 15, 2023 1:30 am

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

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    Contributed photo by Jill Hein
J59 seen swimming between J40 Suttles and J37 Hy’Shqa in June 2022.
    Council acknowledge inherent rights of SRKW
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • February 15, 2023 1:30 am

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

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    Kelley Balcomb-Bartok Staff photo
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.
    This Valentine’s Day couple celebrates love of chocolate,...
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • February 14, 2023 1:30 am

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

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    Kelley Balcomb-Bartok \ Staff photo
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.
    Elected officials host public Meet and Greet
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • February 13, 2023 1:30 am

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

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    Kelley Balcomb-Bartok Staff photo
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.
    ‘Coffee With A Cop’ event drew community interest...
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • February 9, 2023 1:30 am

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

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    Kelley Balcomb-Bartok\ Staff photo
San Juan Community Home Trust - Sunrise 2 Neighborhood.
    Housing shortage reaches critical mass
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • January 31, 2023 1:30 am

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

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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.
    Congressman Larsen visits Zylstra Lake, meets With County,...
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • January 21, 2023 1:30 am

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

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    Contributed photo by Denice Kulseth
Denice Kulseth.
    Town Administrator Denise Kulseth shares updates and vision...
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • January 19, 2023 1:30 am

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

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    Kelley Balcomb-Bartok Staff photo
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.
    Sitting down with new Sheriff Eric Peter
    By Kelley Balcomb-Bartok • January 9, 2023 1:30 am

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

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