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Wolverines weather the storm at Bi-District; Hess and Hollingsworth punch tickets to State

By Coach Jack Rice

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Are you entering something in the fair? Check out these important dates for 2026 fair exhibitors!

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SJC sheriff’s log

The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls.

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Preparedness lessons from Holden Village: An evening with former incident commander Will d’Ambruoso

Preparedness lessons from Holden Village: An evening with former incident commander Will d’Ambruoso

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Letters to the Editor

Congratulations to new OPALCO board members | Letter

It is easy to congratulate the two new OPALCO Board members this year — Congratulations Lauras! Both have…

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Update to proposed deer hunting at Turtleback Mountain and North Shore Preserves

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Demi, wondering if you could be her forever person.

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108 days waiting: Demi is looking for a home

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Port and Town hold special meeting

The Town Council and the Port of Friday Harbor Commissioners will hold a special joint meeting on May…

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AG Brown files brief urging Supreme Court to stay restrictions on Mifepristone

Submitted by the Washington State Office of Attorney General Nick Brown.

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The wildflower cure | Nature of Things

By Kimberly Mayer

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SJIMA leadership transition | Letter

Dear SJIMA Community,

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From the Sacred Sunrise Ceremony atop Mount Constitution in 2025’s Gathering of the Eagles.

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Gathering of the Eagles: Indigenous leaders from around the world to converge on the San Juan Islands

When Freddy Lane, known by his traditional name Sul ka dub, speaks about the Gathering of the Eagles,…

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A victory for meaningful environmental review in San Juan County

On May 6, 2026, the San Juan County Hearing Examiner issued a decision that reinforced our state’s mandate…