Opinion
Rainy Days: From Sprinkles to Storms | Guest Column
Part 4: Got Muddy pastures? We can help; managing stormwater on agricultural land A thick pasture of green…
Opinion
“Pay your dues” by voting | Editorial
Some of your fellow members are active in trying to affect the direction of those changes. We think…
News
Opening Day Boat Parade bathed in gold
Longtime San Juan islanders and Yacht Club members Sam and Barbara Buck will serve as co-Grand Marshals of…
Obituaries
Joel Westgate
Joel Westgate February 1, 1962 — April 30, 2014 Born Feb. 1, 1962, and raised in Washington state,…
News
Know Your Island Walk series nets state ‘Walkable’ award
Over the years, since 2011, the monthly walks have been guided by individuals from the community who represent…
News
Mean Green: Your chance to nominate an ‘Island Steward’
It's your opportunity to recognize exemplary members of the community who have shown their commitment to preserving and…
Life
Ruthie Foster: Blues on Fire
Texas born and raised Ruthie Foster, who returns to Friday Harbor to ignite the San Juan Community Theatre…
News
Derek Rouse: 1937-2014 | Passages
Derek was very active in the local Lions Club and the San Juan Island theater (building sets for…
News
Price of ferry fares to rise by two percent, beginning May 1
In addition to 2-percent fare hike, the peak-season surcharge will also be in effect, May 1 through Sept.…
Letters to the Editor
OPALCO board incumbents have our vote | Letters
We are voting to keep two smart experienced board members to help guide Opalco through the big changes…
Letters to the Editor
Rhetoric, reality at odds over at OPALCO | Letters
How can one reconcile Mr. Cornelius’ statement in his letter: “In summary, the OPALCO board’s actions are transparent…
News
Spotlight shines on conservation at upcoming energy fairs
Highlights of the energy fairs include a solar home tour, electric vehicles, and demonstrations of energy-related technologies at…
News
FH Labs nets $46K rebate check thanks to energy saving project
The ESCO project will increase energy efficiency and save money on heating and water bills at the Labs.…