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Monthly training brings oil spill volunteers to Orcas Island Marina

By Bill Symes and Elaina Thompson

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Soroptimist awards $12,500 to FHHS girls during graduation

Submitted by Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor

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Nancy McDonnell Spaulding with the real life Angus.

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Nancy Spaulding’s children’s book ‘Angus and Anna’s Unexpected Adventure’ featured in Author Talks

Submitted by Griffin Bay Bookstore.

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Kristen Douglas Seitz and teacher Kate Douglas pose with Douglas Seitz’s sculpture “Crann Bethadh.”

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Sculptures unveiled in Youth Sculpture Mentorship Program

Submitted by the San Juan Island Sculpture Park.

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Lavender at the farm.

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Alchemy Art Center announces 25th Annual San Juan Island Lavender Festival

Including a headlining musical performance by La Doña

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Get help paying for Medicare

Submitted by the Orcas Senior Center.

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Is your boat ready for the season?

Submitted by San Juan County.

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GoFundMe for island family

Submitted by friends and family members.

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Derina Harvey Band.

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Award-winning Derina Harvey Band comes to Friday Harbor

From knee-slapping fun to more emotional tunes, Celtic rock band Derina Harvey Band brings a fresh take on…

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Civics trivia

Presented by the League of Women Voters.

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The Friday Harbor High School Class of 2026 received $550,000 in scholarships this year, as they live up to their motto- “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.”

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Congratulations, class of 2026!

By Marieke Danniau

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Orca Action Month film series

Four free events, six documentary films, one urgent story.

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SUN Bucks program returns to provide summer food support for Washington children

Submitted by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services.