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School board meeting Dec. 17

Submitted by the San Juan Island School District.

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Jessica Hudson, Mark Thompkins and Kari McVeigh listen as Brendan Andrews provides a briefing.

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This time, it’s only a drill

Imagine a completely unforeseen nightmare scenario, like an explosion at the courthouse. Let’s say, while it wasn’t during…

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Ferry Kaleetan sidelined by engine damage, San Juan Islands service disrupted

By Darrell Kirk

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Potential flood impacts to I-5 and Highway 20

Submitted by the San Juan County Department of Emergency Management.

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Library Design Team meeting time change

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LWV notes on public meetings

Submitted by the League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan organization that encourages informed participation in government. The Observer…

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Highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed in San Juan County birds; first HPAI-related human death recorded in Washington

Highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed in San Juan County birds; first HPAI-related human death recorded in Washington

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SJC sheriff’s log

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

Islanders testify during the Nov. 25 council meeting.

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Roche Harbor rezoning proposal draws community concerns

Editor’s note: This story will be updated after the Dec. 9 Council meeting.

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County Council opts for one-year budget; Focuses on adopting 2026 at Dec. 9 public hearing

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Home Trust hosts Argyle open house

Submitted by the San Juan Community Home Trust.

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Message from the Sheriff’s Office: When and how to contact us

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Avian influenza in domestic flock confirmed in San Juan County

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