Opinion
OPALCO had no choice but to raise its rates | As I See It
No matter how folksy a co-op may be, its fundamental obligation is to stay in business. It must…
Opinion
Island Rec levy? More, more, more is a poor solution | As I See It
Why look to government to supply our every want and need? Particularly since that always means agreeing to…
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What do farmers and power utilities have in common? More than you might think | Letters
OPALCO can negotiate for materials and salaries, and seek to negotiate with BPA on rates at long intervals,…
Opinion
When it comes to U.S. elections, Einstein may have said it best | Guest column
If we choose to continue to believe that doing the same thing over and over again with the…
Opinion
Confusion has its costs; co-op can do better | Editorial
The powers that be at OPALCO say they are listening to your concerns. While there's nothing wrong that,…
Opinion
Key to salmon recovery? Demolition | Guest Column
Breaching dams shows much promise for salmon recovery in the Pacific Northwest. The removal of the Elwha and…
Opinion
Investment in broadband grows, electrical rates rise—coincidence?
What else lies behind OPALCO's rate increases? The answer, I believe, is “grid control backbone,” the co-op’s code…
Opinion
Island Rec fills the void when others are unable | Guest column
From school sports to dog parks, from trails committees to children's festivals to ball fields, Island Rec has…
Opinion
Journal political cartoon, April 1 edition | Opinion
The lighter side of local news, information and events, by cartoonist Rob Pudim.
Opinion
Parks & Recreation: Ties that bind | Guest Column
Rich and varied recreational opportunities for islanders and visitors alike are part of what makes San Juan Island…
Opinion
Spotlight on screen: ‘Years of Living Dangerously’ | Guest Column
The 2014 Emmy Award winning film series, "Outstanding Non-fiction Series" category, begins April 2, at the Grange Hall…
Opinion
Better than the alternative | Editorial
Sure, it’s a well-worn cliche, but participating in elections is the cornerstone of any well-functioning democratic society and…
Opinion
Lifeblood of Pacific Northwest imperiled | As I See It
Now, at the eleventh hour, we scramble to save salmon stocks at great cost, spawning a mind-boggling array…