Nov 1, 2024 · Land use attorney and County Council District 1 candidate Stephanie O’Day has assisted the Penwells in the past and was quick to respond after Penwell issued a press release stating his intention to retire and spelling out the real possibility that Community Treasures could close come the new year.

Attorney General Nick Brown statement on federal court temporarily blocking unconstitutional order on birthright citizenship nationwide. A federal judge today granted Washington state’s motion for a nationwide temporary restraining order against President Donald Trump’s unconstitutional attempt…

Dec 11, 2024 · By Jeff Noedel Journal contributor. Coast Guard Petty Officer and Public Information Officer Steve Strohmayer told the Journal, there were no injuries associated with the sinking of a vessel, the Elsie M, a 25 foot tugboat, at Shipyard Cove on Dec. 5.

Nov 21, 2024 · Submitted by San Juan County. The San Juan County Assessor’s Office mailed the 2024 Change of Value Notices on Nov. 12. Changes reflect market sales between Jan. 1, 2023, and April 30, 2024, with an assessment date of Jan. 1, 2024.

5 days ago · A group of islanders gathered outside the courthouse on Saturday, Jan. 19, ahead of the inauguration, coinciding with protests across the nation. Attendees displayed signs advocating separation of powers, equality and democracy and speaking out …

3 days ago · The second annual local job fair will be at the Grange on Thursday, Jan. 30, from 4-7 p.m. Local businesses and potential employees will gather in the hopes of filling spring and summer staffing positions on the island. Candace Ragsdale, human resources director for Roche Harbor Resort, is running ...

Oct 28, 2024 · Submitted by the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office. Oct. 16 • A report of a hit and run at the county boat dock on Prevost Harbor on Stuart Island was made.

The family of Mary Frances McElfresh is saddened to announce her death last month, on October 26th in Friday Harbor,… Read Story

Jan 18, 2025 · 1. Question: Which of the following IS NOT an expressed power of the federal government specified in the Constitution? A. Declare war. B. Coin money. C. Establish public schools. 2. Question: How many representatives does Washington have in the U.S. House of Representatives ...

Jan 21, 2025 · Managing our forests and landscapes to minimize fire risk is also important, but fire ecology here is much different than in drier climates. It’s important to recognize that our native understory vegetation can help retain moisture in the summer and reduce fire spread and severity.