Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor is accepting applications for two educational and training awards available to women living in San Juan County. The $2,000 Educational Opportunity Award was established for women enrolled in, or accepted into, an undergraduate degree or career training program. Its purpose is to help women overcome personal difficulties and improve their  Continue Reading

From March 6 — Reflections in the water of Quarry No. 9 at Roche Harbor.

Friday Harbor’s newest coffee shop, 13 Ravens Coffee, opened yesterday morning in the space formerly occupied by The Bean. 13 Ravens is owned by Liberty Miller, who worked at The Bean in years past, and who for the last several years has operated a coffee house located inside a retired Alaska train car in Seward,  Continue Reading

From July 4 — Fire engines pass by during the Fourth of July parade.

The San Juan Building Association’s annual gingerbread house contest returns this week. Drop off your edible architectural masterpieces between noon and 2 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday, at the former home of Cask and Schooner — 1 Front St. The contest has two divisions — one for builders age 15 and younger, and one for builders  Continue Reading

From May 19 — The textured skies of spring passing over Argyle Lagoon on a warm afternoon.

The San Juan County Council will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 9 a.m. Items up for discussion or action include: 2023 legislative priorities for the County Council 2023 lodging tax award recommendations County grants report You can view the live stream of the meeting online or attend in person at the  Continue Reading