This is the first in a series of articles about elections in Washington State by San Juan County Auditor F. Milene Henley. The County Auditor administers elections and voter registration in the County. 2016 is a special year in elections. Not only is it a Presidential election year, it’s also a year in which we  Continue Reading

Get basic instruction in using an Apple iPad. Learn how to use built-in apps like the camera and Siri and how to connect to WiFi, find websites, and download apps. Bring your iPad and your Apple ID and password. Please register at the Library: limited space available. Thursday, February 18 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm  Continue Reading

You’re invited to the EMS Open House. Come and Meet our new Chief! Friday February 19th from 4:30 to 7:00 pm at the EMS Building at 1079 Spring Street. There will be Cookies and Tea, opportunity to talk to an EMT or Medic and you’ll see where all the action starts!

Suzanne Brynner is the Animal Shelter’s “Volunteer of the Month” for February. Suzanne is currently pursuing her certification as a professional dog trainer and Canine Nose Work Instructor. Suzanne spends time almost every day working with dogs at the shelter. In doing so, she helps to instill confidence in dogs who have been through a  Continue Reading

Cinda Sue Dow shares this photo of the Island Chordsmen Plus, who did a surprise performance for the senior water arobic class last Friday.

3rd Saturday Grange Dance, at the San Juan Island Grange Hall. Saturday, February 20th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. From Seattle, Amy Carroll calling with fiddler Laurel Stone, Craig Shaw on flute and Jay Finkelstein on guitar. No partners or experience are needed and all dances are taught. $10 donation. For more information call 378-3836, or find us on Facebook.

Here’s a Letter to the Editor from Diane Martindale… Mark March 26 th on your calendars now for the Democratic caucuses in San Juan County. Hillary wants your vote that day. Attention 17 year olds! If you are turning 18 on or before November 8 you CAN participate in the Democratic caucuses. Hillary is a  Continue Reading

John Miller shares several images from Saturdays’ 16th annual Shaw Island Winter Classic. The wide image is part of the 20+ racing fleet heading up SJ channel on the way to Wasp Passage. The last image, shot off the stern of SABRA, is the cutter Fiona from Orcas Island Yacht Club, followed by the Islander 30, Emoyeni,  Continue Reading

“They can have my blue tarp when they pry it out from under my cold, dead butt!” So says David in SJCT’s winter play, One Blue Tarp, opening at San Juan Community Theatre THIS Friday and Saturday, February 19-20 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, February 21 at 2:00 pm. While the line might sound serious,  Continue Reading

Look, I’ll be honest with you. My therapist has suggested I set goals. Mine are as follows: Complete world domination. My own home with a devoted and caring owner before the end of the month. (A fireplace would be nice.) I thought I’d start small and work up to something bigger as time permits. Someday  Continue Reading