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Tim Dustrude

Just another part-timer - Part time photographer at ThisIsOurTown.com and Dustrude.com, part time graphic artist, part time blogger at Occasionally a New Photo . And now... full time editor at The San Juan Update.

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The Life and Times of General George Pickett

July 2, 2013 at 5:12 am

Re-live Pickett’s Charge 150 years to the day of that terrible event during The Life and Times of General George Pickett at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 3 at the San Juan Community Theatre. Park historian Mike Vouri, Singer Michael Cohen and Technical Director Chris De Staffany present the play for the 17th year. The play  Continue Reading

Pedal Anywhere

July 1, 2013 at 8:51 am

I just heard from Lynn Danaher that there’s a new bike rental business opening today in Friday Harbor. Check this out. PedalAnywhere is launching on Monday July 1 in Friday Harbor, WA, offering online reservations for weekly and monthly bike rentals, with pricing starting at only $115 per week. PedalAnywhere will be offering hybrid and  Continue Reading

Cow and Pig Celebrate July 4th

July 1, 2013 at 5:55 am

Well, the cow celebrates anyway – Not really sure how it’s gonna turn out for the pig. John Miller sent this photo over to share. Any ideas for funny captions on this one?

Pet of the Week

July 1, 2013 at 5:35 am

Meet Cinnamon! This charming little girl is almost four months old and is just about the sweetest kitten you’ll ever meet. She is very friendly and playful and would do well in a home with other pets. Cinnamon has been spayed and would love to settle into a home of her own. Stop by the  Continue Reading

Tour Costa del Sol with your Chamber

July 1, 2013 at 5:30 am

The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce invites members of the chamber and the community to experience Spain and the sunny Costa del Sol October 21,2013. The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce announced that it will be offering a fully escorted tour of the awe inspiring region of Southern Spain, the Costa del Sol.  Continue Reading

Island Receives Funding to Reduce Underage Drinking

July 1, 2013 at 5:25 am

San Juan Island School District has been selected to receive a Prevention Intervention Specialist to coordinate Project SUCCESS to prevent and reduce youth alcohol and other drug use, and create a healthier and safer community environment through continuing to work with the San Juan Island Prevention Coalition. The support from the Division of Behavioral Health  Continue Reading

Formal Planning Begins for New Parklands

July 1, 2013 at 5:16 am

SJI National Historical Park has received funding to begin the formal planning process for the Mitchell Hill and Westcott Bay properties added to the park in 2010 and in March 2013. The Development Concept Plan (DCP) and Environmental Assessment (EA) process will address nearly 350 acres directly adjacent to the north and southeast park boundary.  Continue Reading

Fundraiser Was a Hit

June 30, 2013 at 4:50 pm

Emo Philips, Elayne Boosler and Wendy Liebman were hilarious Saturday night at the Animal Shelter fundraiser at the theater, and the show was not to be missed. If you did miss it however, don’t worry, you can still help out the Animal Shelter – their online auction is live until Monday July 1st at 8pm.  Continue Reading

Lost Kayak

June 29, 2013 at 12:32 pm

Just received an email plea from a fellow kayaker so I thought I’d put this right up. Can anyone help Dan out? Here’s the deal from Dan: I’m sure you get these kind of requests all the time, but hope is all I have that putting out an APB on the kayak I lost on  Continue Reading

55 Years and Celebrating!

June 28, 2013 at 5:50 am

On June 28, 1958, Vic’s Drive In opened for business. 55 years and 1 day later, Kevin and Linda Widmayer are having a celebration and they would love to see you there. It’s on Saturday, June 29th from 11:00 AM til 2:00 PM. Come around back for free Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chips and Soda. Kevin  Continue Reading

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