The San Juan County Council announced their unanimous decision today to offer the position of County Manager to Michael Thomas, currently the City Administrator for the City of Enumclaw, Washington. Council member Bob Jarman praised Thomas for his background in economic development and community planning, citing that it will be critical in addressing the land  Continue Reading

This little fella is Tyrone.  He arrived with his buddy and possible litter-mate, “Cleetus” from California last week.  We think Tyrone and Cleetus are about 6 months old – they have lots of puppy spunk and love to play, play, play… followed by some serious napping and snuggling.   These guys probably won’t get too  Continue Reading

Just got this message from Susan and Scott at the bowling alley: Summer bowlers are needed to fill out the Monday night league. Summer League goes from May 20 until August 12th. We won’t play on Memorial Day and there’s still time for people to join and begin bowling on June 3.  All bowlers are welcome regardless  Continue Reading

Join Jane Wentworth of the Washington Native Plant Society and Doug McCutchen, San Juan County Land Bank Steward, to walk the Westside Preserve. Famous for its views of sunsets, marine wildlife and sweeping vistas, it is also home to one of the rarer and most bio-diverse habitats of our region. Meet and park at Lime Kiln Point State Park (Discovery  Continue Reading

The League of Women Voters of the San Juan’s elected their new board of directors for 2013-2014 at their Annual Meeting at Vinny’s Ristorante on May 13, 2013.  The featured speaker, Necia Quast of San Juan Island, presented a riveting account of her experiences in the US Foreign Service and whose tenure included notable hardship  Continue Reading

There is a club forming for anyone interested in photography. Mary Haselow is the main organizer for it with help from Tim Dustrude (yes, me).  We are hoping to find more people who would like to participate and even help organize and lead events. This is very easy – very low key and informal. You  Continue Reading

John Miller was at the blessing of Peace Island Medical Center on Saturday and he has these photos to share with you. Click here to see the gallery.

The Pig War by Mark Holtzen Local teacher and author Mark Holtzen will be available to sign and discuss his children’s book, The Pig War, in the Griffin Bay Bookstore on Saturday, May 25, 2013, from 2:00-4:00 pm. He hopes to share the story and book with kids, visitors, and also with local elementary teachers  Continue Reading

Volunteers are needed to help with construction of the loop trail being built at Peace Island Medical Center. The second work party will be held on Saturday, May 25th at 9:00 am. This destination trail is also a spur off the Airport Trail section of the American Camp Trail. This project is being done by volunteer  Continue Reading

Tillie the Orca caught a ride with San Juan Taxi today. Photo by Susan Juul. Thanks Susan!