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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.

Recent Posts by Tim

Magical Christmas Shopping!

November 19, 2021 at 5:41 am

* Carefully curated and beautifully presented gift selections for everyone on your list, from grandparents to pets * Delightfully packaged handmade Christmas cookies * Unbelievable raffles, including a 1 /2 hour helicopter tour for 4 people * Exquisite Christmas trees-already decorated just for you * Merry chats with St. Nick for kids and adults Saturday,  Continue Reading

Weekly Covid Case Update

November 18, 2021 at 4:15 pm

Since the last update on Friday November 12th, there have been 28 new confirmed or probable cases in San Juan County. Current case count is now 404. Of these twenty-eight new cases, initial investigations indicate that at least ten appear to have occurred in fully vaccinated individuals. There are approximately eight unvaccinated close contacts of  Continue Reading

4-Boat Service Returns

November 18, 2021 at 12:32 pm

This just in from WSF… The Anacortes/San Juan Islands route will return to four-boat service and operate on its usual Fall Schedule starting Friday, Nov. 19. Customers are encouraged to check the four-boat “Anacortes/San Juan Islands” sailing schedule, which will be listed as inactive until it takes effect on Nov. 19.   Reservations will remain suspended  Continue Reading

Updated Salish Sea Vessel Traffic Projections Released

November 18, 2021 at 5:54 am

San Juan County, WA, USA. – The recently updated Salish Sea Vessel Traffic Projections (PDF – Nov. 2021) provided by Friends of the San Juans shows that at least a 25% increase in large, ocean-going commercial vessel traffic could occur if all of the proposed new and expanding terminal and refinery projects are permitted and  Continue Reading

Nana’s Holiday House

November 18, 2021 at 5:50 am

We are happy to be opening Nana’s House this year after missing last year. For our 9th year, we are changing things up a bit. We will be opening a week earlier, on Thanksgiving weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00-5:00. Then, we will be open the following three weekends in December, on Saturdays and  Continue Reading

San Juan Singers to Present Comfort & Joy Concert

November 18, 2021 at 5:44 am

San Juan Community Theatre is delighted to host the San Juan Singers on the Whittier stage yet again this holiday season. This year the San Juan Singers present their Comfort & Joy concert. There will be two performances, Saturday, December 11th at 7:30pm and Sunday, December 12th at 2:00pm which will feature songs that celebrate  Continue Reading

Mamma Mia! Closing Weekend – Four More Chances to See the Show

November 17, 2021 at 4:21 pm

San Juan Community Theatre is so grateful for the reception of our debut musical production since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, Mamma Mia! We love seeing the community come together and enjoy live, indoor theatre on the Whittier stage once again. The cast has been having a blast performing for everyone, and audience members  Continue Reading

SJICF Kicks Off Annual Community Giving Campaign with $25k Match

November 17, 2021 at 2:28 pm

“When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.”  – Maya Angelou As we pause in the coming weeks to give thanks, nurture our loved ones, and reflect on the past year, the San Juan Island Community Foundation invites the entire community to consider a gift that lasts forever – investment in community. On  Continue Reading

San Juan County Land Bank November 2021 Meeting & Agenda

November 17, 2021 at 11:06 am

The San Juan County Land Bank Commission will hold its monthly meeting on November 19, from 8:30am-11:30am via Zoom. The public is invited to attend. Click HERE to download the agenda (includes ZOOM link) and meeting materials, including the Coffelt Farm Lease Rate and Reserve Study. (PDF) To learn more about your Conservation Land Bank,  Continue Reading

Compass Health Expands Local Team

November 17, 2021 at 9:51 am

Compass Health expands team and service capacity in San Juan County to meet local behavioral health needs SAN JUAN COUNTY, Wash., Nov. 15, 2021 – With a team of mental health and substance use treatment professionals based in San Juan County, Compass Health has expanded service capacity across the islands to meet community members’ behavioral  Continue Reading

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