Topic: Around Here
Cold weather, high demand & planned rate increases lead to above average OPALCO bills
Written on January 29, 2022 at 8:02 am, by Jeff Arnim
The long string of sub-freezing temperatures that hung around the island in late December are contributing to the expensive OPALCO billing statements that co-op members are about to receive. According to the utility, many customers saw their energy usage double during the most recent billing period, due primarily to the increased load placed on home Continue Reading
Above Wasp Passage
Written on January 28, 2022 at 3:01 pm, by San Juan Update
John Miller shares this recent image of Wasp Passage, taken via drone from Primrose Lane.
EDC presenting workshop on financial discipline for small businesses
Written on January 28, 2022 at 9:59 am, by Jeff Arnim
On Thursday, Feb. 10, the San Juan County Economic Development Council will offer a free workshop covering common financial issues faced by small business owners. The workshop is being presented together with the Washington Small Business Development Center. According to the EDC: This workshop will be led by Steve Burke, Western Regional Manager with the Continue Reading
Winter ferry reservations return at 60 percent capacity starting Jan. 30; spring reservation release delayed
Written on January 27, 2022 at 7:14 pm, by Jeff Arnim
Starting Sunday, Jan. 30, you’ll once again have the option to make reservations for the winter ferry schedule, which runs through March 26. Due to continued staffing challenges and the increased likelihood of cancellations, only 60 percent of spaces can be reserved, instead of the typical 90 percent. 20 percent will be released two months Continue Reading
Letters to the editor: in opposition to San Juan County Public Hospital District Proposition 1
Written on January 27, 2022 at 1:32 pm, by Jeff Arnim
On Feb. 8, voters will decide the fate of San Juan County Public Hospital District Proposition 1, a six-year emergency medical services property tax levy renewal. The San Juan Update has received the following letters to the editor with statements in opposition to the levy: Steve Ulvi Mary Foley Francis & Rebecca Smith Dan Paulson Continue Reading
Letters to the editor: in support of San Juan County Public Hospital District Proposition 1
Written on January 27, 2022 at 12:33 pm, by Jeff Arnim
On Feb. 8, voters will decide the fate of San Juan County Public Hospital District Proposition 1, a six-year emergency medical services property tax levy renewal. The San Juan Update has received the following letters to the editor with statements in support of the levy: Trish Lehman Louise Dustrude Eric Koons Barb Leeming Winnie Brumsickle Continue Reading
Letters to the editor: San Juan Island School District Proposition 1
Written on January 27, 2022 at 9:43 am, by Jeff Arnim
On Feb. 8, voters will decide the fate of San Juan Island School District Proposition 1, a replacement educational programs and operational levy renewal. The San Juan Update has received the following letters to the editor with statements regarding the levy: Scott & Tori Zehner Travis & Jennifer Ayers Louise Dustrude Sarah Werling Sandwith Board Continue Reading
Beach cleanup at Jackson’s on Jan. 29
Written on January 26, 2022 at 4:14 pm, by Jeff Arnim
Some helpful community members are organizing a cleanup project at Jackson’s Beach on Saturday, Jan. 29, starting at 10 a.m. The group will meet at the pavilion. Trash bags and gloves will be provided.
Last call for letters to the editor
Written on January 26, 2022 at 10:16 am, by Jeff Arnim
Today is the last day to submit letters to the editor with comments on the two levies up for a vote in the Feb. 8 special election. Submit your comments by email. You can submit a comment on one levy, or on both. All letters will be published in the Update tomorrow.
San Juan County providing free N95 & KN95 masks
Written on January 25, 2022 at 5:26 pm, by Jeff Arnim
San Juan County’s Health & Community Services department is making N95 and KN95 masks available to the public at no charge. While supplies last, the masks are available at three locations on San Juan Island: Friday Harbor Drug Kings Market Friday Harbor Market Place Health & Community Services notes that: For the use of the Continue Reading
Expiration dates for at-home COVID tests extended
Written on January 25, 2022 at 12:50 pm, by Jeff Arnim
Last month, San Juan County Health & Community Services distributed thousands of EverlyWell-brand at-home COVID-19 test kits. Yesterday the county’s Department of Emergency Management announced that the expiration for all EverlyWell kits has been extended by one year from the date marked on the packaging. EverlyWell worked with the company that makes the solution included Continue Reading
Natasha Warmenhoven announces candidacy for County Auditor
Written on January 25, 2022 at 6:44 am, by San Juan Update
It is with great excitement that I announce my candidacy for San Juan County Auditor. I believe that my education and experience will make me a great fit for this position and the County. After graduating from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy in 2012, I spent five years in private Continue Reading
EDC event to look at COVID’s impact on the region’s economy
Written on January 24, 2022 at 7:16 pm, by Jeff Arnim
In late March, the San Juan County Economic Development Council will host a 90-minute virtual event that examines the ways in which the pandemic has affected — and continues to affect — our region’s industries and employment market. Called Datapalooza, the event will consider the pandemic through the lens of economic and demographic trends. Speaking Continue Reading
Cold weather, high demand & planned rate increases lead to above average OPALCO bills
Written on January 29, 2022 at 8:02 am, by Jeff Arnim
The long string of sub-freezing temperatures that hung around the island in late December are contributing to the expensive OPALCO billing statements that co-op members are about to receive. According to the utility, many customers saw their energy usage double during the most recent billing period, due primarily to the increased load placed on home Continue Reading
Above Wasp Passage
Written on January 28, 2022 at 3:01 pm, by San Juan Update
John Miller shares this recent image of Wasp Passage, taken via drone from Primrose Lane.
EDC presenting workshop on financial discipline for small businesses
Written on January 28, 2022 at 9:59 am, by Jeff Arnim
On Thursday, Feb. 10, the San Juan County Economic Development Council will offer a free workshop covering common financial issues faced by small business owners. The workshop is being presented together with the Washington Small Business Development Center. According to the EDC: This workshop will be led by Steve Burke, Western Regional Manager with the Continue Reading
Winter ferry reservations return at 60 percent capacity starting Jan. 30; spring reservation release delayed
Written on January 27, 2022 at 7:14 pm, by Jeff Arnim
Starting Sunday, Jan. 30, you’ll once again have the option to make reservations for the winter ferry schedule, which runs through March 26. Due to continued staffing challenges and the increased likelihood of cancellations, only 60 percent of spaces can be reserved, instead of the typical 90 percent. 20 percent will be released two months Continue Reading
Letters to the editor: in opposition to San Juan County Public Hospital District Proposition 1
Written on January 27, 2022 at 1:32 pm, by Jeff Arnim
On Feb. 8, voters will decide the fate of San Juan County Public Hospital District Proposition 1, a six-year emergency medical services property tax levy renewal. The San Juan Update has received the following letters to the editor with statements in opposition to the levy: Steve Ulvi Mary Foley Francis & Rebecca Smith Dan Paulson Continue Reading
Letters to the editor: in support of San Juan County Public Hospital District Proposition 1
Written on January 27, 2022 at 12:33 pm, by Jeff Arnim
On Feb. 8, voters will decide the fate of San Juan County Public Hospital District Proposition 1, a six-year emergency medical services property tax levy renewal. The San Juan Update has received the following letters to the editor with statements in support of the levy: Trish Lehman Louise Dustrude Eric Koons Barb Leeming Winnie Brumsickle Continue Reading
Letters to the editor: San Juan Island School District Proposition 1
Written on January 27, 2022 at 9:43 am, by Jeff Arnim
On Feb. 8, voters will decide the fate of San Juan Island School District Proposition 1, a replacement educational programs and operational levy renewal. The San Juan Update has received the following letters to the editor with statements regarding the levy: Scott & Tori Zehner Travis & Jennifer Ayers Louise Dustrude Sarah Werling Sandwith Board Continue Reading
Beach cleanup at Jackson’s on Jan. 29
Written on January 26, 2022 at 4:14 pm, by Jeff Arnim
Some helpful community members are organizing a cleanup project at Jackson’s Beach on Saturday, Jan. 29, starting at 10 a.m. The group will meet at the pavilion. Trash bags and gloves will be provided.
Last call for letters to the editor
Written on January 26, 2022 at 10:16 am, by Jeff Arnim
Today is the last day to submit letters to the editor with comments on the two levies up for a vote in the Feb. 8 special election. Submit your comments by email. You can submit a comment on one levy, or on both. All letters will be published in the Update tomorrow.
San Juan County providing free N95 & KN95 masks
Written on January 25, 2022 at 5:26 pm, by Jeff Arnim
San Juan County’s Health & Community Services department is making N95 and KN95 masks available to the public at no charge. While supplies last, the masks are available at three locations on San Juan Island: Friday Harbor Drug Kings Market Friday Harbor Market Place Health & Community Services notes that: For the use of the Continue Reading
Expiration dates for at-home COVID tests extended
Written on January 25, 2022 at 12:50 pm, by Jeff Arnim
Last month, San Juan County Health & Community Services distributed thousands of EverlyWell-brand at-home COVID-19 test kits. Yesterday the county’s Department of Emergency Management announced that the expiration for all EverlyWell kits has been extended by one year from the date marked on the packaging. EverlyWell worked with the company that makes the solution included Continue Reading
Natasha Warmenhoven announces candidacy for County Auditor
Written on January 25, 2022 at 6:44 am, by San Juan Update
It is with great excitement that I announce my candidacy for San Juan County Auditor. I believe that my education and experience will make me a great fit for this position and the County. After graduating from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy in 2012, I spent five years in private Continue Reading
EDC event to look at COVID’s impact on the region’s economy
Written on January 24, 2022 at 7:16 pm, by Jeff Arnim
In late March, the San Juan County Economic Development Council will host a 90-minute virtual event that examines the ways in which the pandemic has affected — and continues to affect — our region’s industries and employment market. Called Datapalooza, the event will consider the pandemic through the lens of economic and demographic trends. Speaking Continue Reading