Topic: People

Volunteer of the Month

Written on March 30, 2017 at 5:18 am, by

The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor is happy to announce that Emily Volkmann is the Volunteer of the Month for March. Emily has been a loyal volunteer for several months and spends every Monday morning at the animal shelter walking dogs, cuddling cats, and assisting where needed. Thanks so much, Emily for making a  Continue Reading

Dave Hall 1957 – 2017

Written on March 28, 2017 at 10:59 am, by

Dave Hall died peacefully at his Friday Harbor home Tuesday, March 7, 2017, after waging a three year battle with cancer. He lived a life of devotion to his work, honor to his God and his Country, and love for his family and friends. In 1957 he was born in Los Angeles, CA and grew  Continue Reading

Benjamin Lewis White III

Written on March 15, 2017 at 5:51 am, by

Benjamin Lewis White III passed away in Seattle, WA on March 8th, 2017 with family by his side. He was born on October 14, 1989 in Virginia where he lived for a short time before moving to San Juan Island. Ben’s life was marked by his amazing sense of humor, endless rants, and genuine love  Continue Reading

Eugene Nicholas Kozloff

Written on March 14, 2017 at 8:43 pm, by

Gene passed away on March 4, 2017, at Lighthouse Memory Care in Anacortes, Washington, at the age of 96. He was born to Nicholas and Eugenie Kozloff on September 26, 1920, in Tehran, Iran, where his father was serving in the Russian Army that occupied part of Iran before and during World War I. The  Continue Reading

Robert Michael Browne

Written on March 14, 2017 at 5:44 am, by

To our dear family and friends, it is with great sadness that we share this news with you. Our beloved Rob, devoted husband, father and friend passed away after nearly a 3 year, valiantly fought battle with cancer, at the UWMC. Rob was born in Seattle, to mother Inez and father Jim. He is survived  Continue Reading

Vague Family Benefit Dinner and Auction

Written on March 11, 2017 at 5:59 am, by

A community event conceived and planned to take care of one of our own sweet island families. Saturday, March 25 at 5:00 PM at the Fairgrounds. Quincy Vague, a 16 year old sophomore at Friday Harbor High School was recently diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. We, as an island, can come together to ease  Continue Reading

Husky Linemen Paying it Forward

Written on March 11, 2017 at 5:58 am, by

Story by Mike Martin – It began as a routine checkup at the clinic in Friday Harbor, Washington. Hollye Vague took her 16-year old son, Quincy in for a check-up. “Quincy was having headaches,” she said. Quincy was an offensive tackle for the Friday Harbor High School Wolverines — the season had just finished —  Continue Reading

Dave Hall

Written on March 10, 2017 at 7:52 pm, by

Dave Hall passed Tuesday morning, March 7, 2017 with his wife Nadine at his side. A Celebration of Life is tentatively set for Saturday, April 22. A formal obituary with details will follow soon. Cards can be sent to PO Box 815, Friday Harbor.

Maiden Voyage

Written on March 9, 2017 at 5:59 am, by

Randy and Gail Schnee, owners of Cotton Cotton Cotton had a pretty good day yesterday. They launched their brand new kayaks for their maiden voyage. By the time they got all set and made it to Jackson’s Beach, the wind had picked up and the sun had gone away, so they launched in the more protected waters  Continue Reading

Cultural Anthropology Class

Written on March 9, 2017 at 5:46 am, by

Cultural Anthropology Class offered at the San Juan Center Join Dr. Deborah Neff for a broad and rich introduction to the field of Cultural Anthropology. Learn what is known about humans as social and culture-bearing groups and individuals, from our early history — going back 50,000 years — through the present. The course will include the  Continue Reading

Letter From Dr. Diaz

Written on March 6, 2017 at 5:46 am, by

School District Superintendent Dr. Danna Diaz shares this letter to the community… Greetings Teachers, Staff, Parents, Students and Community Members: When I was searching for a way to begin writing this letter, I was wondering why is it still cold today. I wore my hat, gloves and used my space heater at work. I was  Continue Reading

2016 San Juan Island EMS Award Recipients

Written on March 4, 2017 at 8:52 am, by

San Juan Island EMS held their annual awards banquet January 28th. Pictured left to right the 2016 award recipients are as follows: Humberto Orozco – San Juan County Medical Program Director’s Award & Officer of the Year Margaret Longley – EMT of the Year Kati English – Rookie EMT of the Year Steve Alluise (not  Continue Reading

Merri Ann’s Lifestyle Video Series

Written on March 3, 2017 at 5:39 am, by

Here is another San Juan Island lifestyle video from Merri Ann Simonson.  This one offer tips about the various types of waterfront properties and the benefits and amenities of each type. 

Welcome to Web Street

Written on March 2, 2017 at 5:46 pm, by

Another day and 2 more ribbon cutting ceremonies. To celebrate their move to Web Street, both Friday Harbor Pet Supplies and Meat Machine Cycles cut ribbons with the Chamber and the Town on Thursday, March 2nd. Their new location at 22 Web Street, is the building where San Juan Interiors was located before their move  Continue Reading

Why is Everyone Laughing?

Written on March 2, 2017 at 5:49 am, by

Proud mom Cynthia Burke shares some happy news from her daughter Hanna… Hanna Burke wrote, produced, directed and starred in her show based on Madeline Kahn’s life.  The one hour show is a mixture of stories & songs from Madeline’s life and career and Hanna has been performing the show in New York over the  Continue Reading

New Location for The Hemp Seed

Written on March 1, 2017 at 5:40 pm, by

Wednesday March 1st was the official opening and ribbon cutting for the new location of The Hemp Seed. It’s in the back of the arcade on Spring Street where the Chamber of Commerce used to be – behind the Spring Street Deli and General Store. Originally located in the Surina Business Park this hemp products  Continue Reading