Two island families unite to steward historic Orcas Hotel into next chapter
Two Orcas Island families are joining forces to write the next chapter in the beloved Orcas Hotel’s 120-year history.
Potential flood impacts to I-5 and Highway 20
Submitted by the San Juan County Department of Emergency Management
Two bodies found in San Juan County waters
San Juan County Sheriff Eric Peter confirmed that two bodies, a male and a female, were pulled from the water…
A bare-bones county budget approved
After working with department heads and the Auditor’s Office for months, the Council approved a County budget for 2026 on…
County Council adopts 2025 Comp Plan Update – Leaves several items for further discussion in 2026
Submitted by San Juan County.
Council adopts legislative priorities for 2026: Infrastructure, transportation and affordable housing
Submitted by San Juan County.
Orcas Island boys basketball starts season 3-0 for first time in five years
By Declan O’Malley
Thank you for joining us during this year’s Holiday GiveOrcas campaign and showing support for 33 incredible community-driven programs that… The Community Thanksgiving dinner at the Odd Fellows Hall was a great success! The Hall was filled with community members…Another successful GiveOrcas | Letter
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The Co-op way: Capital credit checks are in the mail
Submitted by the Orcas Power & Light Cooperative.
Three days left to give gifts that make a lasting impact in our community through Holiday GiveOrcas
Submitted by the Orcas Island Community Foundation.
- Orcas Island Community Band’s annual concert Dec. 20 at 7 p.m.
- OPALCO launches opt-in renewable energy survey to gather member input
- Orcas Montessori School hosts annual wreath sale and holiday bazaar
- Leon Rosenblatt showcasing art at the library
- Create comfort with fidget quilts at Orcas Senior Center
- It’s time for the Holiday Jammie Jam
Gov. Ferguson amends emergency proclamation, directs $3.5M in support to flood-impacted Washingtonians
Submitted by the Washington Office of the Governor.
From pilot to payoff: SJC’s 32-hour work week pilot project brings fiscal savings and workforce gains
Submitted by San Juan County.
- Counterfeit cartel; shady shoveling | SJC sheriff’s log
- First baby in K Pod since 2022
- Ferry Kaleetan sidelined by engine damage, San Juan Islands service disrupted
- Avian Influenza confirmed in San Juan County birds | First human death in Washington state
- County Council opts for one-year budget; Focuses on adopting 2026 at Dec. 9 public hearing
- Environmental advocates sue again to protect wild salmon, steelhead and orcas from harmful Columbia River hatcheries, as feds concede new management plan is inadequate
Orcas Island athletes excel at elite Iron Wood Throwers Camp
By Darrell Kirk
Vikings open season with senior leadership, depth and strong team culture
By Declan O’Malley
Veteran players return for Lady Vikings season
By Cienna Richardson
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First baby in K Pod since 2022
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Counterfeit cartel; shady shoveling | SJC sheriff’s log
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Orcas Island Community Band’s annual concert Dec. 20 at 7 p.m.
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Orcas Island athletes excel at elite Iron Wood Throwers Camp
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Gov. Ferguson amends emergency proclamation, directs $3.5M in support to flood-impacted Washingtonians
