Editorials

EDITORIAL: An appeal to our better angels; let's stop the bullying

Polarization - division into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs - has been a problem in the San Juan Islands…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

EDITORIAL: Keep calm and contact your legislator

Ferry trouble in the San Juan Islands is exacerbated when it happens near the Fourth of July holiday. In the late 90s, it was…

Written by Sharon

Explanation for delayed posting of press releases from PA

There are three press releases from the San Juan County Prosecutor's office posted Sunday evening. The press releases were dated March 25, April 2…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

EDITORIAL: What happens next in Friday Harbor following release of District Court's security cam video

So what should happen now that it is inarguably apparent that the manipulation of San Juan County District Court's security camera during a criminal…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

EDITORIAL: Public needs to see security camera video that resulted in dismissal of criminal trial

The next episode of what has turned into a national story, takes place at 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 12 in San Juan County District…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

EDITORIAL: Time to clean up the mess at SJ EMS

The good news is four of the five seats on the San Juan County Public Hospital District #1 Board are up for election next…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

Editorial: A hesitant Yes For Homes

The decision on whether to vote to approve the local initiative to establish a half percent Real Estate Excise Tax is a surprisingly difficult…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

Editorial: Brandli is the logical choice for District Court Judge

One candidate is unquestionably more qualified at this time for the position of San Juan County District Court Judge. Steve Brandli, 55, has served…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

Editorial: Time to put a moratorium on whale-watching boats

The image of J-35 keeping her dead calf afloat is enough to break your heart. Is it enough for people to take the difficult…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

Editorial: Now is the time to approve new regs for vacation rentals

Vacation rentals - the bane of some neighborhoods, an affordable way to acquire a second home, a way to pay a mortgage on a…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

Filling the PHD board vacancies 2.0

EDITORIAL: One can hope that out of respect for the voters and taxpayers in the San Juan County #1 Hospital District, the actions taken…

Written by Sharon Kivisto

Voters not represented on SJI PHD commission, AG opinion needed

EDITORIAL: San Juan Island citizens were subjected to a grueling and ugly election process for three seats on the Hospital District Commission in 2015.…

Written by Sharon Kivisto