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Stephanie O’Day – Hope for San Juan County | Letter
We are local, both born in Friday Harbor. We have known Stephanie O’ Day both professionally and personally for over 20 years. Stephanie’s commitment to the local people of San Juan County is undeniable. She has been a full-time resident in San Juan County for 33 years. Stephanie is informed of the county’s issues on all the main islands. She understands we have different top issues and priorities. Her door is open, Stephanie wants to know what’s on your heart and mind, how do we grow? She will stay committed to helping islanders while providing balance within our environment. Stephanie will protect our way of life. As farmers and business people we have seen her commitment to local agriculture and to our local residents who work so hard just to be here. She wants to make it easier for us to make a living here. San Juan County is Stephanies home. Taking care of it and its residents are her focus.
Friday Harbor’s 4th of July Parade Dignitaries announced
Submitted by the San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce. The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the Grand Marshal and Honored Citizen and Sam R Buck Award Winner for the 2024 Independence Day Parade in Friday Harbor. Grand Marshal and Honored Citizens are Steve McMurtrie and Don Galt Sr, with Jerry Alhadeff as the Sam R Buck Award winner. These men are committed to service and have made so many contributions to our island.
BRIEF: Dept. of Ecology to remove contaminated sediment from Bellingham waterfront
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Washington Department of Ecology has announced a dredging project in the Bellingham Waterfront to help eliminate contaminated sediment. Ecology says their crews will begin sampling water from the contaminated I & J Waterway throughout July. Around 18,000 cubic yards of contaminated sediment is expected...
VIDEO: Roundabout project underway near Meridian Haggen store
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Drivers should expect lengthy delays over the next month near a busy intersection in north Bellingham. Bellingham Public Works spokesperson Stefanie Cilinceon says crews are starting demolition work to install a new roundabout at the intersection of Meridian and W. Illinois. Traffic will be reduced...
Free vaccination clinic set up for first week of July
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – There’s a great chance to get up to date on your vaccines for this week. Whatcom County announced earlier this year that it’s hosting a series of free vaccination clinics for those who qualify. The next clinic takes place Tuesday, July 2. It’s...
Vote Stephanie for teamwork | Letter
In our pursuit of progress and prosperity for our county, it’s imperative to have leaders who possess a blend of experience, teamwork, and knowledge of the inner workings of the county. That’s why I wholeheartedly endorse Stephanie O’Day for the County Council. Stephanie embodies the essence of...
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