San Juan County Republicans had a rocking good time at the fair. Thank you to the fair staff, board and volunteers who made this the best San Juan County Fair in years. You organized a varied and exciting fair that provided time to renew old friendships and meet new neighbors. Thank you!

In the Republican booth, the banner of Republican values was a conversation starter. Visitors agreed that Republican values are American values. Everyone had a few laughs as we gave away butterscotch cotton candy called “Trump Hair”. It was a hit with youth.

A poster comparing Socialism and Capitalism prompted one man to say, “If I had a dollar for every time Socialism worked, I would have $0.”

People of all political stripes enjoyed discussing and voting for the most important accomplishment of President Trump in the first 200 days of his term. Both young and old fair goers took advantage of the photo opportunities provided by life size images of Abraham Lincoln, President Trump, V.P. Vance and Robert F. Kennedy.

There was also opportunity to sign the initiative for a ballot measure to vote on whether proof of citizenship should be required for voter registration. Any one who missed the opportunity to sign the initiative, will have another chance soon. Watch for an announcement.

Do you dream of creating wildflower habitat in your backyard? Are you looking for sustainable landscaping to support pollinators and other wildlife?

Mark your calendar for the San Juan County Conservation Land Bank’s Fall Native Wildflower Sale. Buyers can reserve plants online September 14 - 19 and pick them up on Saturday, October 4 on San Juan, Orcas, and Lopez islands. Plants are produced locally by the Salish Seeds Project, a joint program of the Land Bank and the San Juan Preservation Trust.  

The Douglas/Bailer Hill Road Improvements Project is nearing completion as crews enter the final phases of construction. 

Project Updates

The project is progressing ahead of schedule and crews are working diligently to prepare the road for pavement. Crews anticipate chip sealing the road near the end of August and packing up equipment before Labor Day Weekend.

Until the project is complete, the speed limit will remain at 25 MPH while vehicles travel on a gravel surface. Bicycle and motorcycle traffic are still encouraged to use alternate routes until the project is finished. 

SAN JUAN COUNTY, WA, May 22, 2025 — Due to favorable weather conditions and current fire risk assessments, the San Juan County Fire Marshal in conjunction with all Fire Districts have extended the residential burn permit season through Sunday, June 15, 2025.

All current burn permits remain valid through that date, allowing permitted burning of natural vegetation in accordance with County regulations. Residents are reminded to follow all permit conditions closely, including monitoring burn piles at all times and ensuring appropriate safety measures are in place.