Heather Spaulding, editor of The Journal of the San Juan Islands, discusses her reporting on the conflict over County water usage through the Town of Friday Harbor’s water system. And she focuses on the priority for the larger discussion of the County’s water supply — the reality that continued growth is not possible without taking into account…
Friday Harbor Mayor Ray Jackson dropped by CNL2 TV yesterday afternoon to share his personal feelings about local protests regarding the Hamas-Israel conflict. Jackson stressed he is not taking a side on the international issue, but is purely dealing with town matters, and feedback he is receiving from the business community. Specifically, Jackson addressed protest…
Jeff Noedel and Heather Spaulding discuss the highlights of the stories in the 3-5-2024 edition of The Journal of the San Juan Islands.
In a brief shared with CNL2 TV by Rep. Alex Ramel, plans for San Juan County’s Community Water Taxi see no immediate funding in the latest transportation bills, with focus instead on a study for future services. Despite this, Vashon and Bremerton routes receive millions for enhancements. The move underscores challenges in ferry service equity…
48th Parallel News @ Noon anchor, Matthew Rice reports on stories from the local news papers, The Everett Herald and Cascadia Daily News.
Larry Noedel, vice-president of the Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society (B.I.G.S.), discusses the vital role played by volunteer genealogists, and how genealogy changed his life. He is the father of CNL2 co-founder Jeff Noedel.
In an exclusive interview, Orcas Island’s Jonathan Welch announced his decision to run for San Juan County District 2. Welch is critical of the County’s four-day work week, supports new diesel boats for WSF, and believes Council members should more actively lobby Olympia.
In an exclusive interview by CNL2 TV, GOP Governor candidate Dave Reichert called for new diesel ferries, and expressed support for a public-private run inter island water taxi service, as a stop-gap measure. He hopes for bipartisanship with a Democrat-led legislature, but also would work closely with mayors.
David Turnoy (chair) and Geri Turnoy (vice chair) of San Juan County Democrats explain the principles and policies of the local Democratic Party: “[We] stand for democracy. We actively support the well-being of people, all living things, and the environment.” Democratic Creed [From Democrats 101, by J.M. Purvis] We Believe All people are created equal, that…