In the first episode of the 48th Parallel Noon News, Jeff Noedel discusses a variety of topics with Norris Palmer of Friday Harbor, WA. Topics include Norris’ history with boats, the idea of talk radio for CNL2, and data transparency for the Washington State Ferry System. Directed and edited by Jeremy Tyler. Recorded at CNL2 studios in Friday Harbor, Washington.
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 2:55 a.m.Written by Jeff NoedelVideo directed by: Jeremy Tyler A CNL2 VIDEO IS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE Stephanie O’Day is running for the position of San Juan County County Representative from Residency District 1. She visited the CNL2 Studio for an interview with me at 11:00 a.m. of…
Golden bales of hay, carefully rolled and ready for the winter. These bales are a testament to the hard work of our farmers, ensuring that livestock have sustenance through the colder months. Captured during the golden hour on July 26, 2024, the light highlights the beauty of agricultural life on San Juan Island. 3
CNL2 VIDEO POSTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE It’s the biggest Vessel Turn-in Event in Washington this season. By now, most of 14 derelict or abandoned power boats and sailboats have been “deconstructed” at Jensen’s Shipyard in a program run by the State’s Department of Natural Resources. It was a team effort, involving no…
From 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. today, the three candidates for San Juan County, WA County Manager made themselves available for questions from some of the 40 citizens who came to meet them at The Grange in Friday Harbor. The information session was moderated by Brandon Andrews. The finalists are also scheduled to appear in similar…
If enacted, the new law could lead to improved life for San Juans’ inter-island travelers and citizens of other seaside towns by creating more freedom of movement IMAGINE: A trip to see a doctor in Bellingham. Using a foot ferry and a ground shuttle could turn a 4-hour one-way trip to Peace Health Medical Center…
Sunday, December 1, 2024by Jeff Noedel Captain Ken Burtness had just one employer his entire adult life: Washington State Ferries. He joined the system in 1970, when he was 16 years old. He worked summers until 1978, when he went full-time with WSF. After a period of training early in his full-time career, he basically…
