Discussing Prenatal Care, School Sports, WSF
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.
No implementation funds for San Juans water taxi service in 2024 State appropriations
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…
A snapshot from the future: Matthew Rice samples the new 48th Parallel News @ Noon format. Coming soon.
48th Parallel News @ Noon anchor, Matthew Rice reports on stories from the local news papers, The Everett Herald and Cascadia Daily News.
Interview of Maria Michaelson and Nate Fihn
Hosts Jeff Noedel and Heather Spaulding interview Maria Michaelson the co-owner of Alchemy Arts Center and Nate Fihn owner of Waterworks Gallery.
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Tom Starr on CNL2’s live interviews…
“The CNL2 news service has given San Juan County islanders an unprecedented opportunity to get local news and opinion that matter. For example, Its ability to record live interviews on important issues like our lack of reliable ferry service has helped bring this issue to the attention of our county and state legislators. “ Tom…
Special Online Screening of Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry It On
On Wednesday, February 28 at 6:30 pm PST on the fhff.org website, the Friday Harbor Film Festival will present a special FREE showing of the winner of the 2023 International Emmy Award in Arts Programming, Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry It On. This is part of the Best of the Fest series. Experience the story of…
Yamaha Develops Hydrogen Fuel Outboard
Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. has unveiled a protoype for the world’s first hydrogen-powered outboard for recreational boats along with a prototype fuel system integrated into a vessel that the company plans to further refine for testing later this year. The effort is part of Yamaha’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality: deploying multiple technology solutions.Yamaha joined…
Father of CNL2 Co-founder Jeff Noedel Discusses Importance of Genealogical Societies
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.
EXCLUSIVE: Orcas’ Jonathan Welch announces intention to run for San Juan County Council
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.
Reichert Calls for New “Clean Diesel” Ferries Now
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.
County Party Leaders David and Geri Turnoy Articulate Democrat Priorities for 2024 Elections
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…
Nate Fihn – New Owner of Friday Harbor’s WaterWorks Gallery – Talks Art, Music and Bartending
Nate Fihn speaks with Jeff Noedel and Matthew Rice. Fihn is the owner of Blind Tiger Bar Services, and the new owner of WaterWorks Gallery in Friday Harbor. Subjects include the Art Walk, Studio Tours, Fihn’s Hip Hop, gallery events including Sunday open mic night. He spoke of the importance of programming music and events…