ICE
Jefferson County Braces for the Unknown: Will ICE Roll Into the Quimper Peninsula?
With tensions high all over the US, what can we expect from federal immigration enforcement, and how can we prepare to help our neighbors?
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Jefferson County Superior Court
ICE Jurisdiction and Guardianship Cases Tackled in Superior Court
Superior court cases explore custody through two different lenses.
Jefferson County Board of County Commisioners
Jefferson County Plans New Solid Waste Transfer Station as Recycling System Changes Take Effect
Existing waste transfer station proves to be inadequate for current—let alone future—needs.
Humane Society of Jefferson County
Ongoing at the Humane Society: Leadership Upheaval, Staff Exodus, and Mounting Allegations Rock Jefferson County Shelter
In the week since the Beacon first reported on the situation at the Humane Society, communication has revolved around the denial of allegations even as more people leave the organization.
Burlesque
My Funny Valentine: A Slightly Unhinged Comedic Burlesque & Variety Show
Multi-Award-Winning Burlesque Clown Tout D’Lou joins local performance troupe The Sky Dancers in an unforgettable Valentine’s show.
Jefferson County District Court
Court Congestion and Driving With Suspended Licenses
The Beacon is beginning our new Criminal Justice beat, where we will be breaking down aspects of the system along with reporting on the news.
Port Townsend City Council
City Council Approves Funding for Ferries and Furry Companions; Releases Statement on ICE
In a meeting full of community positives, the police statement acknowledging inability to prevent a potential ICE presence brought a change in temperature.
EMS
Could the History of EMTs Point to Solutions for Today’s Insurance Crisis?
Levy-funded programs like Medic One save lives while training the country’s top EMTs, all without exorbitant fees for users.
Forest Ecology
Humans and Birds “Collaborate” to Improve Forest Health on the Olympic Peninsula
New program uses bird song recording to manage Land Trust properties.
Advice
Feral Feelings: The Embers of Anger
Every month, psychotherapist, poet, and hedgewitch Amber Autumn Leaves Huntsman answers your conundrums. Do you have a problem that you think Feral Feelings could answer? Send them to feralfeelings@jeffcobeacon.com
Animal Rescue
Jefferson County Humane Society: Former Staff Allege Animal Neglect, Toxic Management and Retaliation
Former staff corroborate an environment that routinely puts animal safety as their second priority.
opinion
Op-ed: Women, Men, Girls and Boys
Have you checked out the manosphere lately? I was curious if there is link between the manosphere and the national political environment and so took a look. Spoiler alert: it is complicated, and troubling.