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Here’s a thought…

My voice is inadequate. My efforts today are inadequate to stop what they’re trying to do. But we the people are powerful.”

SEN. COREY BOOKER

LATEST NEWS

    National IMLS funding cuts have impacts on island libraries

    April 2nd, 2025|

    ||| FROM SAN JUAN ISLANDS LIBRARIES ||| An executive order issued by the federal administration on March 14 calls for deep cuts to the  Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). IMLS is an independent federal agency that supports libraries and museums in all 50 states and U.S. territories through

    Garden Club | Victorian ideas for the modern shade garden

    April 2nd, 2025|

    ||| FROM ORCAS ISLAND GARDEN CLUB ||| Richie Steffen Please join us on Wednesday, April 16th, when the Orcas Island Garden Club welcomes Richie Steffen, Executive Director of the Elisabeth C. Miller Botanical Garden. Richie will present via Zoom but we welcome you to join us to view

      LWVSJ Observer Corps: County Council March 31, 2025

      April 2nd, 2025|

      ||| FROM NECIA QUAST for LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS ||| During public comment eight residents gave input on the climate element of the comprehensive plan. One welcomed wildfire planning. One bidder on emergency interisland passenger service spoke about his bid. An attorney expressed concern about a lack of transparency and

        Spring has sprung – and so have noxious weeds

        April 1st, 2025|

        What to look out for this Spring ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| San Juan County’s Noxious Weed Control Program is preparing for spring weeds – and you should be, too!  The spring adage, “April showers bring May flowers,” could use an update in a fast-changing climate. With longer

          Guest Opinion | Concerns about the Rosario Tidal Energy Project

          March 31st, 2025|

          ||| FROM ELISABETH ROBSON ||| On Friday, March 28, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) sent out notifications that OPALCO has applied for a draft license application for their Rosario Strait Tidal Energy Project; OPALCO posted about this application on Saturday, March 29 here in the Orcasonian. The application is 523

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