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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

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    Guest Opinion | Death by 1000 cuts

    April 4th, 2025|

    ||| FROM BOB THOMAS ||| I am the “against” advocate. My intent has been to bring up points that may not have been covered or add to those that have and encourage islanders to investigate for themselves. Over the past three or so weeks I have attended a number of

      Why the big freak out over tariffs?

      April 4th, 2025|

      ||| FROM SUBSTACK ||| President Trump insists that stiff tariffs on products from other countries will help U.S. manufacturers, despite the risk of higher prices for consumers and even a recession. Of far less interest in the news media is that increased domestic manufacturing and related activities, such as mining,

        Papademetriou is Artworks featured artist for April.

        April 4th, 2025|

        ||| FROM BJ ARNOLD for ORCAS ARTWORKS ||| We are pleased to announce that the Artworks Featured Artist for April is Maria Papademetriou. Her exhibition is entitled, "Little Miracles" and will display many intricate iconographic mixed media pieces as well as her noteworthy collage work. The gallery is open from

          Kindergarten registration open for 2025-26 school year

          April 4th, 2025|

          ||| FROM SUZANNA SMITH for ORCAS ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT ||| Orcas Island Elementary School Kindergarten Registration is open for the 2025-26 School Year! Use this QR code to register:    OR GO TO: https://www.q.wa-k12.net/orcasSTS/NewStudentEnrollment/NewGuardianLoginRequest ________________________________________________________________________ Escuela Primeria De La Isla De Orcas La Inscripción Para El Jardín de Niños está

            Upcoming Salish Sea Early Music Festival postponed

            April 4th, 2025|

            ||| FROM JEFFREY COHAN for SALISH SEA EARLY MUSIC FESTIVAL ||| Ukrainian harpsichordist Olena Zhukova's visit has been postponed due to extended processing time and uncertainty regarding her visa. We'll be very excited to reschedule, hopefully in June, as soon as we receive approval from USCIS. We'll keep you posted!

              April 22, 2025, Special Election – Vote! Sign! Send!

              April 3rd, 2025|

              ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| Registered voters on Orcas Island will receive a ballot for the 2025 April Special Election. The April Special includes a ballot measure for the San Juan County Hospital District No. 3, also known as Orcas Island Health Care.  The measure is for a

                Resolutions of support for OIHCD Levy passed by Orcas Community Resource Center, Lopez Island Hospital District

                April 3rd, 2025|

                ||| FROM ORCAS ISLAND HEALTH CARE DISTRICT ||| As part of the mission of ensuring access for all islanders and visitors, the Orcas Island Health Care District (OIHCD) collaborates with and supports local community-based organizations like the Orcas Community Resource Center (OCRC). Additionally, our collaboration regionally with other public entities,

                  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

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