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In Memoriam | Larry Hughes: A life of service on Orcas Island

May 19th, 2026|

||| FROM RESOURCE CENTER COMMUNICATIONS TEAM||| Our community has lost a treasured Orcas Island presence. Larry Hughes was a quiet, steady light for so many on Orcas—the ones who felt unseen, unheard, or already forgotten. Where others saw obstacles, Larry saw a person with a life worth living. He met

Orcas Island Garden Club grows plants, friendships

May 19th, 2026|

||| FROM ORCAS ISLAND GARDEN CLUB ||| Over the years, our club has grown into something truly special by focusing on cultivating friendships and genuine connections. It’s amazing how much the club has grown, too. We are 267 members strong. Just like a garden, these relationships bloom when we look

Reminder | WSF online meetings next Tuesday

May 19th, 2026|

||| FROM WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ||| We’re hosting two online community meetings on Tuesday, May 26. This is a great chance to share feedback and ask us questions. We’ll cover topics including the upcoming FIFA World Cup, an updated pet policy, new vessel construction, and our Service Contingency Plan. Both

Have a garden question? Ask an Orcas Master Gardener!

May 17th, 2026|

Orcas Master Gardeners will be at the Market Garden Nursery Saturday May 20, 2026 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm ||| FROM JULIA TURNEY and JAY LUCAS for ORCAS MASTER GARDENERS ||| Do you have a question about your soil, have a problem with your fruit tree, or are thinking about starting a

Larsen honors law enforcement during National Police Week

May 17th, 2026|

Fights to expand funding to combat opioid epidemic ||| FROM THE OFFICE OF. U.S. REP. RICK LARSEN ||| WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “Law enforcement officers put their lives on the line to defend Northwest Washington communities every day. This week and

Update | Gathering of the Eagles returning soon to Orcas

May 17th, 2026|

Orcas to Welcome Native American Canoe Journey May 20-21 ||| FROM CHE BLAINE for GATHERING OF THE EAGLES ||| For the last four years, we have had the honor of hosting a Native American Canoe Journey on Orcas, and we have this special opportunity again this year. There will be

Midnight Mutterings | Radical acceptance

May 16th, 2026|

||| MIDNIGHT MUTTERINGS by JACKIE BATES ||| I really look forward to Saturday Morning radio on NPR. First, there’s Scott Simon on Weekend Edition. It’s always interesting to me. Simon’s laugh, like a raucous crow, tickles me each time I hear it, and his enthusiasm when when he says, ‘Now,

Renowned marine ecologist to speak at Orcas Island Public Library

May 16th, 2026|

Wednesday, May 20, 6 p.m., Orcas Island Public Library ||| FROM SAM GAILEY for ORCAS ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY ||| How Salish Sea Stars are Faring in our Ocean’s Menagerie Join renowned marine ecologist Drew Harvell for a fascinating look beneath the surface of our local waters. Harvell and her research team

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Watch your giving grow | Spring GiveOrcas update

May 16th, 2026|

||| FROM LINDSAY JENNINGS for GIVEORCAS CAMPAIGN ||| We’re a few days into the Spring GiveOrcas campaign, and together we're growing something beautiful on Orcas Island by helping local nonprofits to cultivate and sustain important programs that serve our community. Every gift helps. Yesterday alone, on Unique Donor Day, 724

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Rep. Rick Larsen receives Henry M. Jackson award

May 16th, 2026|

||| FROM THE OFFICE OF U.S. REP. RICK LARSEN ||| It is a real honor to represent family, friends, and neighbors in Northwest Washington. It is a privilege I don't take for granted. I am also honored that the Economic Alliance Snohomish County has awarded me with the Henry M.

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Sheriff’s Report | May 6 – 11, 2026

May 16th, 2026|

||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ||| WEDNESDAY, MAY 6 26-002588 Theft 13:33:40 05/06/26 A Deputy on Orcas Island received a report of a stolen backpack that had been left on a picnic table. There were no witnesses to the theft. A report was authored, and the missing items

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Invest in the next generation of island stewards

May 15th, 2026|

YCC featured in spring 2026 GiveOrcas Campaign ||| FROM JULIE CURTIS for YOUTH CONSERVATION CORPS ||| The Orcas Island Youth Conservation Corps (YCC), a program of the San Juan Islands Conservation District, has been selected as a featured program in the Orcas Island Community Foundation's Spring 2026 GiveOrcas Campaign, running

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WSF Weekly Report | Women in maritime; community meetings

May 15th, 2026|

||| FROM STEVE NEVEY for WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ||| A message from Steve Monday, May 18 is International Day for Women in Maritime. This year’s theme is “From Policy to Practice: Advancing Gender Equality for Maritime Excellence.” The message is simple. Real progress takes action, not just promises. At Washington

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Public Health Hot Topic | Hantavirus

May 14th, 2026|

Addressing community questions and concerns about Hantavirus ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| With recent news stories about a Hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship, many people have questions about what Hantavirus is, how it spreads, and whether they should be concerned. Public health officials want people to

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