Here’s a thought…
“Don’t ask me who’s influenced me. A lion is made up of the lambs he’s digested, and I’ve been reading all my life.”
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Susan E. Watkin Dec. 2, 1940 – June 12, 2015
Memorial Reception Saturday, July 11 Susan E. Watkin of Olga, WA, peacefully passed away June 12, 2015 after a swift and brave battle with cancer, surrounded by her loved ones. Susan was born December 2,
Ferries Experience Payment Glitch
At 5:05 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, Washington State Ferries issued the following alert: "Due to technical difficulties with the electronic payment system, all terminals are currently having to process fares offline. This may cause
Cancer Support Group Celebrates Beginning of 5th Year
-- from Carol Kulminski -- The Cancer Support Group has been meeting once a month for four years providing a place to come and share what it is like to have Cancer invade your world.
County Fire Marshal: All Outdoor Burning Banned July 10
-- from San Juan County Fire Marshal Rob Low -- The San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office in partnership with the San Juan County Fire Chiefs’ have determined that current weather conditions within San Juan
Orcas Christian School Offers Rental Venues
-- from Orcas Christian School -- Orcas Christian School is now offering space to rent for events, special occasions, or ongoing meetings. Fees are $25/hour for nonprofits, $30/hour for individuals or for-profit enterprises. OCS has
Guest Editorial: Good People Grace Our Garden
-- by Madie Murray for the Orcas Island Farm to Cafeteria Program -- There are so many unsung heroes on our Island. It would take a novel to laud them all. But I’d like to
Senator Ranker Champions Orcas Library Expansion Project
-- from Phil Heikkinen, Director, Orcas Library -- Orcas Island Public Library received a critical boost this week with passage of the State’s biennial budget for 2015–2016, which included $1.4 million in funding for the
The Nutts and the Worleys Leave OCS Staff
Reception July 11 from 4-6pm at Orcas Christian School Orcas Christian School announces the retirement of Maria and Bob Nutt, and Judy and Roger Worley. OCS appreciates the involvement and sharing that the Nutts and
Matthew’s Magic Show is Marvelous
-- by Margie Doyle -- The Magic Show-- from Left, Matthew Laslo, Madie Jane West, Virginia Sides and Maria Bullock There's magic in illusions, sleight-of-hand and memory tricks, but the greatest magic in
Nothing Like an Orcas Parade
-- by Lin McNulty -- [metaslider id=37825] Orcas has often been referred to as the "parade island," as we never miss an opportunity to dress up, be silly, and walk the streets of Eastsound. This
State Funds Library Expansion
Senator Ranker Updates Capital Projects -- from the office of State Senator Kevin Ranker -- I wanted to provide you with one last brief update regarding the incredible projects and the hundreds of jobs that
Honor Jack and the Incoming Mayor
-- from Susan Anderson, Children's House, updated July 3 -- Jack, the beloved Village Mayor, will step down when a new mayor is elected on July 4, 2015 Vying for the position of
Historic Appraisals and Traditional Logging Show Highlight Historic Fair
Plus a hot dog stand and a beer garden in the shade! -- by Margie Doyle -- The Harvey Family Logging Show drew out the Historical Days Fair to the Village Green on July
Comment on Ferry Fare Changes for County Residents
Transportation Commission adds ways to participate -- from the Washington State Transportation Commission -- Those who want to weigh in on a new ferry fare proposal released by the Washington State Transportation Commission can do
Journey Off the Map: Vacation Bible School
--from Meredith Griffith for Orcas Island Community Church -- All island kids from three years through 6th grade are invited to attend a free jungly adventure at Orcas Island Community Church on July 6-9. “Journey
Letter to the Editor: World-Class Response from Orcas Fire and Rescue
-- by Paul Sheridan, Director, Four Winds Camp -- To the Editor: I want to take a moment out of the craziness of summer to publically thank Orcas Island Fire & Rescue. We had an
