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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April Poetry: June Bracken Waist High Under Birch
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. JUNE BRACKEN WAIST HIGH UNDER BIRCH by Elizabeth
County’s Economy Conversation Blog Still Open
By Brenton Clark, Management Intern, Office of the County Manager A big thanks to everyone who participated last week in our conversation about the county economy. If you were not able to attend or thought
OPALCO Board Candidate Forum April 16
By Chom Graecen You are invited to a Candidates Forum with OPALCO candidates. The forum will be held on Tuesday, April 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Grace Hall, Lopez Island. The forum is
Deer Harbor Planners to Meet Wednesday
Wednesday, April 10, from 1:30 -3:30PM at the Deer Harbor Community Center, 4319 Deer Harbor Road The agenda for the Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee meeting calls for: Chair will recognize Public Attendees. Members of
Letter to the Editor: Great Moms Make Great Council Members
As Lisa’s daughters, we think you should vote for Lisa for County Council. In our totally biased but very well-informed opinion, we think Lisa would make a great council member because she is a great
April Poetry: Outside of a Dog
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. OUTSIDE OF A DOG by JoEllen Moldof “Outside
Guest Opinion: Make Use of Broadband Capacity
By John Poletti There seems to be a lot of discussion about OPALCO opening up their fiber optic cable to Broadband and Telephone service. The people of the county must get behind this proposal. Otherwise,
And the Winners Are…
Zora and Arla prepare their winning A to Z Carnitas while event MC, Kyle Freeman, shares what they are doing with the audience. By Madie Murray What a day! From the time our first
Google Technology in Search Warrant Challenged
(Editor's Note: This story was posted on Orcas Issues with the notation "From the Prosecutor's Office," as it appeared in sanjuanislander.com That designation was in error, we learned after contacting the Prosecutor's Office and the
April Poetry: Living a Dream
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. LIVING A DREAM by Nancy Reas (After William
“Good Stewards” Honored for Island Stewardship
From the Stewardship Network of the San Juans Seven islanders and one former federal cabinet officer have received awards for their environmental leadership from the Stewardship Network of the San Juans this past week. The
The Exchange: A Step Towards Renewal
From the ORS Board of Directors & Executive Director Good news, folks -- the permit for cleaning up the fire site at the Orcas Transfer Station was obtained during the last week of March and
Meanwhile, at the County Council…
The San Juan County Council will have a special meeting workshop on Monday, April 8. On the agenda are: 9 a.m. Discussion of Code Enforcement Ordinances (1st touch) – Rene Beliveau, Director Community Planning &
Guest Editorial: Eagle Forum Showed Six Good Candidates
By Susan McBain Yesterday afternoon I attended the Eagle Forum’s candidate forum to hear all six County Council candidates answer questions on a variety of subjects. I thought all gave good answers and showed impressive
History Matinee Features Katie Jensen
Katie Jensen Sunday, April 14 at 3 pm, at the Senior Center Orcas Island Historical Museum presents Katie Jensen, long-time Orcas resident and previous owner of the Outlook Inn. Katie will talk about
Get Ready for Sunshine at Buck Park
From the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District The Orcas Island Park and Recreation District will present its first ever spring tune-up event at Buck Park. The “Spring Wheelie Dealie" on Saturday, April 20th from
