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.”
GIORGOS SEFERIS
Guest Column: PeaceHealth’s Commitment to San Juan Islands Unwavering
By Nancy Steiger, RN, CEO, Chief Mission Officer, PeaceHealth Northwest Network We made history in San Juan County on Nov. 26, 2012. That’s the day the new PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center opened its
Solid Waste Disposal Now: An Island-By-Island Review
By Brian Rader, San Juan County Pollution Prevention Specialist Change is underway with solid waste collection in San Juan County. As the county transitions out of day-to-day operations of the solid waste facilities, what does
Self-Hypnosis Classes on Thursdays in February
Dr. Virginia Erhardt, Ph.D. Virginia Erhardt, Ph.D. a Licensed Clinical Psychologist certified in Clinical Hypnosis by the American Society for Clinical Hypnosis will offer a series of four weekly classes for adults from
Eagle Forum Brings Out the Differences
Candidates for Council positions representing San Juan Island and Orcas Island speak at the Eagle Forum. From left: Marc Forlenza, Bob Jarman, Lovel Pratt, Greg Ayers, Lisa Byers and Rick Hughes By
Coal Terminal Series: The Path to a Decision
By Floyd McKay From Crosscut.com Wednesday, Jan 23, 2013 This is the second in a three-part series. When President Richard Nixon signed the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) into law in 1970 — a law
Orcas School Considers Administrative Changes
By Margie Doyle At its January 24 meeting, the Orcas Island School District (OISD) Board approved opening the position for a new Elementary (Kindergarten - Sixth Grade) Principal for the 2013-14 school year, after hearing
Sliding Into February; Yes, Really
Monday, January 28 Funhouse Council Candidates Forum for Kids with Greg Ayers, Lisa Byers, and Rick Hughes. 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Funhouse Commons. Tuesday, January 29 Green Drinks -- a Happy Hour gathering of environmentally
Francie Kisko Offers New Beginning Latin Class
A new Beginning Latin Class will start on February 13, from 3:15 to 5:15 p.m., at the Episcopal Church Hall, upstairs in the Meditation Room. The weekly class is open to all. Kisko formerly taught
Corey Wiscomb and Robb Eagle to Play Agave
From Kathleen Lunde Rob Eagle and Corey Wiscombe to play at Agave on Feb. 2 Please join us Saturday, February 2nd, for an evening of music with local favorites, Corey Wiscomb and Robb
Letter to the Editor: Money and Endorsements in Political Campaigns
Following last night’s Eagle Forum, several of us in the audience were inspired to follow-up on the question of “endorsements”. These are reported by name of donor and amount of donation on the following site:
Obstruction Pass Public Works to Start Soon
From San Juan County Public Works Department The San Juan County Public Works Department will be replacing the float and wooden pilings and installing handrail on the pier. Construction is scheduled to begin February 4.
Fidelis Fourth Annual Flea Market Helps Local Programs
Saturday, Feb. 16, West Sound Community Club, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. By Sue Lewis The Fidelis Circle Women’s group invites all to its only fundraiser of the year, the Fourth Annual Flea Market. In
County Council Plans Multiple Community Conversations
By Margie Doyle The County Council is planning a series of Community Conversations about the future of the San Juan Islands and the role of our County government. The meetings have been planned under
How Are You Shaping Up in 2013?
by Lin McNulty Cameron Krein, Certified NASM Trainer It's still New Year's Resolution season, and Cameron Krein says it's a good time to be a trainer. Krein has been offering weight, strength, and
Letter to the Editor: Byers’ Leadership Committed to Bettering Our Lives
I feel fortunate to be raising my family in this rural island county. Having spent my childhood growing up between San Juan and Orcas Island, I can’t imagine a better place to live. A sense
Attend Public Meetings for County Comp Plan’s Transportation Update
From San Juan County Development and Planning Department A Planning Commission briefing and workshop will be held February 1, 2013, at the County Council Hearing Room to discuss the Comprehensive Plan Transportation Element Update Project.
