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 Opinion:Regulation/ Deregulation
By Janet Alderton Deregulation is the removal of regulation. Our severe recession is a direct result of deregulation of the banking and finance industries. The Growth Management Act and The Shoreline Master Program were passed
Ferries Head Reports on Governor’s Budget
Moseley Addresses Fare Hike, Holiday and New Winter Schedule David Moseley, Assistant Department of Transportation Secretary for Ferries, reported on Dec. 17: "The Governor presented her balanced budget for 2011-2013 Wednesday morning, which is available
Orcas Island Golf Course Offers Discount Prices
Updated Dec. 17 at 4:30 p.m. The Orcas Island Golf Course presents several price breaks for 2011 Memberships. Those who purchase memberships before 2011 get a 5-guest/cart pass (up to a $200 value). Those who
Audubon Society Asks for Support to Protect Older Forests
Barb Jensen of the San Juans Audubon Society writes: I know some of you are interested in this very important issue and I wanted to give you an opportunity to comment to USFWS. The message
Governor Gregoire’s Budget Cut Message to State Employees
Governor Christine Gregoire issued the following statement on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010: Today I will present a balanced budget for the coming biennium that addresses our $4.6 billion shortfall. It is not a budget I
Knitters Unite: and Drop in at School Lunchtime
Greg White, Orcas Island surveyor and dedicated knitter, can be found with his knitting cohorts on Wednesday and Fridays at Orcas Elementary School during lunchtime. Greg has partnered with the school and Cheryl
Orcas Park & Rec to Hold Special Meeting Dec. 17
Updated at 2 p.m. Dec. 16 Orcas Island Park and Recreation District (OIPRD) will hold a Special Meeting to discuss a February 2011 Special Election Ballot, and a possible levy amount. The Special Meeting will
Sealth Ferry Out: No Anacortes-San Juans Sailings Tonight
Update, Thursday, Dec. 15: the Sealth is back in service. From Washington State Ferries The Sealth is out of service for the remainder of the evening. This will cancel the 6 pm from Anacortes, the
Salmonberry School Christmas Tree Sale — There’s Still Time!
By Amy Lum Salmonberry School invites you to come shop for your Christmas tree this weekend at the school on North Beach Road. We still have a terrific selection of trees for you to choose
Grim Budget Picture from State Ferry Chief
By Lance Evans, Executive Director, Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce The financial picture for the Washington State Ferry (WSF) system is not good, and Governor Gregoire's budget (due today) may make matters worse. That was
Community Band’s Concert Saturday Celebrates Season of Giving
By Karen Speck Saturday, December 18 at 2 p.m. at Orcas Center a wonderful event takes place. It is the Orcas Island Community Band’s “The Holidays Are Here” concert. The Band feels music
Noneman Selected to Port Commission
The commissioners of the Port of Orcas wish to announce that after interviews during the regular public meeting of December 9, an Executive Session to discuss the qualifications of each candidate, and voting during open
Donor Underwrites Bilingual Library for Orcas Montessori Students
Orcas Montessori School recently received an anonymous grant to support burgeoning literacy among the school’s students. The $550 donation was used to establish a library of 58 books written in both English and
Doe Bay Plans New Year’s Eve Festivities
From Doe Bay Cafe Come ring in 2011 at Doe Bay! There will be regular dinner service from 5-9 p.m., and cocktails and a small plate menu from 9-midnight. The $10 cover includes
Workshops, Sneak Peeks and Reminder Ribbons This Week
Monday, Dec. 13 Mt. Baker Road & Trail Improvement Project Open House, 4 to 6:45 p.m. at the Easound Fire Hall. Project progress, show road and trail design details, share right-of-way and cost information, and
Community Sing Along to Handel’s “Messiah” Dec. 21
Everyone is invited to a community sing along of Handel's "Messiah" on Tuesday evening December 21 at 6:15 p.m. in the Community Church. A small group of your neighbors wanted to sing the "Messiah" this
