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Inslee issues proclamation related to Family Emergency Assistance Program
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- Gov. Jay Inslee today issued a proclamation related to the Department of Social and Health Services' Family Emergency Assistance Program. The proclamation will help more people who are financially impacted by
Waiver extension: WIC will continue to provide remote services
-- from State Department of Health -- Congress recently extended waivers that permit Washington WIC to offer remote services through September 30, 2020. WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. While
Replacement of OISD Education Programs and Operations Levy
-- from Orcas Island School Board -- The August 4th Election Day is just a few days away. On the ballot will be the replacement EP&O levy for the Orcas Island School District. The current
Today’s recap of COVID-19 news and updates
-- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Newest numbers. For the most recent tally of cases by county, demographics, and more, visit the Department of Health's dashboard and the state’s COVID-19 risk assessment dashboard.
Letter to Editor | Big thanks for garage sale support from AOK
An upcoming free day has been added -- from Jane Heisinger -- The Art Teachers and Volunteers for AOK want to thank everyone who came out on a very rainy day to support Art for
Fair staff will visit local Food Banks to assist with donations and Fair entries
-- from Adrienne Bourne for San Juan County Fair -- Love to garden? Want to enter in the Fair this year? The Fair's Fruits & Vegetables Department is encouraging gardeners and farmers to donate food
Safe Start proclamation extended, along with facial coverings guidance
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- Gov. Jay Inslee announced the extension of the Safe Start proclamation until August 6. This extension clarifies the interaction between Safe Start and Department of Health Secretary John Wiesman's facial
Proclamations related to COVID-19 issued, extended
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- Gov. Jay Inslee today issued a new proclamation in response to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Inslee also announced the extension of the Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records Act proclamation and
Geyman diagnoses our healthcare system in new book
-- from Emily Geyman -- John Geyman, M.D. announces the publication of his new book: Profiteering, Corruption and Fraud in U.S. Health Care. He raises questions that we have to ask and answer: Who is the
Today’s COVID-19 news and updates
-- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Newest numbers. The state of Washington reported 435 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases over the past 24 hours. This brings the total number of cases to 37,420, as of
Port will swear-in new Commissioner at upcoming meeting
-- from Kim Kimple for Port of Orcas -- REGULAR MEETING AGENDA July 9th, 2020 5:00 p.m. Meeting link:Meeting ID: 856 6567 6437 Password: 923564Join by phone: (253) 215-8782 CALL TO ORDER – 5:00 p.m.COMMISSIONER
Dog Park among topics at upcoming Park & Rec Zoom-meet on Thursday
-- from Kim Kimple for Orcas Island Park and Recreation District -- Agenda Orcas Island Park and Recreation District Commission Regular MeetingTHURSDAY, July 9, 2020 Virtual Zoom MeetingJoin Zoom MeetingMeeting ID: 872 7161 2674Password: 421852One
Letter to Editor | Why add streetlights when it’s unhealthy for our kids?
-- from James Libby -- A new multi year US Government study of over 10,000 teenagers shows outdoor lighting messes up their sleep and affects them mentally/physically causing disorders that can last throughout life. This is
Paycheck Protection Program deadline for businesses extended
-- from Economic Development Council -- The big news this week is that the deadline for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) has been extended to August 8, as of July 6. As of Monday there
Friday night drive-in: Palm Springs
-- from Orcas Island Film Fest -- Orcas Drive-In Theatre PresentsPALM SPRINGSRomantic Comedy • 2020 | Rated R | No one under 17 without a parent."Ground Hogs Day Meets Bridesmaids!" Friday, July 10 at Dusk
Inslee announces five insurance carriers intend to participate in public option
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- Gov. Jay Inslee announced today five insurance carriers have applied to offer public option plans in a majority of counties across the state. The first year of Cascade
