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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Proclamation protecting high-risk workers extended
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- Gov. Jay Inslee announced the extension of a proclamation today giving high-risk workers the right to protect themselves from COVID-19 without jeopardizing their employment status or loss of
Letter to Editor | Our health dilemma comes from our DC leaders
-- from David Kobrin -- This dilemma of our needing to choose between the economic health of those in our community, and the physical health of those in our community, is a result, I believe,
Peace Island adjusts visitor policy to allow limited access
-- from Deanna Ellefson for PeaceHealth Peace Island -- PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center has adjusted its visitor policy to allow for limited visitor access until COVID-19 is no longer a public health threat. Patients
Library presents ‘Imagine Your Story’ summer reading program
-- from Jenny De Groot, Children's Librarian -- Readers of all ages will explore all things fairytale, fantasy, and myth this summer as Orcas Island Public Library presents “Imagine Your Story” library programing. Children’s activities
Letter to Editor | Allow health commissioners to do their job
-- from Tony Giefer MD -- As a physician who provided medical care on Orcas for over 12 years, I wish to comment on some of the current issues. The initiator of the petition to
Recapping today’s COVID-19 news and updates
-- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Numbers. For the most recent tally of cases by county, demographics, and more, visit the Department of Health's website. DOH statement on testing data delay June 10.The Department of
Letter to Editor | Who is Island Hospital?
-- from Carl Buttke -- I signed the petition to Orcas Island Health Care District to allow UW to continue operating the UW Orcas Clinic as it has been. I did this for the following reasons:
Inslee letter to Pence calls for national PPE mobilization
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- In case you missed it: Gov. Jay Inslee sent a letter today to Vice President Mike Pence calling for a federal response to address persistent shortages of personal protective equipment
Pandemic Poetry | Sorrow is Not My Name
Sorrow is Not My Name Ross Gayn —after Gwendolyn BrooksNo matter the pull toward brink. Nomatter the florid, deep sleep awaits.There is a time for everything. Look,just this morning a vulturenodded his red, grizzled head
In spite of the pandemic, a new Orcas business blossoms
-- by Lin McNulty, Orcas Issues Editor -- Last year, Orcas Islander Nik Schulz decided it was finally time to take the big step to pursue his dream career. He refers to it as a
Port Commission posts upcoming meeting Agenda
-- from Kim Kimple for Port of Orcas -- REGULAR MEETINGPRELIMINARY AGENDAJune 11, 2020 5:00 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86084677710?pwd=MEE2S29NV0xvQ3UyazhDdys0SUZrdz09Meeting ID: 860 8467 7710Password: 257104 CALL TO ORDER – 5:00 p.m.AGENDA AMENDMENTSPUBLIC ACCESSAPPROVAL OF PREVIOUS
Today’s COVID-19 news, updates
-- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Numbers. For the most recent tally of cases by county, demographics, and more, visit the Department of Health's website. Long-term care facility (LTCF) data by county now available. DOH added
Timing of Phase 3 application is up in the air
-- by Minor Lile, Orcas Issues reporter – At the June 9 County Council meeting, Public Health Officer Dr. Frank James advised the Council that he would like to wait until at least June 24
Health District considers how to involve community in medical care provider decisions
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues Reporter -- All Town Hall meetings held in the next few months by the commissioners of the Orcas Island Health Care District will have a virtual component, even if
Recap of today’s COVID-19 news and updates
-- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Numbers. For the most recent tally of cases by county, demographics, and more, visit the Department of Health's website. Tomorrow’s weekly media briefing set for 2:30. Tomorrow’s media briefing will
Upcoming photographic journey via Zoom: Iconic birds of the world
-- from Katie Fleming for Friends of the San Juans -- We are living in a time of unprecedented trial. In an effort to bring you a much-needed reconnection to the natural world, Friends of
