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
Orcas Food Co-op Members, It’s Time To Vote!
-- by the Orcas Island Food Co-op Election Committee -- Easy way to vote - next time you're shopping at the co-op, pick up a ballot at the Register, vote, and drop it in
WSF’s Tacoma Back with New Propeller
-- from Lynne Griffith, State Dept of Transportation Asst. Secretary Ferries Division-- Tacoma’s back and looking better than ever! The Tacoma sails again. Photo courtesy of Joe Malono, Bainbridge Island Terminal Superviosr Earlier
A First for the Salish Seed Project
-- from the County Land Bank -- Land Bank Seed Saving project helps Garry Oak Restoration on Turtleback Mountain Our first seed crop from the Red Mill Farm nursery traveled to its new
School Board Retreats to Set Priorities
-- by Ed Sutton -- The Orcas Island School District Board and administration met on Saturday, Oct. 10 in the afternoon to discuss District priorities for the immediate future. The retreat is a yearly opportunity
Letter to the Editor: Remington Well-Qualified for Fire Commissioner
-- by Tom Averna -- I am endorsing Julie Remington for the Fire Commissioner's position in the upcoming election. Julie is the ONLY candidate with real world fire department experience. She knows how the fire
2016 County Draft Budget Released
-- Employee costs are greatest county expense, Master Plan to be developed -- from Milene Henley, County Auditor -- On Monday, October 19, County Auditor Milene Henley and County Manager Mike Thomas will present the
If Trashion is Your Fashion, Don’t Miss the Show!
-- from Linda Peth -- If you missed the entry deadline for the Trashion Fashion Show, not to worry! Whip up an outfit and join in the fun on Saturday October 24 at 7 p.m.
Daniel Kammen to Speak on “Getting the Carbon Out”
-- from Orcas Currents -- Dan Kammen, Orcas Currents speaker on Oct. 25, and on San Juan Island at Brickworks on Oct. 23 On Sunday, October 25, internationally acclaimed energy-policy expert Daniel Kammen
Orcas Center Presents A Dance Treasure from Moscow
Saturday, October 24, 6:30 pm, Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass, Orcas Center -- Bring the family and come with us to the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow on Saturday, October 24 at 6:30 pm to
Learn Healthy Eating at PeaceHealth Fireside Chat
Thursday, October 22, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m., Peace Island Medical Center -- from Lori Polevoi -- Dietitian and diabetes educator Kristen Rezabek will discuss “Good Nutrition for Good Health” on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 4:30
Gallery Walk for County Art Museun
-- from the San Juan Islands Museum of Art -- Joe Miller's "The Black Luminous Sea" San Juan artist, Joe Miller will give a gallery walk around his striking colorfold watercolors at IMA
Confused About Medicare? Help is Available
Monday, October 19, 12:30 pm, Orcas Library -- from Pegi Groundwater -- Come to the Orcas Public Library on Monday, October 19 at 12:30 to learn how Medicare works and what your coverage options are
Sports Bring Us Together
-- by Justin Paulsen for the Boosters Club--- Cheerleaders at the Saturday game on Lopez Something very unique is happening in our little sports world today. This morning, the Lady Vikings Volleyball team
Letter to the Editor: Petitions to Get Big Money Out of Politics
-- by David Turnoy -- Thanks to the community for your interest in the campaign to get big money out of politics. A number of people contacted me for petitions, and they are now
Letter to the Editor: Heinmiller Has Great Background for OIFR Commission
-- from Coleen O’Brien -- I’m voting for Wes Heinmiller for the position of Orcas Island Fire Commissioner because he is a terrific fit for the position. He has knowledge of the fire department’s strengths
Peace Island to Present Advance Directives for End-of-Life Care
Wednesday, Oct. 21 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. t Peace Island Medical Center in Friday Harbor -- from Lori Polevoi, for PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center -- Ross Fewing, director of the Center for Mission
