Here’s a thought…
“The competition between Nature and the economy is deep and broad.
In the short term, the economy usually wins. In the long term …?”
BILL APPEL
Letter to Editor | Vote YES For Homes
-- from Foster Hildreth for OPALCO -- The OPALCO Board of Directors unanimously supports the YES FOR HOMES measure on this November’s ballot. The lack of affordable housing effects OPALCO’s ability to hire and retain
Island Hoppin’ to Host Beer and Conversation
Friday, October 12, 5 p.m, Island Hoppin' Brewery -- from Becca Gray for Island Hoppin' Brewery -- The lack of affordable housing, including rentals, is a problem in San Juan County. Come learn about a
Guest Opinion | Open Letter to Port, DOWL
-- from Janet Alderton -- Dear Orcas Port Commissioners and DOWL, Thank-you for this opportunity to comment on the Preferred Alternative to improve our Eastsound airport safety for both aircraft and the general public. I
Workshop: Operating Instructions for a Garden That Fits YOU
Saturday, October 20, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Friday Harbor Middle School -- from Mo Sloane for Master Gardeners -- Would you like your garden to be a remarkable reflection of who you are and
Governor, AG Release Trans Mountain Expansion Statement
-- from Offiice of the Attorney General-- "We are agree with the federal court system in Canada that further assessment of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project is necessary. Because this project will result in
Letter to Editor | Make Home Fund Happen
-- from Susan Grout -- You know how you always say how much you love San Juan County and how grateful you are to live here? You know how you feel when you come home
Port of Orcas Master Plan Comments Due October 5
-- by Orcas Issues reporter Matthew Gilbert -- The last chance to share your views with decision-makers about the Port’s proposed 20-year Master Plan has arrived. The public comment period officially ends Friday, October 5.
Guest Opinion | Keep Eastsound Airport a Rural BII Short Runway
-- from Clark Cundy -- Please take time and get some coffee. If you take time to read this, thank you for your time. In August, 2018 I posted a few ideas about Keeping Eastsound
WA State Fails to Consider Orca in Skagit Refinery Project
-- from Stand.Earth -- On Friday, September 28, the Washington State Shoreline Hearings Board dismissed arguments made by a coalition of environmental organizations and more than 7,500 residents, upholding a key permit for Marathon Oil’s
Learn to Make a Drip Garden
Wednesday, October 17, 10 a.m., Orcas Center -- from Helen Huber for Orcas Garden Club -- The Orcas Island Garden Club welcomes Ryan T. Palmateer from the San Juan Islands Conservation District on Wednesday, October
Renowned Author, Scientist at Sea View Tomorrow Night
Monday, October 1, 7 p.m., Sea View Theatre -- from Justin Cox -- Animals like killer whales, harbor seals, crows, and ravens - long-lived species that we all consider to be intelligent, surround us. But
Outdoor Burning Soon by Permit Only
-- from San Juan County Communications -- Burn season is right around the corner and the San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office and the San Juan County Fire Chiefs Association would like to remind you
Celebrate the coming of Fall with a Great Islands Clean-Up!
-- from Orcas Recycling Services (ORS)-- Volunteers throughout the San Juan Islands will get together on Saturday, September 29th to participate in the third-annual Fall Great Islands Clean-Up (GICU). All over the County volunteers will
Letter to Editor | Businesses Hurt by Affordable Housing Shortage
-- from Suzanne Olson -- Many local businesses are struggling to find enough staff to keep their doors open and their shelves full. We have a shortage of affordable housing all year round, and it’s
Letter to the Editor: Three Reasons to Re-elect Randy Gaylord
--- from Pete Moe, Executive Director, Orcas Recyling Services/The Exchange -- Six years ago, when The Exchange was competing for the contract to run the Orcas Transfer Station, Randy was among the first to recognize
