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
Gov. Inslee Emphasizes Carbon Pollution in State Address
-- from the Office of Washington State Governor Jay Inslee -- Governor Jay Inslee addresses the State Legislature in his "State of the State" address on Jan. 9, 2018 Gov. Jay Inslee today
Learn About Community Foundation Grantmaking
-- from Kate Long for OICF -- All nonprofits serving Orcas Island are invited to join Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) for a Grantee Stakeholder meeting on Tuesday, January 16 from 4-5:30 p.m. at the
Ranker: Protecting Orca Whales and Salish Sea in 2018 Legislative Session a Priority
-- from Senator Kevin Ranker -- Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, announced new legislation to protect Washington state's Orca Whales and marine waters under the Salish Sea Protection package. "Increasing vessel traffic, potential oil spills,
Learn How to Add Native Plants to Your Garden
Saturday, January 20, 9 - 11 a.m., San Juan Island Grange -- from Mo Sloane for San Juan Master Gardeners -- Interested in using native plants in your landscape? There are many wonderful reasons to
2018 Campsite Reservations for San Juan County Residents
-- from Adrienne Bourne for San Juan County Parks & Fair -- San Juan County Parks & Fair is again offering advance camping reservations for people who reside in our county year-round. Choose from San Juan
Ferry Service Anticipates Bad Weather Service Disruptions
-- from Washington State Ferries -- UPDATE: 12:30 p.m. Sunday The repairs have been completed and the Elwha will return to service with the 12:40 p.m. departure from Anacortes to Lopez and Orcas. The next
Ranker: Trump Puts Washington Coasts at Risk From Oil Spill
-- from Senator Kevin Ranker -- Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, released the following statement in response to the Trump administration's announcement of increasing offshore oil and gas drilling: "The president's reckless action is the
OPALCO + PNGC = More Power to Shape Our Islands’ Energy Future
-- from Suzanne Olson for OPALCO -- PNGC Board of Directors, L to R: Robert Echenrode—Umatilla Electric, Roman Gillen—Consumers Power, Board Chair, Dave Hagen—Clearwater Power, Annie Terracciano—Northern Lights, Board Secretary/Treasurer, Foster Hildreth—OPALCO, Ray Ellis—Lincoln Electric, Bryan
Initiative to Protect the Salish Sea Takes Shape. Does Nature Have Rights?
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter -- Dying orcas. Decimated salmon runs. Endangered abalone. The signs of decline are everywhere and accelerating as the Salish Sea fights for its life against the relentless forces of
San Juan Islands License Plate Petition Needs Your Signature
-- from San Juan Islands Conservation District -- Evening Passage by Nancy Spaulding We need your help! We are almost there. The San Juan Islands License Plate will raise money for local organizations' conservation
Reception to Benefit Whale Museum Education, Research Programs
Thursday, January 11, 6 - 8 p.m., The Whale Museum -- from Jill Berger for The Whale Museum -- Join us January 11, from 6-8 p.m. for a Reception at The Whale Museum to explore
San Juan County Now Accepting Accessory Dwelling Unit Applications
-- from San Juan County Communications -- San Juan County Department of Community Development (DCD) is now accepting eligibility applications for detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) permits proposed outside of urban growth areas and activity
Lovel Pratt Joins Friends of the San Juans
-- from Katie Fleming for Friends of the San Juans -- Today [Tuesday, January 2, 2018] Friends of the San Juans (Friends) announces the addition of Lovel Pratt as Director of Friends’ Marine Protection Program.
Eastsound Water Users Propose Rate Changes
-- from Paul Kamin, Eastsound Water Users Association (EWUA) General Manager -- At the Dec 14th annual meeting there was a presentation and discussion of a new rate structure proposal. Unfortunately, the attendance at the
Atlantic Salmon Net Pens — Here?
On January 4th, Kurt Beardslee invites you to join the Our Sound, Our Salmon campaign on Orcas Island for a lively discussion on the future of Atlantic salmon net pens in Puget Sound. Kurt Beardslee
