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
B.C. Government Gives a “Go” to Kinder Morgan Pipeline
-- from CBC News, British Columbia -- The B.C. government has given the green light to the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project, after reaching an "unprecedented" agreement with Kinder Morgan for up to $1 billion
NOAA Invites Input on Proposed Killer Whale Protection Zone
-- from Michael Milstein, NOAA Fisheries -- NOAA Fisheries is seeking public comments on a petition calling for a whale protection zone for highly endangered Southern Resident killer whales on the west side of Washington’s San
Place Orders for Native Plants Before March 1
-- from Tanja Williamson -- It is time again for our Annual Native Plant Sale. Visit our website for a complete list of plants and descriptions. Fill out your order form (online or hard copy)
Navy Releases Additional Water Test Findings
-- from Mike Welding -- The following update is provided as part of the Navy's ongoing community drinking water testing for the emerging, national environmental issue of PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances). As of Jan. 6, 2017,
Breaking News | County’s Top Officials Affirm Existing Local Policies with Immigrants
-- from San Juan County Communications -- At the first meeting of the San Juan County Council in 2017, the County’s top law enforcement officers and the Council members talked about immigrants in the community
Funhouse Commons to Offer Second Season of ‘Stepping-Up’ After-School Program
-- from Trillium Swanson -- The Funhouse Commons is offering a second season of Stepping Up, the outdoor exploration club for students in grades 5 - 8. Last year participants visited local parks such as
OPALCO Rate Increase Takes Effect This Month
-- from Suzanne Olson -- When Co-op members get their power bills in January, the 2017 rate increase will be included. The Board-approved budget included a 5% revenue increase, which will affect the average bill
Business Owners: You Are Invited to an Eastsound Vision Meeting
Thursday, January 19, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Orcas Senior Center -- from Orcas Chamber of Commerce -- In cooperation with the Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC), the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce would like to invite
Campaign for Mount Grant Preserve Reaches Finish Line
-- from Craig Canine -- We did it! After two years of fundraising, the $4.2 million Campaign for Mount Grant Preserve has come to a successful completion. The 141-acre ridgeline, which includes open grassy knolls and
EPRC Briefed on Numerous Projects
-- by Lin McNulty -- The Eastsound Planning Review Committee met for a three-hour session on Thursday, January 5, in the Eastsound Fire Station public meeting room for updates to a number of projects in
Preliminary Navy Findings from Drinking Water Testing near NAS Whidbey Island
-- from Marcie Smith West -- The following update is provided as part of the Navy's ongoing community drinking water testing for the emerging, national environmental issue of PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances). As of Dec. 30, the
Open Letter Re: Cherry Point Terminal
-- from Susan Malins -- To: Colonel John G. Buck, Commander, Seattle District, ACOE Subject: Please release the final EIS for the BP Cherry Point tanker terminal. Dear Colonel John G. Buck and Associates: I
EPRC to Meet Thursday for Extended Hours
Thursday, January 5, 3 - 6 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- by Margie Doyle -- When the Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC) meets this Thursday, it will address many issues that have been under discussion
State’s New Report Shows Salmon Still Declining
-- from Susan Zemek, Recreation and Conservation Office -- Salmon throughout most of Washington are in trouble, and will need continued investment by state, federal and local organizations if they are to be saved, according to a report
Two Juvenile Bald Eagles Released at Rasar State Park
-- from Wolf Hollow -- After several months of receiving care at Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Friday Harbor, two juvenile bald eagles have a second chance at life in the wild. With a
