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
Honor Jack and the Incoming Mayor
-- from Susan Anderson, Children's House, updated July 3 -- Jack, the beloved Village Mayor, will step down when a new mayor is elected on July 4, 2015 Vying for the position of
Comment on Ferry Fare Changes for County Residents
Transportation Commission adds ways to participate -- from the Washington State Transportation Commission -- Those who want to weigh in on a new ferry fare proposal released by the Washington State Transportation Commission can do
Reminder: Open Burning Season Suspended
-- from Bob Low, SJC Fire Marshal -- All Residential and Commercial burn permits have been suspended because of the unusually dry weather. There have already been a number of grass and brush fires throughout
Kamin Warns of Increased Demand for Water
-- from Paul Kamin, General Manager, Eastsound Water Users Association -- The summer of 2015 is starting markedly different than recent years. Eastsound Water has been experiencing significantly elevated demands for water throughout the month
Whale Museum Talk on Garbage Archaeology
The Whale Museum’s Lecture Series: ProjectSAM Wednesday, July 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Whale Museum in Friday Harbor The Whale Museum is pleased to welcome Dr. Candace Gossen as part of the 2015 Summer
Eastsound Planning Review Agenda
The Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC), which serves as advisory to San Juan County government, will hold its regular monthly meeting tomorrow, July 2, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall. Greg
Ranker Statement on Flawed Budget Process
-- from State Senator Kevin Ranker -- “While I supported this budget, I cannot support the process. It should not take the risk of a government shutdown to reach an agreement. We should not risk
Campfires Banned at County Parks
-- from San Juan County Parks, Recreation and Fair -- Due to extremely dry conditions, a burn ban is now in effect at all San Juan County parks and campgrounds. At this time briquettes may
Guest Opinion: Wireless Installations Critical for Public Safety
-- by Jim Ghiglione, Lopez Fire Chief, San Juan County Fire District #4 -- When I first began my work as your Lopez Island Fire Chief July 1, 2008 I was challenged to improve communications
A Letter to OPALCO Members to Clear-Up Some Lingering Confusion
(Editor's note: A version of this letter appeared in the Comments section under the Orcas Issues post last Friday: ((orcasissues.com/opalco-board-sets-temporary-revenue-recovery-add-on )). Since there has been a response to the letter, we are keeping the original
Adults: Row Your Boat – Learn to Scull
July 6 through July 9 -- Reserve Your Spot Now! -- by Martin Taylor for Orcas Island Rowing (OIR) -- Class of 2011 on the path to enlightenment Orcas Island Rowing (OIR) is
Ramble the Seashore with Dr. Ryan Drum
Friday July 3 from 11 am - 2 pm at Camp Orkila -- from the Orcas Food Co-op -- Dr. Ryan Drum It's that time again! The lowest tides of the year are
Governor Inslee, Legislative Leaders Announce Operating Budget Agreement
-- from the Office of the Governor -- Gov. Jay Inslee and bipartisan legislative leaders said today [June 27] that the proposed 2015–17 state operating budget they agreed to early Saturday is sustainable, responsible and
Funhouse Organizes Summer Packs for Kids
-- from Emilie Gincig for The Funhouse Commons -- The Funhouse Commons is happy to announce that the “Packs for Kids” program will be extended through the summertime in partnership with the Funhouse Commons. The
Breaking News: State Reaches Budget Agreement
-- from Governor Inslee's Communications Office -- The following statement from the Governor and legislative leaders from the House and Senate announces the agreement reached this morning, June 27. The agreement meets the June 30
