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 the Editor: OPALCO Members Should Know about Subsidy for Broadband
Two little known facts about OPALCO’s “Broadband Vision”: 1) OPALCO has approved over $5 million for “backbone” network investments, including $3 million already spent in infrastructure, $1.2 million on broadband studies, and a significant chunk
Two Events Tomorrow in Lummi Totem Observance
This Lummi totem pole will arrive in Cherry Point after traveling along the rail line from the Powder River Basin, source of coal to Cherry Point, where an expansion of the export terminal is
County Emergency Management Advises on Storm Season
From Dave Halloran, County Dept. of Emergency Management Prepare Now For Wild Winds of October O hushed October morning mild, /Thy leaves have ripened to the fall; /Tomorrow’s wind, if it be wild, /Should waste
Ad Hoc Exchange Committee Ready to Submit Plans to ORS Board
by Lin McNulty An aerial map outlining the area of the old (and new) Exchange. Since early June, a dedicated group of concerned, enthusiastic citizens have been meeting on a somewhat regular basis
It Never Rains Like That Here!
by Lin McNulty Orcas Outfitters drying out. Photo: Lin McNulty In case you slept through it, in case you haven't been to Rays, Orcas Outfitters, Eastsound Post Office, Orcas Weddings & Events, or
Future’s Bright at Montessori
by Lin McNulty Support the Orcas Montessori School's solar project. The Orcas Montessori School is installing a photovoltaic solar system! As part of this project, they are upgrading their heating system and installing
OPALCO to Expand Energy Efficiency, Conservation and Local Renewable Energy Production
from Suzanne Olson, OPALCO A new policy approved at the OPALCO Board’s July 18th meeting opens the door for non-profit organizations to collaborate with the Co-op to create new opportunities for energy efficiency, conservation and
Public Health News: Raising Rabies Awareness
From the San Juan County Health and Community Services September 28 is World Rabies Day, a global health observance that seeks to raise awareness about rabies and enhance prevention and control efforts. What is
Burn Permits Available Beginning Oct. 1
Burn permits will be issued beginning Oct. 1 From San Juan County Fire Marshal Steve Marler The fire danger in San Juan County is about to move to “LOW”. With the fire danger
Citizen Scientists Study Oil Spill Response
Citizen scientists gather on Sept. 20-21 From Marta Branch, MRC Coordinator How do we respond to the threat of an Oil Spill? A group of concerned local San Juan Islanders gathered with the
Great Chili Cookoff: By Many, For Many
Chili Cook Off benefits The Giving Tree Christmas Program The Chili Cookoff returns to Orcas Island next Saturday September 28. This fall even, now in its second year, benefits the Christmas Giving Tree, a
Land Bank to Meet on Orcas Island
The San Juan County Land Bank Commission will hold its monthly meeting at the Eastsound Fire Hall on Sept. 27. The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. Public comment time is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. The
Krista Bouchey Named Interim Director of the Funhouse Commons
The Funhouse Commons announces the appointment of Interim Director, Krista Bouchey following the departure of long-standing executive director, Pete Moe. Krista recently served as the Assistant Director of the Funhouse Commons for over three years.
Ride the Community Zip Line!
From Laura Bruhns, YMCA Camp Orkila YMCA Camp Orkila would like to invite you to come out and take a ride on our 1000-ft Zip Line! We will be holding by-appointment only Community Zip days
Letter to the Editor: Whatcom County Election Impacts “No Coal” Campaign
As most of you know there are three agencies that will decide the fate of the Gateway Pacific Coal Terminal at Cherry Point: the Army Corps of Engineers, the State of Washington and the Whatcom
