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
OPALCO Progress Report on Broadband Initiative
As OPALCO’s Board continues to study the feasibility of the Broadband Initiative, progress is being made. At our last report, there were three major contingencies to address before the Board could consider a vote on
Community Zip Line Announcement
From Laura Bruhns 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 on the following
State Launches Information and Reporting Line for Marine Debris
From the Washington Department of Ecology The state is announcing a new toll-free reporting and information line for citizens who spot marine debris on Washington beaches. Beachgoers are encouraged to call 1-855-WACOAST (1-855-922-6278) to
Letter to the Editor: Doe Bay’s Support of School Music Programs
As most of you know, MAG (Music Advocacy Group) is a local nonprofit which supports Orcas Island's public school music programs. You may not know that Doe Bay Resort promotes and benefits a different island
A Summer of Thursdays in the School Garden
On Thursday, kids and adults alike will share experiences only a garden can create By Madie Murray Community Journalist Beginning Thursday July 5 and every Thursday thereafter through August 23, kids, parents, teachers,
Eastsound Mayoral Race Debates: Sounds Like a Barnyard!
Mayoral Candidate Caprica at the Fair with 4-H Member Brigid Ehrmantraut By Brigid Ehrmantraut With only five days left to go, the annual Eastsound Mayoral elections are wrapping up. But not to worry,
County Solid Waste Subcommittee to Discuss Buget Sustainability
Thursday, July 5, from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Orcas Landing Meeting Room, The San Juan County Council Solid Waste Subcommittee will conduct a Special Meeting on Thursday, July 5, 2012 in the
School Board Trims Upcoming Budget to the Bone
By Margie Doyle The Orcas Island School District (OISD) Board faced a tight budget for 2012-13 with little – no – wriggle room at its regular meeting last Thursday evening. At the meeting’s end,
Orcas Anti-Coal Port Coalition Creates Website
A new resource for the Orcas Community has been announced with the creation of the Orcas NO COALition website at www.OrcasNOCOALition.net. Orcas NOCOALition is a nonpartisan group of Orcasians committee to informing our local community
Fourth of July Week: Big Low Tides and Indian Island Field Research Days
By Marcia Spees Indian Island is the small island you see in the bay when going through Eastsound. It is accessible via a tombolo (revealed pathway at low tide) in daylight only a handful of
Dance to Rock and Soul with the Odd Fellows for the Community Giving Fund
Charles Dalton cuts loose at the latest Odd Fellows Dance. There will be a dance on Wednesday July 4 to benefit the Community Giving Fund. Wednesday, July 4 from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30
Ninja Camp at The Funhouse Commons
July 2—August 31, 9 a.m.—1:00 p.m. Ninja Camp 2011 campers with Counselor Merrick Parnell. Recognizing that parents want to ensure their kids are safe, supervised, and engaged during the summer; but often don’t
Re-use and Recycle Party and Event Trash
By Helen Venada, Waste Reduction and Hazardous Waste Coordinator San Juan County Solid Waste Division Party goers, event planners, and other Zero Waste fans… Did you know you can now add paper cups to your
Recycling Route Collection Starts in September
By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager As part of San Juan County’s transition to a new recycling and solid waste handling system, beginning September 1, San Juan Sanitation, Inc. will provide recycling pickup
Orcas Students Find a Good Use for Tent Caterpillars!
Tent caterpillar infestation. Photo courtesy of Ronda Jones. The Orcas Middle School Science Club was looking for a good indicator of toxic accumulation in the recently completed constructed wetland in Eastsound. After
