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Recap of today’s COVID-19 news and updates
-- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Statewide Response Updates Numbers. For the most recent tally of cases by county, demographics, and more, visit the Department of Health's website. Data Update May 22, 2020. We want to
Washington, islanders targeted by fraudulent unemployment claims
-- from Economic Development Council and San Juan County Sheriff -- The Employment Security Department (ESD) is continuing to combat fraudsters who are using personal data from data breaches (including the Equifax breach several years ago and other bank
Sheriff’s report | May 13-19, 2020
— from San Juan County Sheriff’s Office — Wednesday, May 13, 202020-003448 Fraud 10:56:36 05/13/20San Juan Deputies were advised of a report of fraud. There is no known suspect at this time. 20-003449 Fraud 11:00:54
Recap of today’s COVID-19 news and updates
Statewide Response Updates -- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Numbers. For the most case numbers by county, demographics, and more, visit the Department of Health's website. COVID-19 death data follow-up from the DOH. In an attempt
County moves toward Phase 2 of re-opening
-- by Minor Lile, Orcas Issues reporter – The San Juan County Council and Board of Health have both voted unanimously in support of requesting a variance and moving to Phase 2 of the Governor’s
San Juan County to apply for variance to move to Phase 2
San Juan County is not yet approved for Phase 2 -- from San Juan County Communications -- At the request of San Juan County Health Officer Dr. Frank James (link to recommendation letter), and with
Two cases of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) in Washington state
-- from Washington State Department of Health -- OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH), Snohomish Health District and Public Health—Seattle & King County are confirming two cases of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children
Hot Topic #23 | The upcoming 2020 Memorial Day Weekend in the San Juan Islands
COVID-19 updates from San Juan County around subjects on the minds of islanders -- from Brendan Cowan, Department of Emergency Management -- With roots dating back to the Civil War, Memorial Day is a time
County Council and Board of Health to meet on Friday
-- by Minor Lile, Orcas Issues reporter – The County Council and the San Juan County Board of Health will be meeting on Friday morning, May 22, at 9 a.m. The meeting agenda that has
WSF recommendations for Memorial Day weekend travel
-- from Washington State Ferries -- We typically welcome about half a million riders over the long Memorial Day weekend, but nothing’s typical right now. As we are still under the governor’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” emergency
WSF reminder, ferry travel limited to essential only
-- from Washington State Ferries -- As a reminder, the Governor’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” emergency order is still in effect. Customers are advised to limit travel on ferries to essential purposes only, and to observe physical
District 2 commissioner candidates speak out on a post-pandemic county
-- by Orcas Issues reporter Matthew Gilbert -- With unprecedented speed, the current pandemic hit the pause button on normal life, taking thousands of lives while disrupting many millions more, and the world has been
Washington state expands capacity to track and prevent spread of COVID-19
-- from WA Department of Health -- OLYMPIA -- The Washington State Department of Health is rapidly training personnel to support case investigations and contact tracing. As of May 19, 723 National Guard personnel and 769 Department
Recap of today’s COVID-19 news and updates
-- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Numbers As of May 18, there are 18,811 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Washington state, an increase of 200 cases in the past 24 hours. Visit the Department of
Inslee issues additional guidance for real estate and fitness operations in Phase 2
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- Gov. Jay Inslee today issued guidance for resuming real estate and fitness operations in Phase 2. Through the Washington "Safe Start" plan, more businesses and activities will re-open in
Inslee letter affirms support for Cascade Care, Washington’s public option
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- In case you missed it: Gov. Jay Inslee reiterated his support for Cascade Care today in a letter to Washington State Health Care Authority Director Sue Birch and Washington State Health
