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Guest Opinion | More Military Control Over Land-Use?
-- from David Turnoy -- Recently Rhea Miller of Lopez Island wrote a guest column in The Sounder which also appeared in Orcas Issues. In this column she spoke of the growing effort of the
Orcas Landing: Where There’s a Will, There’s a Wall
-- from Stephanie Connor for San Juan Public Works -- That’s right folks, a milestone has been reached! The Main Wall at Orcas Landing is complete, and it only took 9 days to construct the
Guest Opinion | Please Help Save Indian Island
-- from David Turnoy -- Just over a week ago, Russel Barsh of Kwiaht posted comments about the draft RMP plan which includes Indian Island. The BLM is planning changes that would degrade the island,
Inslee’s Budget Takes Big Steps to Save Orca, Salmon
-- from Governor Inslee's Office -- It’s difficult to imagine a Washington without orcas or salmon. These species are part of the cultural identity, fishing economy and tourism industry of our region. But both Washington’s
WSF Says High Winds May Delay Ferries
-- from Washington State Ferries -- The National Weather Service is forecasting high winds throughout the region on Friday, Dec. 14. This storm could bring sustained wind speeds of up to 30 mph with 60
Larsen Votes for Farm Bill to Address Hunger
-- from Amanda Munger for Rick Larsen's Office -- WASHINGTON, D.C. –Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) issued the below statement after voting for the Farm Bill, which would support Washington’s Second Congressional District: “The final Farm Bill
SJC: Wages, Employment, Housing, the Economy, Challenges . . .
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter -- On December 5, the San Juan County Economic Development Council (SJCEDC)hosted its second annual “Datapalooza” to present the latest figures and projections on the county’s economic health
UWNC Senior Staff Agree Orcas Needs After-Hours Care
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- A recent discussion between Orcas Island Health Care District (OIHCD) commissioners and UW Neighborhood Clinics (UWNC) regional officials took center stage at OIHCD’s December 4 meeting. The
The Exchange Celebrates Holiday and Anniversary
Saturday, December 8, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., The Exchange -- from Orcas Recycling Services/The Exchange -- Orcas Recycling Services/The Exchange announces it will be holding a holiday and one-year anniversary event to celebrate the
New Fire Commissioner Just in Time for Christmas
-- from Marla Johns for Orcas Fire Commission -- The Orcas Island Board of Fire Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Christmas as Fire Commissioner. Commissioner Christmas was appointed December 5, 2018
Landing Construction Stacking Up Nicely
-- from Stephanie Conner for San Juan Public Works -- It’s been said, if you turn your head for too long, you might just miss an entire course of the 1 - 2 ton behemoth
New Vacation Rental Webpage Available
-- from San Juan County Communications -- We have published a new webpage with the most requested information regarding vacation rental permits and compliance with the new regulations. If you are looking for information about
Kwiaht Releases Evaluation of National Monument Plan
-- from Russel Barsh for Kwiaht -- The Lopez based scientific organization Kwiaht has released a critical evaluation of the Bureau of Land Management’s Bureau of Land Management’s Draft Resources Management Plan for the San
Two Men Honored for Saving Life of Ferries Employee
-- from Washington State Ferries -- While many Washington State Ferries employees are trained to save lives, it is a relief to know that ferry employees are a part of a community where others are
Inslee Administration Stands with Local Leaders as Navy Walks Away From Mitigation Negotiations
-- from Maryon Attwood for Sound Defense Alliance -- The Navy just announced that it terminated negotiations with consulting parties over fundamental differences in how to protect historical properties impacted by increased noise. Termination of consultation
Have Your Say on Protecting Our Environment
Emmanuel Parish Hall in Eastsound, December 5, 4:30-6pm A Community Discussion Forum on Rights of Nature and Rights for the Salish Sea: The Why and How Welcome – spokesperson from CRSJI (5 minutes) Background on
