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Gov. Inslee to Attend World Economic Forum Meeting in Davos
-- from the office of Governor Jay Inslee -- Gov. Jay Inslee will promote Washington’s talented workforce and speak about state efforts on the innovation economy and climate change at the World Economic Forum’s (WEF)
U.S. Rep. Larsen Votes Against Federal Continuing Resolution
Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after voting against the fifth short-term Continuing Resolution (CR) of the 2018 budget year in the House of Representatives: “I voted no on today’s Continuing Resolution because
OIFR and Sheriff’s Department Vehicles Involved in Collision
-- from Marla Johns, Public Information Officer, Orcas Island Fire and Rescue -- On January 20, 2018, at 9:22 p.m. Orcas Island Fire and Rescue and the San Juan County Sheriff’s Department received a 911
Kudos to Orcas Island Public School Teachers
-- from Cathy Ferran for the Orcas Island School District -- Pictured from left to right are: Kim Freeman, Kristee Rajczi, Martha Inch, Lorena Stankevich, Paula Towne, and Pamela Wright As we head
League of Women Voters Enable You to Contact Legislators
-- by Ann Murphy, President. League of Women Voters of Washington State -- This Week's Alert If you do nothing else, here are the most important actions you can take: Automatic Voter Registration-It's Time This
Orcas Observes Women’s Protest March
-- by Lin McNulty -- Orcas women lead the Jan. 20 protest march, joined by millions around the world Blustery January weather did not dampen the enthusiasm of participants in the Orcas Women's
Inslee Statement on Federal Government Shutdown
-- from Office of the Governor -- "There is no question this federal shutdown creates chaos, confusion and uncertainty for hard-working families, students, small businesses, veterans and seniors across Washington state. My office is working
WSF Warns of Severe Winds, Heavy Rain
-- from Washington State Ferries -- The National Weather Service is predicting severe winds in our region January 20-21. This storm system is expected to bring heavy rain and high winds to Western Washington. Safety
Senate Democrats Pass Bills Supporting LGBTQ Children
-- from Senator Kevin Ranker's Office -- [Yesterday, January 19] the Senate passed two important bills protecting LGBTQ children: SB 5722, banning conversion therapy for children, and SB 5766, preventing bullying in schools. "I am
Sheriff’s Report | January 10 – 16, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- January 10, 2018 18-000235 Wanted Person 07:08:31 01/10/18 A Friday Harbor Deputy arrested a Friday Harbor resident with two outstanding warrants. The subject was booked into jail
Rick Larsen Cancels Orcas Reception
-- from Rick Larsen's Office -- Because of the uncertainty surrounding the potential federal government shutdown, we have had to cancel tomorrow's [Jan. 20] Orcas Island reception at Odd Fellows Hall from 1 p.m. to
Legislature Passes Capital Budget
Last night, Jan. 18, the Washington State Senate passed a capital budget to put people to work and invest in our communities. Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, released this statement after the Senate passed the
Changing Comments and Committees at Fire & Rescue
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- A new public comment policy and the operation of a new committee structure were on display at the January 16 regular meeting of the Orcas Board of
News from Hughes: Looking Ahead
-- by Margie Doyle -- Despite appearances, Southern Resident Killer Whales are starving due to lack of Chinook salmon. Photo courtesy Dave Eliff In recent days County Councilman Rick Hughes from Orcas Island
Airport Master Plan Holds Open House
-- by Margie Doyle -- Orcas Airport (picture taken before trees cleared on southern part of Port land) The Airport is currently completing an Airport Master Plan that will guide development over the
Letter to the Editor: Public Meets to Discuss Proposed Deer Harbor Parking
-- from Terry Neill -- The Jan. 13 meeting concerning the Deer Harbor parking plan was attended by about 70 people in addition to Councilman Rick Hughes, County Engineer Colin Huntemer and half a dozen
