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It’s Safety First for the Fourth, Sheriff Says
from Sheriff Rob Nou Emphasis patrols will be on duty. With the Fourth of July holiday upon us, the islands will see increased activity—both on the islands and on the water. In order to keep
County to Hold Special Meeting – Workshop
Updated June 26 at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 27 from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in Friday Harbor From Ingrid Gabriel, SJ Council Clerk The San Juan County Council will conduct a Special Meeting Workshop
Local Politics Going to the Dogs
by Lin McNulty Cast as many votes as you want! It's legal! It's not too late to cast your vote(s) for Mayor of Eastsound. In fact, although this has not yet been adjudicated
Plan to Attend Orcas CARES Workshop for Medical Emergencies
from Marla Johns Orcas Senior Center Thursday, June 27, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., Orcas Senior Center The newly formed Orcas CARES Coalition, which includes representative from Orcas Island Fire and Rescue, Orcas Senior
Guest Editorial: What the Corps of Engineers’ Scoping Decision Means to NW Coal Terminals
Coal dust on the deck of a bulker loading at Westshore Terminals just south of Vancouver, B.C. Photo courtesy of Paul K. Anderson by Michael Riordan Last week coal-terminal advocates won an apparent
The State of the County with Rick Hughes
County Councilman Rick Hughes speaks to islanders at one of many public meetings By Margie Doyle Rick Hughes, Orcas Council Member for the San Juan County Council, recently gave an interview to
Exchange ART Show Opens Tomorrow at Enzo’s
unique mobile at the old Exchange Friday, June 21 at Enzo's Cafe in Eastsound From Michael Greenberg, Orcas Recycling Services The 13th Annual Exchange A.R.T. Show (Appropriate Recycling Technology) opening night is TOMORROW,
PeaceHealth and Regence Reach New Agreement
From PeaceHealth and Regence PeaceHealth and Regence reached a new two-year agreement [on June 16]. The contract ensures Regence members can continue to receive their care at PeaceHealth at in-network rates. The new contract begins
OPALCO to Discuss Change in Broadband Direction Wednesday
Wednesday Jun 19 at 5 p.m. at the Senior Center OPALCO has a vision for broadband in San Juan County: true high-speed Internet service for all islanders. The plan that was proposed in February 2013—to
Tuesday Council Meeting: Hearings, Storm Water and Waste Disposal
The regular meeting of the County Council on Tuesday, June 18 will include public hearings regarding: Applications and Grant Allocations for Public Facilities Financial Assistance Program (PFFAP) – Milene Henley, Auditor; Debbie Emery, Administrative Coordinator
Council’s Monday Meeting Has Full Agenda
From Council Clerk Ingrid Gabriel The San Juan County Council will conduct a Special Meeting Workshop on Monday, June 17, 2013 beginning 9 AM in the Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second Steet, Friday Harbor,WA. Special
Senior Center Seeking Instructors
By Marla Y. Johns, Orcas Island Senior Services Coordinator With a generous grant from OICF, the Orcas Island Senior Center is accepting applications/proposals for classes, seminars, and activity leaders for the 2013-14 year. If you
Ranker-Ericksen Broker Jobs-Environment Bill into Law
From Senator Kevin Ranker's Office In broad bipartisan votes [June 13th], the Senate and House of Representatives approved a bill – subsequently signed into law by the governor – to create jobs and improve Washington’s
Eagle Forum Airs National Designation Import, New OPALCO Plan
By Margie Doyle On June 7, the Eagle Forum held its annual meeting and heard from Jay Kimball about OPALCO’s revised plan to expand broadband to members, and from Daniel Himebaugh with the Pacific
OIFR Town Hall: After-Hours Medical Care
By Lin McNulty Orcas Island Fire and Rescue (OIFR) maintains some dramatic stats, while continuing to experience a consistent growth in requests for service. So far in 2013, there has been a 21 percent
Exchange Re-design Group Visits Site
By Pete Moe, Orcas Recycling Service (ORS) Chair Architect David Kau, board member Michael Greenberg and sculptor/landscape designer Chuck Greening study the site map to determine the best approach to this ambitious rebuilding project.
