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Guest Column: Community Moving Forward
By Rick Hughes I first announced my run for San Juan County Council on May 3, 2012. I decided to run because I felt it was the right time to make a difference. I honestly
Ferries: Now the Chelan is Down
From Washington State Ferries Updated at 4 p.m. April 16 Due to necessary repairs the Chelan is out of service. The following sailings have been cancelled: 1:55pm from Friday Harbor to Anacortes 4:30pm from Anacortes
Letter to the Editor: Vote for Freedom from Rules
We choose freedom. We live here so we can enjoy the peace, freedom, and natural beauty of our rural island paradise. Like many of us, we came here to escape the tyranny of “civilization” –
Library hosts “Europe in Crisis”
“The Future of the Euro” Thursday, April 25 at 6 pm at the Eastsound Fire Hall From the Orcas Island Public Library Financial experts Gerry Lawlor and Audra Query-Lawlor will share fascinating and personal
Two More Tuesdays to Fill Granny’s Attic
The Annual Granny's Attic sale will take place Saturday, April 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is one of the largest fund raisers for The Senior Center, which occupies the south “wing” of
SJ County Council: Help Us Streamline Regs
From Stan Matthews County Interim Information Technology Manager At a special session on Monday, April 22, the San Juan County Council will begin work on streamlining government processes and regulations, and it is asking for
Final Community Conversation with Council
Tuesday, Apr. 16 from 6 to 9 p.m. Eastsound Fire Station By Ingrid Gabriel, Council Clerk The final meeting of the Community Conversations will focus on the “Priorities of Government.” This discussion will attempt to
Mental Illness: Undersheriff Distler and Deputies to Meet with Community
"Orcas Response to Newtown" continues at monthly meetings The next "Meet the Deputies" gathering will be on Monday, April 22 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall. It will a continuation of last
Letter to Editor: Michael Karp for OPALCO board
Michael Karp is running for the OPALCO board, and he has our vote and full support. Michael is uniquely qualified for the OPALCO board. He has been pioneering innovative and successful energy efficiency, renewable energy
Walla Walla’s Drive Motor Fixed
From David Moseley Assistant Secretary for Washington State Ferries After a five-month hiatus due to repairs following the failure of an electric drive motor in November, the Jumbo Class 188-car Walla Walla will return to
Make Your Dollars Count During Money Week!
From the Orcas Island Public Library Monday, April 22 Prepare Teens for Financial Success Time: 4:30 – 5:30pm Location: Library Meeting Room Description: Parents will learn skills to help their teens become independent money managers.
Guest Column: OPALCO’s Next Chapter
By Bob Myhr, OPALCO Board Member These are exciting and challenging times for OPALCO. We have celebrated our 75th Anniversary and our success in building a member-owned cooperative to meet our electrical needs in San
BTTT: Ferries Advise Best Time to Travel
From David Moseley, Assistant Secretary for Washington State Department of Transportation/Ferries We are now well into the spring sailing schedule and that means better weather (hopefully) and more people traveling aboard Washington State Ferries. I
Letter to the Editor: Jarman a Straightforward Supervisor
In the upcoming election, voters countywide will be casting their ballots for County Council members. I realize that people who live on Orcas and Lopez might not be very familiar with Bob Jarman from San
Letter to the Editor: Byers Has Proven Track Record
In the five years I have lived full time here on Orcas Island, I have come to know Lisa Byers well, and to see her powerful positive impact on our residents. Through her exemplary leadership
Letter to the Editor: Byers Excels in Priorities and Leadership
As a property owner, parent, pedestrian and long time resident, Lisa Byers has my vote. As a property owner, I have watched Lisa utilize her immaculate skill set to lead Opal for 17 years. In
