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Letter to the Editor: Fire & Rescue Faces Significant Issues
Dear Editor, A number of important issues were addressed at the November 27 meeting of the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue (OIFR) Department that I believe are of significant interest to the taxpayers of the
Leak Closes Eastsound Public Restrooms
From Lance Evans, Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Executive Director A quick note regarding the Eastsound bathrooms at the Village Green. San Juan County has discovered a water leak in the area and needs to
Fire & Rescue Commissioners Hold Work Meeting
By Jennifer Cunningham Personnel, equipment and communications for fire and rescue operations took up the bulk of the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue District Commissioners work session on Nov. 27. Commission Chair Barbara Bedell opened
Letter to the Editor: Orcas Recycling Thanks All Supporters
To our friends and neighbors, to all of our supporters near and far afield: As you may have heard, on November 20th the San Juan County Council voted unanimously to enter into contract negotiations with
Middle School Art Needs a Patron
Middle school students creating cardboard self-portraits in last spring's Visual Art Exploratory, led by Orcas artist Brook Meinhardt. From Orcas Open Arts Orcas Open Arts, a non-profit educational organization on Orcas since 1991,
Cheese-Making Class on Friday
Pre-registration required for WSU Extension Class From Candace Jagel, Ag Education Coordinator, WSU Extension San Juan County If you make cheese or would like to learn how, WSU Extension is offering a workshop this Friday—the
November Elections Certified — Highest State Turnout
The San Juan County Canvassing Board has certified the results of the November general election in San Juan County. Voter turnout in the county was 89.39% - less than the 91.49% turnout in the 2008
EDC offers Free Workshop on Business Planning & Financing
The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Orcas Island, on Tuesday, December 4, from 9:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. The business and financing
Letter to the Editor: ORS/The Exchange Thanks County Council
Esteemed County Council members, Thank you for your vote of confidence in ORS at Tuesday's County Council meeting. We understand that you are entrusting to us and our partners a set of services that are
Orca Whale Protection at Risk
By Joe Copeland From Crosscut.com A conservative legal foundation has won a National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration review of endangered species protections for Puget Sound's beloved orcas. NOAA FIsheries said this morning that it had accepted
Dr. Gregory M. Ayers Participates in White House Meeting
From the Ayers for Council 2013 Campaign Dr. Greg Ayers, a local resident, participated today, [Nov. 26] in a meeting of the White House Business Council held in Washington DC. This meeting allowed for business
Culminating CAO Public Hearings on Tuesday
Hearings recap three critical area changes: General, Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation, Geologically Hazardous Public hearings for updates to San Juan County’s critical area regulations in three areas are scheduled for Tuesday, November 27, beginning
Senator Ranker Honored for Marine Conservation
From the Senate Democratic Office Sen. Kevin Ranker (D-Orcas Island) was honored Friday, Nov. 16, by The Ocean Foundation as an “Ocean Hero” for his leadership in marine conservation and on critical ocean issues. Ranker was recognized
Last Town Hall Meeting with Councilman Fralick
Orcas West Council Member Richard Fralick will retire on January 1, 2013. His seat will be taken by Rick Hughes. By Margie Doyle Orcas East Council Member Patty Miller choked up a bit
Orcas Park and Rec Department Reports on its Startup
Dear Orcas Community, It has been a busy startup for the Park and Recreation District and we want to let everyone know how thankful we are for all the support and assistance we have received
The Weekend: Wet and Wild with Local Musicians, Artisans and Four-legged Family Members
Friday, November 23 San Juan County offices (including waste disposal/transfer stations) closed today. Olga Symphony performs at the Orcas Center at 7:30 p.m. $5 admission. Go to www.orcascenter.org for tickets. Bradford Loomis at the Doe
