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Same Sex Marriage Applications Start Dec. 6
From Milene Henley, San Juan County Auditor History will be made on December 6, 2012, when same-sex couples can legally apply for a marriage license in Washington. The approval by voters of Referendum 74 will
Complaint Filed to Void Propositions 1, 2, and 3
From Stephanie Johnson O’Day, Attorney Today, December 4, 2012, in Skagit County Superior Court, three San Juan County residents, Michael Carlson, Jeffrey Bossler and Jerrold Gonce have filed a complaint arguing that Propositions 1, 2
Council Approves Final CAO Updates
By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager At a special meeting December 3, the San Juan County Council completed the often contentious process of updating of the County’s Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO). The update
Interest-free Revolving Loan Funds Available to County Taxing Districts
Orcas Power & Light Cooperative (OPALCO) will administer a USDA Rural Economic Development Revolving Loan (RED-L) Fund. The purpose of the program is to foster economic development and to improve public and emergency services in
Photographic Journey: The Elwha River Dam Removal
Original American ceremony at the Elwha Dam Removal At the Water’s Edge Lecture, "The Elwha River Dam Removal and Restoration," will be given as the photographic journey of Eric Kessler. The presentations will
Ferries Evening Meet in Council Chambers with Videoconferencing
Thursday, December 6, 5 to 7 p.m.in Friday Harbor Council Chambers By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager Washington State Ferries (WSF) will hold a public meeting on December 6, from 5:00 to 7:00
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
