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Be a Beach Watcher! Classes Start in March
By Shann Weston Turn your your love of the islands into service! WSU Beach Watchers is recruiting for the 2011 season. March 25-May 13. Beach Watchers Program is a watershed-to-marine stewardship education program offered by
Letter to the Editor: Ask Community to Finance Desired Programs
To the Editor On a Monday morning one year ago, close to 300 Orcas citizens met with the County Council in an overwhelming show of support for the Exchange and a solid waste policy that
OPAL, Church Council and Odd Fellows Co-sponsor Film Screening Feb. 26
“Finding Our Way” tells of deep historic wounds and the challenge of healing OPAL Community Land Trust, the Orcas Island Council of Churches and the Oddfellows are co-sponsoring a screening of “Finding Our Way,” a
Flu Season is Here, But It’s Not too Late to Vaccinate
From Stan Matthews San Juan County Communications Program Manager San Juan County Health Officer Frank James, MD, reports that flu is starting to spread in San Juan County, especially on Orcas Island. In the past
WSU Master Gardeners Host Free Rose Pruning Demonstration
From the San Juan County Land Bank Did you know Presidents’ Day is the Pacific Northwest’s traditional day to prune roses for optimum health and bloom in the coming year? San Juan Islands’
Tom Cowan, New Transportation Commissioner, Has Track Record Tackling Tough Problems
Tom Cowan, longtime Lopez Islander and former County Commissioner has been appointed by Governor Chris Gregoire as the newest member of the State Transportation Commission. In an interview with BullWings, Cowan said that
Twenty-year Transportation Plan Calls for Investment
From the Washington State Transportation Commission Transportation Commission calls to reinstate a statewide excise tax based on vehicle value for Ferries capital needs. Last December, the Washington State Transportation Commission approved a 20-year transportation plan.
County Auditor: Orcas Rec Levy Passes
Remaining ballots not expected to change voter approval of budget From San Juan County Audtior Milene Henley In the special election of February 8, 2011, Orcas Island Parks and Recreation District successfully passed its first
Tom Cowan Appointed to State Transportation Commission
From the Washington State Transportation Commission Gov. Chris Gregoire has appointed Tom Cowan to the Washington State Transportation Commission. His appointment is effective immediately. Cowan has more than 27 years of public policy experience, beginning
Election Day Special Meeting of Park & Rec District Commission
A Special Meeting of the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District (OIPRD) Commission, is scheduled for 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 8 at the Madrona Bar and Grill. "The public is welcome -- of course!"
Park & Rec District Funding: Remember to Vote before Tuesday Deadlines!
Orcas Voters have until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, February 8, to drop off their ballots at the County Elections Office in Friday Harbor OR in a drop box located at the Orcas Island Senior Center,
EDC Offers Workshop on Marketing Feb. 24
Need to get the word out about your business, but don’t have a big marketing budget? Join us for an informative workshop and learn how to tell people about your goods and services – for
Holistic Management for Farm Planning and Profitability
Dr. Sandra Matheson will present Holistic Management for Farm Planning and Profitability, a two-day Introductory Workshop, on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 19 and 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Friday Harbor's Skagit Valley
Corrected Official Notice of Feb. 8 Election
From the San Juan County Elections Office NOTE: This is a corrected Notice of Election. OFFICIAL NOTICE OF San Juan County Primary (29A.52.351) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, the 8th day of February,
Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes to Bring Back an Orcas Rec Program
If you haven’t returned your ballot yet, I’m encouraging you to check yes for Orcas Island Parks and Rec and send it off today. For years, Orcas Rec served an important function for our island
To Recycle or Not to Recycle Cardboard & Newspaper
Contributed by Helen Venada Waste Reduction and Hazardous Waste Coordinator, San Juan County Public Works With the new recycling fees now in place, you might be re-thinking the way you manage your unwanted paper materials.
