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Guest Editorial: Why We Need an Effective CAO
-- from Barbara Bentley -- The landslide along the Stillaguamish River in Snohomish County is a stark reminder of why we need an effective Critical Areas Ordinance. As the introduction to San Juan County’s CAO
Letter to Editor: Voice of Firefighter/EMT Association
-- from Orcas Island Volunteer Firefighter/EMT Association -- We are proud to be part of the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue team. We represent the Orcas Island Volunteer Firefighter/EMT Association, and the 64 community members
U.S. Senators: How to Help Oso and Darrington
We're sure you've been following the news from Oso and Darrington too, and as we were back there Friday, we just wanted to update you. The horrific mudslide last Saturday is impossible to describe. Last
Letter to the Editor: Choice for Fire Levy is Simple
-- Bill Wulff -- With regard to the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue and Emergency Medical Services LEVY, for me it's SIMPLE! When I need help I want the response to be with "NO HOLDS BARRED."
Letter to Editor: Saving Lives, Property…and Taxpayer Dollars
-- from Norm Stamper -- Recently, I was privileged to work with fellow residents in a comprehensive study of Orcas Island Fire and Rescue: its history, current practices, and future challenges. This effort, led by
Letter to the Editor: OIFR Levy Provides Maintenance and Service
-- by Frank and Jan Loudin -- One of the joys of living on Orcas Island is knowing that, in case of emergency, we have dedicated, hard working, experienced, community-minded, accountable OIFR! Considering some of
Some Legislation Passed: the 2014 Legislature
-- from the League of Women Voters -- (Editor's note: The following report was taken from the League of Women Voters' March 23 report on the Washington State Legislative Session, the Legislative Newsletter. Italics and
Letter to the Editor: I Support OIFR, Just Not the Levy As Is
-- from Pierrette Guimond -- When you vote no against the levy you are not voting against the Fire Department or the Volunteers. The people of Orcas rejected two bond proposals for the School District
Letter to Editor: Viking Pride Far-reaching
-- from Kyle Freeman, Orcas Middle School/High School Principal -- I want to congratulate the Orcas Island Booster Club, OIHS coaches and Orcas student athletes for the amazing work they did yesterday in raising money
Letter to Editor: Community Spirit Knows No Bounds
-- from Justin Paulsen -- There's a spirit in that exists in small communities that ties the people of those communities together. That spirit is not bounded by any city limit, county line or even
Editorial: Here’s Your Chance to Influence the Fire Levy Vote
-- Brown Bag Meeting Tomorrow at Orcas Fire Station (see directions below) -- by Margie Doyle -- (Editor's Note: This editorial was first published on March 5. A number of community members have asked Orcas
Guest Column: March and the Color Blue
-- by Lois Cornell -- Probably most of you did not know that March is Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Awareness month or that blue is the color of that awareness campaign. This is actually the first
Letter to Editor: OPALCO Candidate Speaks Out
-- from Steve Hudson -- I'm a candidate by petition for the OPALCO board. I'm writing to state my concerns about what our co-op is doing, and especially how it is being done. OPALCO is owned by
Letter to Editor: Hardy, Tardy Thank You
-- from Michel Vekved, Friends of Moran -- A hardy thank you is due to our community and beyond, albeit somewhat tardy. Before the February rain shadow runners descended upon Moran State Park in awe
Letter to Editor: Simply Put — Vote YES for the Levy
-- Annalies Schuh -- There is no better feeling then giving back to the community. The crew at Orcas Island Fire station not only goes above and beyond the call of duty, they do it
