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"Noises Off" a Hoot of a Farce — Be Prepared to Howl
In the howling, romping fun of “Noises Off,” at the Orcas Grange, it’s easy to forget about the painstaking work of timing, blocking, memorization, and characterization that go into the portrayal of comedic
Letter to the Editor: Addendum to the Sign Ordinance Letter
I want to follow up the letter I wrote to correct a few misperceptions I had, and may have given. I talked with the man who removes the signs and is the enforcer for all
Letter to the Editor: Orcas Rec Depends on Orcas Support — Here's How
Hello from Orcas Rec! I would like to take this opportunity to give you an update about the state of the Orcas Island Recreation Program. As I look back at 2009 I am impressed and
Letter to the Editor: A Clear Example of What's Wrong with the Sign Ordinance
Today I decided to eat an early dinner at Mai-Lan’s Café. I’d wanted to eat there for a few months, but because her restaurant is in Oddfellows Hall basement, I kept forgetting, due to
Letter to the Editor: Change Corporate Domination
I'm writing to speak to Senator Kevin Ranker's remarks about his vote in the Senate to suspend the rule requiring a 2/3 majority before increasing taxes. I’m sure Senator Ranker has had to make very
Guest Opinion: Marine Waters Need Protection Even in Recession
"Ignoring the problem will only make it worse." By Terry Whalen, Owner, A1 Marine Services A1 Marine Services began raising and removing derelict vessels from the waters and beaches of San Juan County through the
Guest Opinion: Violence Has No Place in Teen Dating
By Laura Trevellyan, DVSAS Prevention Coordinator/Youth Advocate As Valentines Day approaches and talk of love surrounds us I would like to take a moment to spread the word on a topic that is unfortunately closely
Ranker Defends Suspending 2/3 Vote For Tax Hikes
By State Senator Kevin Ranker Many of you have contacted my office regarding the I-960 vote that we took this week. I think [the following article] in the Olympian describes the situation very well,
Letter to the Editor: Support the Exchange Feb. 8
Now is the time to show your support for the Exchange on Orcas Island! The County Council is making important decisions that will affect the cost of dumping garbage and recycling at the Orcas transfer
Letter to the Editor: Save the Bees!
Save the bees! Spring is just around the corner and bees are already starting their work on warm afternoons. But bees, both wild and domestic, native and non-native, are threatened! Evidence continues to accumulate that
Guest Opinion: School Bond Proposal is Responsible Planning
By Paul Losleben To those who oppose the school bond issue, let me respectfully address concerns that have been expressed and share my reasons for voting for the levy and the bond issue. I
Letter to the Editor: School Spelling Bee F-U-N
The PTSA is proud to have sponsored our schools' participation in this year's Scripps Spelling Bee. Many students participated in an after school Spelling Club for the last several months, learning words, strategies and taking
Guest Opinion: With Regard to an Email You May Have Received
By the Yes, for Schools Committee We want to commend the authors of the document entitled “Comments on the Orcas School Levy and Bond Issue” for beginning their statement with support for the school
Guest Opinion: The True Value in Supporting the Schoool Bond & Levy
Although Washington State’s Constitution defines education as the “paramount duty” of the state, school districts increasingly rely on local funding sources. About 16% of total statewide school funding comes from local taxes, primarily
Editorial: Would You Spend or Invest $20 More a Month?
Updated at 9:30 p.m. Here’s what we’re talking about, on Orcas, regionally, and nationally: A “dismal decade” Real Estate bubble burst Unemployment highs $35,000,000 bond for capital improvements to Orcas Island public schools And perhaps
