Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
Letter to Editor | Many Brought Holiday Cheer to Island Children
-- from Erin O'Dell, Orcas Community Resource Center -- Orcas Island elves by the dozens were head-over-heels busy at the close of 2017, bringing joy to holiday celebrations with gifts to island families. Thanks to the elves who chose tags from the Giving Tree at Island Market, Orcas children are reading
Doe Bay Open Mic Supports Salmonberry in February
-- from Doe Bay Music -- Join island visitors and residents to share music, spoken word, and other performances on the night when we come together in that ancient ritual of community and communion. The Café is open from 5-10 p.m. and Open Mic begins at 7:30 p.m. Come out
Shortest International Flight In North America Takes Off
-- from Amy Nesler for San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau -- NorthStar Air Tours, a Canadian airline based in Victoria BC, has announced that it has received approval from the FAA and US DOT to operate scheduled air services between Victoria International Airport, BC, the San Juan Islands, and Bellingham,
Letter to Editor | Imagine the Difference We Can Make
-- from Alison Shaw -- Back in 2008, Orcas had many residents who were uninsured or under-insured. Folks without a means to pay for medical visits often waited far too long to see a doctor. In response to this need, one very generous donor established a significant fund through the
Gov. Inslee Rejects Permit for Vancouver WA Oil Terminal
-- from the office of Gov. Jay Inslee -- Gov. Jay Inslee today [Jan. 29, 2018] notified state regulators that he agrees with their unanimous recommendation to reject Tesoro Savage's application to build a new terminal at the Port of Vancouver. The decision follows a lengthy evaluation process by the
Bolshoi’s Encore of The Lady of Camellias at Orcas Center
Sunday, February 4, 1 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- Bolshoi Ballet presents John Neumeier’s ballet The Lady of Camellias. Bolshoi’s director Sergei Filin’s has just acquired the ballet as part of a drive to bring in western classics. Bolshoi sustains the effort over Lady’s
Island Artists Get A Boost from SJIMA
-- from Diane Martindale for SJIMA -- January is a time of assessment of past resolutions. The San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) had plenty of good news to celebrate with the elegant Artists’ Registry exhibition, which recently closed. A record-setting 88 artists from San Juan County participated, exhibiting
Candidates for Orcas Hospital District — File Soon
-- from Milene Henley, San Juan County Auditor -- The San Juan County Council has approved, based on petitions submitted last summer, a proposition for the formation of a public hospital district on Orcas Island. The question of formation will go to the voters of Orcas Island in the April
Lahari Welcomes Stephen Bentley as New President
-- from Dennis King -- The Lahari Board of Directors welcomes Stephen Bentley as its new President, succeeding Don Webster. Stephen, an island resident since 2011, joined the Lahari board last spring. Prior to joining Lahari, Stephen has been quite active volunteering in our community as an Orcas Lions Club
Skagit Valley College Announces New Trustee
-- from Skagit Valley College -- Flora Lucatero, of Mount Vernon, has been notified by Governor Inslee’s office that she has been appointed to the Skagit Valley College (SVC) Board of Trustees. Her appointment is effective December 2017 and runs to September 2022. She replaces John Stephens who recently completed
Sheriff’s Report | January 17 – 23, 2018
January 17, 2018 18-000403 Escape from Custody 13:01:55 01/17/18 An inmate participating in the In-Custody Inmate Workcrew Program failed to return for work as instructed, constituting escape. 18-000404 Sick or Injured Animal 13:31:45 01/17/18 A Deputy in Friday Harbor received a report of possible animal abuse. This case is currently
Dream of Tea with Eth-Noh-Tec: Travel to China and Korea
Sunday, Feb. 4 from 1 to 2 p.m. -- by Robert Kikuchi-Yngojo -- Robert and Nancy of Eth-Noh-Tec on a recent trip to China “No Man (or Woman) is an island” as the saying goes, implying that people, communities, or even nations should not be isolated from each
Sen. Ranker Legislative Update
-- from Senator Kevin Ranker (D-Orcas Island) Senate Democrats continue to strengthen the #bluewall, advancing critical legislation that reflects our progressive values. In only three weeks, we've introduced and advanced internet privacy, net neutrality, climate action, protecting the Salish Sea, protecting LGBTQ seniors from discrimination, Equal Pay Act, Reproductive Parity
State Dept. of Licensing Issues Emergency Rule
-- from the Washington State Dept. of Licensing -- Washington residents who apply for a standard driver license, instruction permit and ID card will no longer be asked to provide their place of birth as part of the application process. On January 19, 2018 the Department of Licensing (DOL) filed
Enchanted Rock Cabaret: Music, Dance, Nonsense and Creativity
-- by Margie Doyle -- Enchanted Rock brings Teatro Titikookoo to the Seaview the first weekend in February What the heck is Teatro Titikookoo and where is the Enchanted Rock? Conceived and Directed by Grace McCune, Musical Director, Deborah Sparks, Nonsense Staging Director and Jake Perrine, Tech Designer
Community Foundation Puts Gifts to Work in Community
-- from Hilary Canty for Orcas Community Foundation -- The end of the year brought many great gifts to and through the Orcas Island Community Foundation. Robert and Carolyn Volk made a living legacy gift to the community by donating the building at the corner of Main and Urner Street
