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“Volunteering is at the very core of being a human. No one has made it through life without someone else’s help.”
HEATHER FRENCH HENRY
Washington Launches Online Tool to Compare Prices for Medical Procedures
-- from Governor Inslee's Office -- If you or a loved one needed knee replacement surgery, would you want to know which surgeon in your community has the highest rating for quality of care? Would you like to know how much a knee replacement costs, on average, at all of
Shop Orcas Food Co-op During July in Support of Funhouse Kids
-- from Jen Vollmer for Funhouse Commons -- The Funhouse Commons is the chosen July nonprofit recipient of the Orcas Food Co-op’s 3% Community Shopping Day Program. Three percent of sales made on Thursday, July 19 will be donated in support of Funhouse youth programs. In addition to shopping on July
Health District Will Finally Have Some Money
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues Reporter -- The commissioners of the Orcas Island Health Care District can stop spending money out of their own pockets for their activities. At their June 26 meeting, they approved Resolution 2018-11, authorizing an interlocal agreement with San Juan County for a $400,000 short-term
Library July Art Show to Feature Cedar, Bark Sculptures
Tuesday, July 10 at 2:30 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Nita Couchman for Orcas Library -- The cedar and bark sculptural animals and illustrations of Rivkah Sweedler and Walter Barkas will be on display at the Orcas Island Library during the month of July, 2018. On Tuesday, July 10, at
Islanders Gather to Express Outrage as Part of National Protest
-- from Marc Cohen -- [metaslider id="61030"] Over 100 people gathered together on the Eastsound Village Green to celebrate the hoped for reunification of families separated under the Trump administration's “zero tolerance” immigration policy, and to voice their concern over the ongoing cruel and inhumane enforcement practices. Participants brought a
Health Department Issues Chicken Pox Update
-- from San Juan County Communications -- Eleven cases of Varicella, or “chicken pox,” have now been confirmed in the Orcas Island community. None of the cases have been hospitalized. The best way to protect against varicella is to receive a vaccine according to current vaccination guidelines. Now is a
Sheriff’s Report | June 20 – 26, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, June 20, 2018 18-004158 Animal at Large 20:08:56 06/20/18 A Deputy responded to a loose dog call in Friday Harbor. Information was gathered for a report and the dog owner was issued a dog at large warning letter. Report made. 18-004160
Local Rally Tomorrow Because Families Belong Together
Saturday, June 30, 10 a.m., Village Green -- from Eleanor Hoague -- Gather at the Green tomorrow, Saturday, June 30 at 10 a.m., to rally in support of FAMILIES BELONG TOGETHER gatherings across the country. From the Families Belong Together website: Donald Trump and his administration have cruelly separated thousands of
County Courts Celebrate Family Reunification
-- from Jane Severin, Court Administrator -- San Juan County Superior Court and Juvenile Court Services celebrated family reunification and our Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers. Commemorating parents who have worked hard to successfully reunify their families after significant struggles, the Washington Supreme Court Commission on Children in
WSF Says, “It’s Going to be a Busy Week”
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Plan ahead for big crowds over the July Fourth week, especially on both weekends and the day before and after the holiday. Independence Day week is one of our busiest travel times. Like last year, we expect nearly 1 million people to ride
American Legion Pig Roast
--- from Roland Hachee for the American Legion post 93 -- On Sunday, July 1, the American Legion Post family will prepare a Pig Roast Dinner from 5 to 7 p..m. The event is the Post's third annual roast and fundraiser. This year will feature two pigs roasted on the
Dr. Bailey Leaves Legacy in Departing Orcas
-- from Hilary Canty -- We all strive to leave a place a little better than we found it. As Dr. Steve and Rita Bailey prepare to leave Orcas for the next chapters in their lives, they can rest assured that they accomplished this goal in a big way in
We Support Our Fellow Journalists
-- from Orcas Issues Staff -- Five dead, others 'gravely injured' in shooting at Capital Gazette newspaper in Annapolis We have many words in our journalistic lexicon. None of them fit this instance as five Capital Gazette employees lay dead in their Annapolis, Maryland newspaper office, and an unknown number
It’s ‘Join in July’ Time at Orcas Food Co-op
-- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Food Co-op -- Four years ago, in 2014, the Orcas Food Cooperative opened its doors because the Orcas Island community wanted a co-op. We have become a leader in the sustainability movement in the islands – you can be a part of this movement
Letter to Editor | Thanks for What the Health Success
-- from Lydia Miller -- The Film and Food Event at Seaview on June 21 was a great success! Over 100 attendees watched the inspiring documentary What The Health and were treated to a free tapas reception of plant based foods featuring Beyond Burgers, Miyokos artisan nut cheeses, Field Roast
Island-style Reality Check: New School Teacher Needs a House
-- from Orcas Island School District -- Bill Alsdurf, a new 3/4 multiage teacher at Orcas Island School District, is moving to the island from Bend, Oregon at the end of July and is looking for a long-term rental. His ideal situation would be a two-three bedroom home, quiet and
