Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
Representative Larsen Statement on Republican Tax Plan
-- from the office of Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) -- Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) issued the following statement on Nov. 16 after voting no on the House Republican tax plan: “The House Republican tax plan does little more than stack the decks for the wealthiest Americans. “Americans deserve better. Americans
Fire Commission to Meet Tonight
Monday, November 20, 2017; 5:30 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Orcas Island Fire and Rescue -- Orcas Island Fire & Rescue Board of Commissioners will meet later today to address the following agenda items. Old Business 1. Public comment policy – Proposal by Commissioner Montague 2. 2018 Budget Planning New
Time to Review Your Medicare Choices
New phone number to make appointments 376-5892 -- from Pegi Groundwater, updated November 20 at 11 a.m. -- You may be spending too much money to get the health coverage you need. The Medicare coverage choices you made in the past may not be your best choice for 2018 for
Flotsam and Jetsam: Pack a Battery Pack
-- by Maurice Austin -- Pulled into the Anacortes ferry line today and on the stroll to the little boys’ room I noticed a pretty yellow Cadillac with its hood popped open. I strolled up and asked the guy standing there, “Bad day?” “Bad battery,” he replied. Well, I’ve been
Letter to Editor | There’s Much to Learn About Creating a Hospital District
-- from Hilary Canty, Orcas Community Foundation -- Access to medical care is key to a healthy community. Orcas will vote on a Public Hospital District (PHD) in April of 2018. There is a great deal to learn between now and the vote. I hope you are able to attend
EDC Offers FREE Business Law 101 Workshop
Wednesday, November 29 10 - 11:30 a.m., Heritage Bank -- from Victoria Compton -- Business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to gain a better understanding of how law impacts a business in a free workshop entitled Business Law 101, led by Duncan Wilson, and presented by the San Juan County
Adès’s The Exterminating Angel — Major Cultural Event for the Met—at Orcas Center
Sunday, November 26, 1 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- Orcas Center presents the New York Met’s new production of Adès’s The Exterminating Angel streaming Live in HD on Sunday, November 26 at 1 p.m. Join us for the Met, complete with wines offered by
Public Hearing on County’s 2018 Budget this Monday
Monday, Nov. 20 at 9 a.m. in the Legislative Hearing Room, at 55 Second Street, in Friday Harbor At its regular meeting on Monday, Nov. 20 the County Council will hold a public hearing on adoption of an Annual Budget. Estimated revenues and appropriations will be set forth and Public
School Board Will Hold Meeting on Monday
Monday, November 20, 5 p.m., School Library -- from Orcas Island School District -- Orcas School Board will convene a regularly-scheduled meeting on Monday, November 20, 5 p.m., in the School Library. Items on the agenda include: CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING – School Library. ADJOURN to a CLOSED EXECUTIVE
Orcas Online Strictly Wireless
-- by Margie Doyle-- Times change, people change, but above all technology changes. Stuart Baker, at Orcas Online, has seen his DSL customers, serviced through an agreement with CenturyLink, dwindling every year, as islanders chose other internet options such as wireless. Orcas Online serves over 1,000 customers, of whom about
Burghardt Fund Exceeds Challenge Target
-- from Sharon Ho -- In June this year, at the Music Advocacy Group (MAG) annual meeting and reception, the board received a remarkable challenge. Four generous island donors stood up and pledged to match, dollar for dollar, up to $10,000 in donations from the community before the end of
Senator Ranker to File Bill to Ban Atlantic Salmon Farming
-- by Lynda V. Mapes for the SeattleTimes.com -- Cooke Fish Farms locations and payments from the SeattleTimes.com Under fire after a collapse and massive escape last summer, Atlantic salmon net-pen farming would be banned in Washington under legislation that will be filed by Sen. Kevin Ranker this
EDC Presents: Datapalooza!
Wednesday, December 6, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church -- from Victoria Compton for San Juan County Economic Development Council -- Need more data and information to make knowledgeable decisions about your business or as a community legislator or leader? Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council
Letter to Editor | Support for UW Medical Center
-- from Penny Buttke -- As we approach this season of gratitude, high on my list is living in a community that has forward thinking residents who have stepped up to achieve the unique goal of health care for all on Orcas Island. Their first accomplishment has been to attract
“Hoarders” Seattle TV Show Seeks…Hoarders
-- from Chris Bull for Screaming Bull Productions -- A&E’s hit show “Hoarders,” nominated for an Emmy and winner of the Critic’s Choice Television Award, is looking for the biggest, baddest hoards in the Northwest! If you have a friend or family member in need of help, create a submission
December Show: Art from Around the World
-- from Pat Littlewood -- The Orcas Center Visual Arts Committee is reaching out to all Orcas art collectors to participate in the upcoming unique show of “Art from Around the World”, featuring work of art assembled by local residents sharing some of their favorite pieces of indigenous art with
