Here’s a thought…
“There are many forms of patriotism and telling the truth is one of them.”
ANDERSON COOPER
Guest Opinion: The McCleary Basic Education “Fix”
--by Carol Sutton and Tom Baldwin -- Sometimes, the noblest of intentions can have devastating consequences. The case in point is HB 2242, the supposed fix to the McCleary Decision that was intended to (1) fully fund public K12 education in Washington, and (2) reduce dependence on local property taxes
Inslee statement on passage of Senate bill to eliminate the death penalty
-- from the office of Governor Jay Inslee -- “I would like to thank Sens. Maureen Walsh and Reuven Carlyle, and Attorney General Bob Ferguson, who have been great allies in the fight to end the death penalty in Washington state. There has been growing, bipartisan support for ending Washington’s
Man Made Exhibit Shines at Orcas Center
--from Terry Johnson -- The MAN MADE exhibition currently showing at the Orcas Center is by local men artists that are seldom seen in local venues. Men artists are not prone to wave their own flag about their work, but rather we do our work...give a Neanderthal grunt of "me
Film Event – The Rights of Nature & Community
Friday, February 23, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Emmanuel Parish Hall -- from Sharon Abreu -- Can the democratic rights of communities and the rights of nature survive the exploitation of corporate interests? This essential question, and the answer, “Yes!” is at the heart of the film, “We the People 2.0”
Library Winter Book Sale Next Month
Saturday, March 10, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., School Cafeteria -- from Madeline Sheplor -- Rake in some great book bargains at the Friends of the Orcas Island Public Library Winter Book Sale, March 10 at the Orcas Island School Cafeteria 557 School Rd., Eastsound. The book sale leaves few
OPALCO’s Nourdine Jensen Scholarship Applications Due March 9
--from Suzanne Olson for OPALCO -- OPALCO’s Nourdine Jensen Cooperative Youth Scholarship Program is accepting applications from high school sophomores and juniors of OPALCO member households. Up to five scholars will receive a $1,000 scholarship from OPALCO and the family of Nourdine Jensen, as well as an all-expenses paid trip
Redefining Bread to be Garden Club Topic
Wednesday, February 21, 10 a.m., Orcas Center -- from Helen Huber for Orcas Garden Club -- The Orcas Island Garden Club welcomes Dr. Stephen Jones, wheat breeder and the Director of The Bread Lab at Washington State University in Burlington, Washington on Wednesday, February 21 at 10 a.m. at the
Tech talk — Privacy vs. Security
In the tech world you hear these two terms a lot. What is the difference? Lets us an analogy (which we will do a lot in this column)- privacy vs. security in your home. In your house, privacy happens when you close the curtains, outsiders cannot see what you are
Library Books for Your Heart’s Desire
-- by Ayn Gailey -- Valentines Day is the perfect time to celebrate romance and the daring act of falling in love, both activities that can traditionally require a little—or a lot—of risk, effort, and money. However, here on Orcas Island, you can also experience an intense romance and the
Submit PHD Candidate Questions in Advance of Town Hall Meeting
-- from JoEllen Moldoff -- In order to make best use of the time at the Candidates for Public Health District Commissioner Town Hall meeting on February 24, we are asking in advance for questions you may have for the candidates. Please email orcascohc@gmail.com no later than Monday, February 19.
Eastsound Planners Move Full Steam Ahead
-- by Margie Doyle -- Eastsound Planning Review Committee, an advisory board of citizen volunteers to the County Council At its February meeting members of the Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC) considered options and opportunities as they deal with the "mess" that growth presents, even as a county/ferry
Seattle Leader to Speak About Activism
Tuesday, February 13, 5 p.m., Orcas Island Library -- from Orcas Island Library -- Nick Licata, former Seattle City Council member and one of the city's most effective leaders of political and social change, will speak about his book, Becoming a Citizen Activist: Stories, Strategies and Advice for Changing Our
Interested in Researching Your Family Tree?
Tuesday, February 20, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Orcas Island Library -- from Orcas Island Library -- We are creating a Genealogy Club at the Orcas Island Library to help people discover and research their roots through both through traditional public records utilizing library resources, as well as all kinds
Washington State Legislative Alert
-- from the League of Women Voters of Washington www.lwvwa.org -- This Week's Alert! If you do nothing else, here is the most important action you can take: Let’s Make Voting Rights A Reality for All! The League has made passing the WA Voting Rights Act (WVRA) a top priority
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee to Meet
Wednesday, February 14, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Deer Harbor Fire Station -- from Anne Marie Shanks - The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee has scheduled its regular meeting on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 from 4 - 5:30 p.m., at Deer Harbor Fire Station. Following is the scheduled agenda: 1. Chair:
Orcas Christian Serving Up Free Community Dinner
Tuesday, February 13, 5 - 7:30 p.m.,, Orcas Christian School -- from Kathy Roosma for Orcas Christian School -- Orcas Christian School invites everyone to the second 2018 community dinner on Tuesday, February 13 from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. This free, all-you-can-eat meal will feature Mexican food. On the menu are enchiladas, burritos, Spanish
