Here’s a thought…
“Three things that don’t hang themselves: Christmas ornaments, drywall, and Jeffrey Epstein.”
SEN. JOHN KENNEDY (R-LA)
All Asked to Discuss the County Comprehensive Plan
-- from the Plan Ahead San Juans Steering Committee, updated Feb. 2 at 1 p.m. -- Do you love living in the San Juans and want to ensure your vision is honored? Please join us in a discussion about the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan Update with County Council member
Investing in the Public Health of Our Community
-- by Margie Doyle -- Islanders flock to hear a presentation on possible financial impacts of a Public Hospital District at a Town Hall sponsored by the Coalition for Orcas Health Care (COHC) Leading the search for the grail of sustainable primary and emergency healthcare on the island,
New OCS Principal Sets Focus on Career Readiness
-- from Meredith McKie Griffith -- Under new principal Kirk Haley, Orcas Christian School (OCS) is working to help its students thrive in the workforce after their education - whether as capable tradespeople, professionals with graduate degrees, or anywhere in between. “I tell my teachers, ‘Do not indoctrinate,’ explains Haley. “‘Teach
Eastsound Planning to Review Multiple Permits
Thursday, Feb. 1 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall --from Erika Shook, San Juan County Community Development Manager -- The Eastsound Planning Review Committee agenda for its monthly meeting is as follows: 3:00 pm Welcome and Introductions 3:10 pm Additions or Agenda modifications 3:15 pm Approval
New to Medicare? Get Questions Answered in Workshop
Saturday, February 3, 10:30 a.m., Orcas Public Library -- from Pegi Groundwater -- If you are turning 65 soon or if you have been on Social Security Disability for two years, you are now eligible for Medicare. You will need to be prepared for a whole new medical insurance experience.
Senate Democrats Condemn Net Pen Operations After Release of Report
-- from Dave Pringle for Senate Democrats -- Senate Democrats responded today after three state agencies overseeing the 2017 Cypress Island Atlantic Salmon Net Pen Failure released a report today highlighting insufficient cleaning, breakdowns in equipment and mooring, missed opportunity to adequately repair and recover the operations, and numerous incorrect
Sheriff’s Office, Coast Guard Searching for Man Threatening Suicide
-- from Sheriff Ron Krebs -- UPDATE: 12:30 p.m. Subject has been found safe. He is suffering from mild lacerations to his feet and mild hypothermia. He was transported to the Peace Island Medical Center where he will be treated and evaluated. I would like to thank the men and
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
