Here’s a thought…
“We are so vain that we even care for the opinion of those we don’t care for.”
MARIE VON EBNER-ESCHENBACH
Sheriff’s Report | February 22 – 27, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- February 22, 2018 18-001249 Assault - Body Force 02:46:41 02/22/18 An Orcas Island Deputy was dispatched to an assault in the Eastsound area. The victim, a local woman, claimed she was followed into her home by a male subject and assaulted in
Volunteer for Orcas Lit Fest
-- from Jule Treneer -- Do you love books? The Lit Fest is coming this April 13th to 15th, and we need your help! All our Lit Fest volunteers will receive abundant gratitude, the satisfaction of being part of a truly special literary event (and of course a free day
Barefoot in the Park Performances a Must-See
Continues February 23, 24 and March 2, 3, and 4 -- from Rosie Kuhn -- Whatever you have planned this coming weekend of February 23-24, or the weekend of March 2,3, 4, change your plans and make sure you have a ticket for this really fun and wonderful production of Barefoot in
Literary Arts at Orcas Center this April
-- from Kathy Youngren -- The Orcas Center is excited to host and partner with the first annual Orcas Island Lit Fest April 13-15, 2018. The Center will be the main venue for most of the festival’s offerings, including readings, panel discussions, author Q&A’s book-signings, and a book fair. In
Orcas Mom in Labor Goes to Fire Station…
-- from Marla Johns for Orcas Fire and Rescue -- Paramedic Nick Kiniski received an early morning wake up call early Thursday morning, March 1. At approximately 2 a.m., he received a call from an expectant father; mom was in labor and they may need to get off island before
Inslee Vetoes Bill Limiting Public Disclosure
-- from Governor Inslee's Office -- Gov. Jay Inslee [has] vetoed ESB 6617, a bill related to public disclosure obligations of the Legislature. Inslee received a request Thursday evening from a number of legislators to veto the bill after they reached an agreement with media organizations about a process for working
Introducing the New Indian Island Youth Steward
-- from Russel Barsh for Kwiaht -- Alyssa Johns (r), new Indian Island youth steward. Alyssa Johns is this year’s winner of the Robyn Lowe youth stewardship award for Indian Island. A junior at Orcas Island High School, Alyssa is also taking courses at Skagit Valley College and
Annual MAG Concert Upcoming
Sunday, March 4, 3 p.m., Old School Gym -- from Sharon Ho for Music Advocacy Group -- This Sunday, March 4, a grand Orcas Island music tradition returns with fresh notes to welcome Spring. More than 100 members of our community music groups and school music ensembles will perform at the
Orcas Center Announces Resignation of Executive Director
-- from Tom Fiscus for Orcas Center Board of Directors -- The Board of Trustees of Orcas Center announced today that Brian Kemp has elected not to renew his second-year option as Executive Director, and has submitted his resignation, effective April 30, 2018. “Brian has worked tirelessly the last year
Join Second Annual International Women’s Day Celebration
Thursday, March 8, 4 - 7 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall -- from Cindy Wolf for Orcas Women's Coalition -- International Women's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world. It is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic,
Author to Donate Book Proceeds to Art for Orcas Kids
-- from Janet Brownell -- Hello!! I’m so glad you’re alive!!! Now lean in really, really close… Because I’ve got a secret to tell you. So begins Robert Kerstetter’s enchanting tale, “The Invisible Cloud of Ouch.” This is a story for children of all ages, and beautifully reveals an important
County, State, Federal Study Shows Visitors’ Preferences
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- How many people visit the San Juan Islands each year? Why do they come? Where do they go, and what do they do? These were among the questions asked for the San Juan Islands Visitor Study, which researchers conducted over several months
Pre-order Native Plants Before March 12
-- from Mo Sloane for San Juans Conservation District -- This year’s selections include 18 species of evergreen and deciduous trees, shrubs, and perennials like the ever-popular Red Flowering Currant and Blue Elderberry. Natives supply important food sources and shelter for birds, insects, and mammals, enhance biodiversity, and require less water
Senator Ranker Sponsors School Safety Bill
-- from Senator Kevin Ranker -- This morning, the Senate Ways & Means Committee heard testimony in a public hearing on a new proposal, Senate Bill 6620, which would enhance school safety and raise the age for purchase of a tactical rifle. No family should be fearful to send their
Take the San Juan County Civic Campus Plan Community Survey
-- from San Juan County Communications -- San Juan County is exploring options to centralize and streamline government operations in an efficient and community-centered Civic Campus located near the courthouse in Friday Harbor. As County services have grown over the past decades, staff and operations have become spread across many
Letter to Editor | Healthcare Coalition Role Clarified
-- from Dale Heisinger for Coalition for Orcas Healthcare -- When Island Hospital departed Orcas Island, a coalition of citizen volunteers organized an election to allow voters to establish a Public Hospital District (PHD). The goal of the PHD is to ensure access to primary/urgent care for all the members of
