Here’s a thought…
“Three things that don’t hang themselves: Christmas ornaments, drywall, and Jeffrey Epstein.”
SEN. JOHN KENNEDY (R-LA)
Skagit Valley College Announces New Trustee
-- from Skagit Valley College -- Flora Lucatero, of Mount Vernon, has been notified by Governor Inslee’s office that she has been appointed to the Skagit Valley College (SVC) Board of Trustees. Her appointment is effective December 2017 and runs to September 2022. She replaces John Stephens who recently completed
Sheriff’s Report | January 17 – 23, 2018
January 17, 2018 18-000403 Escape from Custody 13:01:55 01/17/18 An inmate participating in the In-Custody Inmate Workcrew Program failed to return for work as instructed, constituting escape. 18-000404 Sick or Injured Animal 13:31:45 01/17/18 A Deputy in Friday Harbor received a report of possible animal abuse. This case is currently
Dream of Tea with Eth-Noh-Tec: Travel to China and Korea
Sunday, Feb. 4 from 1 to 2 p.m. -- by Robert Kikuchi-Yngojo -- Robert and Nancy of Eth-Noh-Tec on a recent trip to China “No Man (or Woman) is an island” as the saying goes, implying that people, communities, or even nations should not be isolated from each
Sen. Ranker Legislative Update
-- from Senator Kevin Ranker (D-Orcas Island) Senate Democrats continue to strengthen the #bluewall, advancing critical legislation that reflects our progressive values. In only three weeks, we've introduced and advanced internet privacy, net neutrality, climate action, protecting the Salish Sea, protecting LGBTQ seniors from discrimination, Equal Pay Act, Reproductive Parity
State Dept. of Licensing Issues Emergency Rule
-- from the Washington State Dept. of Licensing -- Washington residents who apply for a standard driver license, instruction permit and ID card will no longer be asked to provide their place of birth as part of the application process. On January 19, 2018 the Department of Licensing (DOL) filed
Enchanted Rock Cabaret: Music, Dance, Nonsense and Creativity
-- by Margie Doyle -- Enchanted Rock brings Teatro Titikookoo to the Seaview the first weekend in February What the heck is Teatro Titikookoo and where is the Enchanted Rock? Conceived and Directed by Grace McCune, Musical Director, Deborah Sparks, Nonsense Staging Director and Jake Perrine, Tech Designer
Community Foundation Puts Gifts to Work in Community
-- from Hilary Canty for Orcas Community Foundation -- The end of the year brought many great gifts to and through the Orcas Island Community Foundation. Robert and Carolyn Volk made a living legacy gift to the community by donating the building at the corner of Main and Urner Street
Naval Air Station at Whidbey to Conduct Security Exercises
-- from Thomas Mills, Public Affairs Specialist, Whidbey Naval Air Station -- Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, along with Commander Navy Region Northwest and other Navy bases in the Puget Sound and Seattle area will participate in an annual security readiness exercise, Solid Curtain - Citadel Shield (SC-CS18), from January
Letter to Editor | We Want Our Forever Here
-- from Madie Murray -- I was having lunch with a friend and, of course, we were discussing the Hospital District Initiative. She asked me about my thoughts on the district. She wasn’t the first, and each time I go straight to the thought of, “What if it doesn’t pass?”
Senior Center Shares Results From “Building a Vital Future” Survey
-- from Lynnette Wood -- Whether you call them senior citizens, “geriactives” or golden agers, the demographic trends are clear. According to State of Washington data, San Juan County already has more than twice the population of individuals age 65 and older as does the state overall, and the average
Remembrance: Warren Miller, Orcas Neighbor
-- by Paul Kamin -- Warren Miller, third from left, leads youngsters in individual achievement Orcas Islander Warren Miller passed away on Jan 24th. Warren was a special friend to many of his Orcas neighbors. Warren lived for the adventure and was absolutely a “collector of stories”. There
Ferry Service Resumes with Adjustments
Service continues on the Anacortes/San Juan Islands routes with several schedule adjustments. The following departures are scheduled for the remainder of the day. Please note that these sailing times are approximations, and customers are advised to arrive as soon as possible for all destinations: Westbound • 7:10 p.m. – Anacortes
Friday Harbor Tow Boat Company Wins National Award
-- from Boat Owners Association of The United States -- TowBoatUS Friday Harbor owner Capt. Deb Fritz; receives national award from BoatUS Vice President Jerry Cardarelli (credit: BoatUS) A local small business that that helps boaters get safely home was recognized for its professionalism at the BoatUS Towing
Tax Help at Orcas Senior Center
-- from Jim Biddick -- Jim Biddick (Lions Club) and John Carl (Kiwanis Club) will be available to assist with taxes at the Orcas Senior Center on Wednesday February 7 through April 11 from 9 a.m. till 4 p.m. The tax service is for low to moderate income taxpayers (
Ferries Snafu as Result of Vehicle Crash
-- from Washington State Ferries(WSF) -- UPDATE: 1:22 p.m., January 25 Thursday, January 25, 2018 02:22 PM Ana/SJs - UPDATE - Anacortes/San Juan Island Service Resumes Service on the Anacortes/San Juan Island routes resumes with several unscheduled eastbound departures from the islands. M/V Yakima in Friday Harbor, M/V Elwha on
Car Crashes into Water at Anacortes Terminal
UPDATE: Thursday, Jan. 25 at 3 p.m. The Anacortes terminal has been cleared to reopen, and vessels are now traveling eastbound to the terminal. Upon arrival in Anacortes: • The M/V Samish will be the first boat to arrive in Anacortes in approximately 20 minutes. After offloading traffic will travel
