Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
Editorial | Our Founding Documents As They Pertain To “Others”
-- by Lin McNulty, Managing Editor -- I recently had a conversation with someone I haven't seen or spoken to in years. No particular reason for the gap; we just never crossed paths. The conversation was about the San Juan Comprehensive Plan (Comp Plan). My takeaway thoughts, however, focused on
An Orcas Fourth of July Ditty
-- from Margot Shaw -- On the first day of July I saw on Orcas Road An eagle in a fir tree. On the second day of July I saw on Orcas Road Two bunnies hopping, And an eagle in a fir tree. On the third day of July I
Whale Museum Program: At Sea with Marine Birds of the Raincoast
Tuesday, July 11, 6 p.m., The Whale Museum -- from Tracie Merrill for The Whale Museum -- The Whale Museum is thrilled to welcome Dr. Caroline Fox from Sidney, BC, on Tuesday, July 11 for a presentation and book signing at the museum! Beginning at 6 p.m., a reception will precede
Guest Opinion | Public Meeting Set to Discuss Seaview Propane Tank Siting
Wednesday, July 5, 7:30 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- Donny Galt, Inter-Island Propane -- This is Donny from Inter Island Propane in Friday Harbor. I just wanted you to know that I have personally read every one of your concerns about the new propane facility and hear you loud and
Calling All Island Writers — It’s Fair Time
-- from Ashley King for San Juan County Fair -- [NOTE: Story updated to include online link.] Hear the buzz? That should be all you busy-bee Island Writers preparing for the San Juan County Fair. But, you say, the Fair is months away. True, it's August 16-19, but the deadline for submitting is only weeks
Doe Bay Café Sponsoring Funhouse Commons in July
-- 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
5th Annual Fiesta to Benefit SJ Home Trust
Sunday, July 16, 4:30 - 9 p.m., Friday Harbor Brickworks -- from Sarah Crosby for San Juan Community Home Trust -- FIESTA! The San Juan Community Home Trust invites you to join us at the Brickworks for our 5th annual Fiesta San Juan, Sunday, Jul. 16 from 4:30 to 9
Friday Harbor Attorney Katie Loring Seeks Appointment as Next San Juan County Superior Court Judge
-- from Katie Long -- Attorney Katie Loring has submitted her application for appointment as the next San Juan County Superior Court Judge. In April, San Juan County Superior Court Judge, Donald E. Eaton, announced his retirement effective December 31, 2017. Because Judge Eaton is retiring mid-term, the next San
Island Girls Bring Back Their Pink Flamingo Fundraiser
-- from Dottie Cornelius -- Pink Flamingos have arrived on Orcas Island. Yards across town will soon be flocked with these fun "glamingos." The Island Girls, a team of eight women who are walking 60 miles over three days in September in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day in Seattle are
Aging Like a Guru
-- by Rosie Kuhn -- The Well Worn Path of Anticipation As a child, my focus of attention was quite often on the future. I anticipated the delight of holidays - Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the 4th of July, to name a few. I anxiously awaited the time when I was
Merideth Kaye Clark in Concert Singing Joni Mitchell’s BLUE at Orcas Center
Sunday, July 9, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- See Merideth Kaye Clark in concert at Orcas Center Sunday, July 9 at 7:30 p.m. Clark recently recorded her version of Joni Mitchell’s album BLUE, and is currently traveling around the country performing this iconic
Orcas School Board Ups Lunch Prices, Hears from Juvenile Court Rep.
-- by Ayn Gailey -- [Note: This article has been updated to clarify the school lunch price increase.]* Classes and graduation ceremonies may have wrapped, but the OISD School Board, none of whom take compensation for their services, keeps on working. At the June 22 regular board meeting, Principal Kyle
Body of Missing Juvenile Located Near Residence
-- from Sheriff Ron Krebs -- On Thursday, June 29 the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office was contacted in regards to a 16-year-old male being out after his curfew. His father found his cell phone outside their residence and called the Sheriff’s Office. He was last seen at around 6:30
Fun Interpretive Walk in Garry Oak Restoration Area on Turtleback
Saturday, July 8, 9 - 11 a.m., Turtleback Mountain Preserve -- from Tanja Williamson for San Juan County Land Bank -- Ruthie Dougherty, Orcas Preserve Steward, will lead an interpretive hike on south Turtleback, focusing on the oak woodlands where the Land Bank has conducted extensive restoration over the last six years.
Local Attorney Jon Cain Applies for Superior Court Judge Position
-- from Jon Cain -- Jon Cain, of Friday Harbor, announced [on Thursday, June 29] that he has submitted his application for the position of San Juan County Superior Court Judge. Governor Jay Inslee will appoint someone later this year to fill the opening that will result from Judge Donald
Sheriff’s Report | June 21 – 27, 2017
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- June 21, 2017 17-003595 Court Order Violation 11:51:41 06/21/17 A deputy responded to a report of a protection order violation that occurred in Eastsound. An investigation is currently being conducted and a report was written. 17-003607 Welfare Check 17:55:15 06/21/17 A Deputy
