Here’s a thought…
“The propagandist’s purpose is to make one set of people forget that certain other sets of people are human.”
ALDOUS HUXLEY
“Judgment Day” As Decision on Propane Storage Nears
-- by Matt Willis, Orcas Issues reporter -- Interisland Propane 30,000 gallon fuel storage tank in Friday Harbor On Monday, October 2, the San Juan County Hearing Examiner will make a final decision on Inter-Island Propane's application for a conditional use permit to store 30,000 gallons of propane
Food Bank Thanks All Who Came
Board and Volunteers sporting their new logo shirts, graciously donated by Susan and Erica Lyons and Patrick Downy. We love them! -- from Orcas Island Food Bank Board -- The day was beautiful, the setting was perfect and a good time was had by all. The Board and our
Fairgrounds Flea Market Accepting Vendors
-- from Ashley King for San Juan County Fair -- The final San Juan County Fairgrounds Flea Market of the year's date is official. Grab your calendar and pencil us in Saturday, December 2, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Plan to sell, shop, or have a booth buddy and shop
Sheriff’s Report | September 20 – 27, 2017
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office - September 20, 2017 17-006707 Accident-HitRun 11:35:35 09/20/17 A Deputy was informed of hit and run on Orcas. A report was taken and there are no suspects at this time. 17-006717 Citizen Dispute 17:34:05 09/20/17 A Lopez Island deputy was called regarding a
Winner of San Juans Specialty License Design Announced
-- from Tanja Williamson for San Juan County Land Bank -- The Terrestrial Managers Group and the Madrona Institute are thrilled to announce the winner of the San Juan Islands Specialty License Plate Design Contest: Nancy Spaulding! A local artist, Ms. Spaulding’s entry, “Evening Passage”, garnered the most votes out of the
State Officials Meet With USDOJ to Discuss Marijuana Policy
-- from Office of Governor Inslee -- Officials from the offices of Gov. Jay Inslee, Attorney General Bob Ferguson, the Washington State Liquor & Cannabis Board and Department of Financial Institutions met today with federal officials at the U.S Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. regarding state and federal marijuana
Guest Opinion: Eastsound Becomes Urban
-- by Sadie Bailey -- On Saturday morning, September 23, I was working outside at Lavender Hollow Apartments, where I live. I heard sounds of an excavator tearing up the forest, for several hours. The sounds were horrible and painful to hear. I went to investigate, just as an engineer
Doe Bay Internet Group Celebrates Third Year
-- from Chris Brems -- In what amounted to a mini love fest, the Doe Bay Internet Users Association (DBIUA) held its third annual meeting on Sunday, Sept. 24, at the Doe Bay Fire Hall. Since its founding, the innovative, grassroots nonprofit group has delivered reliable high-speed internet service to
Business Planning for Farmers and Ranchers
-- from Angie Freeman Shephard at WSU/San Juan Extension -- Farmers and ranchers! It’s time to sharpen your pencil and write that business plan to market your harvest! Washington State University San Juan County Extension and Northwest Agriculture Business Center (NABC) will host two free day long workshops covering key
State Attorney General Files Suit over Opioid Deaths
-- from the Seattle Times by Nina Shapiro and Vernal Coleman Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson and Seattle City Attorney Pete Holmes on Thursday filed separate lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies, including OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, accusing them of fueling the state’s ongoing opioid epidemic. The city of Seattle’s suit includes Purdue,
Governors Inslee, Brown Jointly Call for Proposals to Operate Public Safety Broadband Network
-- from Office of Governor Inslee -- The states of Washington and Oregon will jointly issue a request for proposals (RFP) to operate a high-speed, wireless broadband data network dedicated to public safety. The network will not replace existing public safety radio networks, but will be another tool to ensure
It’s Going to be a Whale of a Show at Orcas Center
Saturday, September 30, 6:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- It is time for Orcas Island youth to share their talents on the big stage at “Whale of a Show” on Saturday, September 30, 6:30 p.m. at Orcas Center. The audience will have the opportunity to see new
Fall Sailing Schedule Takes Effect October 1
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Starting Sunday, October 1, the fall sailing schedule goes into effect. Drivers and passengers should note the San Juan Islands will be served by four vessels with one daily round-trip to Sidney, BC via Friday Harbor. Drivers can make reservations online at www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/reservations or by calling 1-888-808-7977 (WA & BC)
Ferry Seasonal Surcharge Ends Saturday; General Fare Increases Sunday
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Please be advised of several changes to the fares on Washington State Ferries (WSF): The last day of the summer peak season surcharge for single vehicle fares is Saturday, September 30. On Sunday, October 1, single vehicle fares will return to their non-peak rates. Passenger fares
Fall Farm Tours Upcoming for Orcas, San Juan, Lopez
Sunday, October 1 for Orcas Island -- from San Juan Islands Conservation District -- Join us in October for the San Juan Islands Fall Farm Tours. There will be fun for everyone. Come meet local farmers and feast on the bounty of local harvest. Tickets are now on sale: October
Sea View Hosts “An Inconvenient Truth” in One-Night Showing
Thursday, September 28, 7:30 p.m., Sea View Theatre -- from Donna Laslo -- “All the beauty of the world is at risk.” -- Al Gore A decade after "An Inconvenient Truth" brought the climate crisis into the heart of popular culture, comes the riveting and rousing follow-up that shows just
