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
Council Unanimously Approves Immigration Initiative
-- by Margie Doyle -- Supporters of the Immigration Initiative come to Friday Harbor to address the County Council After elaborate testimony by County Prosecutor Randy Gaylord, heartfelt and pointed comments from 22 county citizens, and concise questioning by County Council members, the County Council endorsed the citizens'
Make Sure Your Eclipse Viewing Won’t Blind You
-- by Lin McNulty -- Make sure your eclipse viewing glasses are ISO 12312-2 compliant News broke over the weekend that internet giant Amazon is recalling some solar eclipse viewing glasses that were purchased through their online store, offering full refunds to buyers. Concern that some eclipse shades
County Now Considering Lodging Tax Grant Proposals
-- from Sue Kollett, San Juan County Council Assistant-- The 2018 Lodging Tax Facilities/Promotional Grant Program was opened earlier this month with a Request for Proposals (RFP). The deadline for submitting proposals is for 2018 grants is Sept. 21, 2017 San Juan County has established a tourism facilities program, funded
Letter to Editor | Heartfelt Thanks for Orcas Blood Drive
-- from Jim Biddick -- On Thursday, August 10, your community blood drive registered a total of 81 donors. We welcomed eight first-time-donors and congratulated six donors for reaching milestone gallon markers. We were able to collect 64 units of whole blood. Since each unit of whole blood is separated into the different components (red cells, platelets,
Celebrate Patos Lighthouse’s 124th Birthday
-- from Edrie Vinson -- Visit the lighthouse on Patos Island on Aug. 27. Photo by Tom Reeve The Keepers of the Patos Light invite you to join them in celebrating the 124th Birthday of the Patos Island Lighthouse on August 27, 2017. The Keepers will depart from
Clean Boating Program Wins $2.5M Federal Grant
-- from Samantha Larson for Washington Sea Grant -- Boater sewage is a source of pollution into Washington State waters that can contaminate shellfish beds or spread waterborne diseases at popular swimming beaches. To keep this pollution at bay, Washington State Parks Department’s Clean Vessel Act (CVA) program works with the
Final Pod Nod of the Summer at The Whale Museum is on August 25
-- from Tracie Merrill for The Whale Museum -- The final Pod Nod overnight marine adventure at The Whale Museum is on Friday, August 25! These popular “pajama party” sleepovers are geared for children ages 6 to 11. Pod Nods are led by Museum Educators with assistance from other adult professionals.
Library Fair Chalks Up Another Outstanding Event
-- by Olivia Smith -- [metaslider id=54486] On Saturday, August 12, the Friends of the Orcas Island Library hosted the annual library fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Though the day began as overcast and windy, the sun came out in the middle of the festivities. For over 60
SJIMA Explores NW Coast People’s Art, Adornment
Sunday, August 20, 2 p.m., Friday Harbor Grange -- from Diane Martindale, San Juan Islands Museum of Art -- David A.Boxley and David Robert Boxley. Photo by Steve Quin From tattoos to tennis shoes, cedar back capes to designer hoodies, clothing and jewelry has always communicated deep history
State Seeks Comment on Outdoor Recreation Plan
-- from Washington Recreation and Conservation Office -- The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Funding Board wants to know what you think the priorities should be for outdoor recreation. The board has a draft statewide recreation and conservation plan that is meant to be a guide for decision-makers when they
Tuesday the Day to Enter Your Exhibit into Fair
-- from San Juan County Fair Staff -- Have you been working on a piece of art, that perfect pie, or raising some beautiful animals? Share them with your fellow islanders by entering in the Fair! Exhibit Entry Day is this coming Tuesday, August 15 from 9 a.m. to 6
Public Facilities Funds Awarded Throughout County
Orcas Island public facilities for improving trails, repairing the Skate Park, installing parking at Deer Harbor and establishing a visitor experience at Orcas Landing, won significant funding from the county's sales and use tax awards this year. In addition, the county Economic Development Council earned annual funding for this year
Local Teen Wins in Bellingham Youth Sailing Regatta
-- from Gray Cope for San Juan Island Sailing Foundation -- Photo: Trisha Hochreiter Local teen sailor, Perham Black, a rising senior on the San Juan Island Youth Sailing Team won the Bellingham Youth Regatta sailing regatta held on Saturday August 5, and Sunday, August 6, 2017. Twenty-five
Sheriff’s Report | August 2 – 8, 2017
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- August 2, 2017 17-005034 Theft 08:06:08 08/02/17 A deputy investigated a report of theft of services. Unknown person/s placed garbage in a business dumpster in Friday Harbor. Investigation continues. 17-005044 Juvenile Problem 12:27:52 08/02/17 A deputy was contacted by a concerned parent
Guest Opinion: What Does State Budget Mean for Orcas Schools?
-- from Orcas Island School District Business Office -- You have probably heard statements coming out of Olympia saying that the WA State Legislature has created a budget that addresses the State Supreme Court’s mandate to “amply fund public education” (aka The McCleary Decision). While many larger school districts will
Change Your Life with a New, High-wage Career!
Deadline Aug. 21, 2017 -- from the San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) -- The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) will provide FREE training in Construction Tech at the Northwest Career & Technical Academy this fall, then help place trained and qualified workers in good jobs in
