Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
Salish Sea Citizens Stand on Capitol Hill in Olympia
-- from Katie Fleming -- On Monday, February 13, 200 people from the San Juan Islands and greater Salish Sea region attended a rally at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia to show support for the Oil Transportation Safety Bills (House Bill 1611/Senate Bill 5462). A major oil spill would
Your Land, Your Trees, Your Goals: A Forestry Class for Landowners
-- from Ian Tyler Fawley -- Natural beauty, wildlife, ecosystem health, harvest income, family ties, privacy, and peace and quiet are some of the many reasons people value their forestland. Whatever your values are, this comprehensive university-based forestry class will help you get the most out of the land you love. Whether
Suspects In Custody, Jewelry Recovered
-- from Sheriff Ron Krebs -- On February 10, 2017 the Shinola Jewelry store in Eastsound was burglarized. On February 14, the Sheriff’s Office received information of the people in possession of the stolen jewelry. The Sheriff’s Office put out a video that was obtained from a neighboring business. The
Get Ready to Laugh a Lot at Upcoming Spamalot Production
Thursday - Saturday, March 16 - 18, 23 - 25, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver -- This March Orcas Center will feature the award winning musical Monty Python’s Spamalot, on Center Stage with Doug Bechtel directing an all-island cast. Bring the whole family for a laugh out
Votes Favor Passage of School Bond and Add’l Fire Commissioner
-- by Margie Doyle -- As of 8 p.m. on Feb. 14 Election Day, both the School District's $8M bond measure and the Orcas Fire District's increase in commissioners measure were favored by Orcas voters. However, the Orcas School District bond requires 60 percent approval; as of last night's tally,
Guest Opinion | Not a Time for Keeping Silent on Climate Change
-- from Katie Wilkins -- I have wanted to write this for a long time. I have waited because I didn't know how to fit a topic as large as climate change into few enough words. But as the price of saying nothing grows higher, I know I will be
Larsen Statement on National Security Adviser Michael Flynn’s Resignation
-- from Douglas Wagoner, Congressman Larsen's Office -- Congressman: ‘the American people need to know more information about what President Trump knew and when he knew it’ Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, today released the following statement after National Security Adviser Michael Flynn resigned:
Pending Legislation to Create Health, Safety Rules for Outdoor Based Early Learning
-- from Andrew Youngren -- A Bipartisan Bill, sponsored by Sen. Kevin Ranker (D-Orcas Island), SB 5357, will develop health and safety rules for the growing number of outdoor preschools in Washington. If passed by the legislature, the Department of Early Learning will manage a pilot project to license outdoor preschools,
In Memoriam | Zoe Gale Vinson 1982 – 2016
Saturday, February 25, 2 pm, Emmanuel Parish Hall -- from Sherry Vinson -- Zoe Gale Vinson was born November 15, 1982 in Portland, OR, to John and Sherry Vinson. Her sister, Marriah Mackenzie Vinson was born in June of 1986. In the summer of 1989 the family moved to Orcas
Whatever You Decide, Be Sure to Cast Your Vote Today
Tuesday, Feb. 14 is Voting Day. Your ballot must be postmarked today (the Post Office closes at 3 p.m.) or put in the drive-through voting box at the Senior Center by 8 p.m. to count. Orcas is deciding on an $8 million school bond and on increasing the number of
Orcas Island Library Will Reopen February 14 During Insulation Spraying
-- from Phil Heikkinen -- As part of our building expansion project, contractors began spraying foam insulation in the new addition on Monday, February 13. They hope to complete the process by the 15th, though it is possible that the work will continue until the 16th. In being cautious about possible
Help Identify This Burglar
-- by Lin McNulty -- San Juan County Sheriff's Office is reaching out to the public to help identify a serial burglar who has been striking Eastsound businesses late at night. [huge_it_video_player id="2"] Most recently, this burglar hit Shinola Jewelry in the wee hours on February 9 or 10. The suspect
NAS Whidbey Island SAR Conducts Three Medical Evacuations Within Two Days
-- from Naval Air Station, Whidbey Island -- Search and Rescue (SAR) teams from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island conducted three separate Medical Evacuations (MEDEVACs) between Thursday, Feb. 9, and Friday, Feb. 10, 2017. The first was from Friday Harbor Airport to Island Hospital in Anacortes, the second from
Flowers? Candy? How Islanders Celebrate Valentine’s Day
-- by Ayn Gailey -- Love is priceless, yet Valentine's Day nationwide is notorious for dollars spent. A new survey from the National Retail Federation projects that U.S. consumers will spend a total of $18.2 billion on their Valentines this year. Over $4 billion of that will be spent on jewelry, with another
Open Letter to the President
-- from Sharon Abreu -- Dear President Trump, I am writing to make sure you know that I oppose the Dakota Access pipeline, Keystone XL pipeline, Spectra Gas, and Kinder Morgan pipeline projects. You have said that you received no calls in opposition to the DAPL. That's hard to believe
Valentine’s Day Dinner at Christian School
-- from the Orcas Christian School -- The second 2017 Community Dinner at Orcas Christian School is on Tuesday, February 14, from 5 - 7:30 pm.. This all-you-can-eat meal is free for all who come. On the menu is Mexican food which includes enchiladas, refried beans, burritos, black bean casserole,
