Here’s a thought…
“You may not be able to change the world, but at least you can embarrass the guilty.”
JESSICA MITFORD
Catkin Cafe Hosts Student Chef Winner
-- from Ashley Randall -- On February 3, Catkin Café hosted Orcas School’s Student Chef Winner, Theo Vaccarella, and six friends for a pasta making class. Theo won first place in the 2016 Student Chef Competition with his healthful and tasty garden meatball soup. Under the direction of
Inslee Statement on White House Removing Protections for Transgender Students
-- from Governor Inslee’s Communications Office -- “I strongly oppose the Trump Administration’s reversal of federal protection for transgender students. Washington state will continue to be a place where all children can feel safe from discrimination, harassment or assault based on their gender identity. Our state’s law, the Anderson-Murray Act, passed
Wolf Hollow Assures Us Spring is on the Way
-- from Shona Aitken, Wolf Hollow -- It may be difficult to believe when it’s still February and there’s frost at night, but spring is on its way. Buds are appearing on the trees and bushes, green shoots are emerging from the ground and songbirds are beginning to sing. Some
Vikings On the Road, and Streaming Locally at White Horse
-- from Justin Paulsen, Vikings Booster Club -- Vikings Basketball is on the road this weekend, and the Orcas Booster Club wants to make sure you don't miss any of the action. Thanks to our incredible sponsors, we are proud to be able to offer live-streaming of the Orcas v.
It’s Official: School Bond Fails by Three Votes
-- by Lin McNulty -- The votes are all in, they are tallied, and the results from the Feb. 14 election in San Juan County are certified. A turnout of 2,215 voters (51.98 percent of registered voters) clinched the ballot decisions in favor of increasing the number of Fire Commissioners
Ferry Update: Friday sailings served by the Kitsap
-- from Washington State Ferries (WSF)-- UPDATE: 9 pm: On Friday, February 24, the Kitsap temporarily joins the [Anacortes-San Juans] route as the #2 vessel while the Chelan undergoes engine repairs. Vessel capacity remains the same and full galley service will be available. UPDATE 9 am: The 11:20am sailing from
Inslee Signs Executive Order Protecting Rights, Services for Washingtonian Immigrants
-- from Governor Inslee's Office -- Gov. Inslee with legislators during the media availability for executive order 17–01, reaffirming Washington’s commitment to tolerance, diversity, and inclusiveness in Olympia, Wash., Feb. 23, 2017. (Official Governor’s Office Photo) Gov. Jay Inslee signed an executive order today affirming and clarifying Washington
Funhouse Science Fair Close at Hand
-- from Emilie Gincig -- The 17th Annual Funhouse Science Fair is happening on Saturday, Mar. 25, starting at 12 p.m. at The Funhouse. This FREE family event is open to the public and features gizmos and gadgets, marvels and wonders of the science world. Among other demonstrations, witness an exciting
Draft Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps (DFIRMs) Available
-- from San Juan County Communications -- The county has received draft digital flood map layers from FEMA that include base flood elevations. The County has begun to use the base flood elevation information in the DFIRMs rather than requiring a determination from a federal agency. The draft DFIRMs will
Food Bank Seeks Your Advice For New Logo
-- from Orcas Food Bank Board -- What will our new logo be? When the Orcas Island Food Bank Board starting thinking it might be time to update its image, we thought it would be fun to bring you all in on the process. Here’s your chance to
Orcas Life Church to Show “War Room”
Sunday, February 25, 4 p.m., Senior Center -- from Carol Kulminski -- If you have ever asked the question, “When should I give up hope for a specific situation in my life, like my marriage or my relationship with my son or daughter?” come and see "War Room." By the
Auditor Gives Update on Orcas School District Bond Measure
-- from County Auditor F. Milene Henley -- I’ve been asked why the San Juan County Elections Office is waiting to count 15 ballots in the Orcas School District Election. At this point, the measure is losing, with 59.73 percent of votes cast in favor, in an election which requires a
Fire Commission Addresses, Tables Hot Topic
-- by Lin McNulty -- Orcas Fire Commissioners met at Eastsound Fire Station on Tuesday evening in a regularly-scheduled session. Two topics were included under Old Business: (1) Public comment guidelines during Commission meetings and (2) increasing the number of Commissioners to five, following the recent passage of Proposition 1.
County Auditor Provides Quarterly Review of County Finances
-- from County Auditor Milene Henley -- I am a worrier. It’s not a fun job, but somebody has to do it. It’s the worriers of the world (WOW) who make sure the heat is turned off during vacation, that we have enough turkey for all our guests, and that
Education Funding Bill Passes House, Moves to Senate
-- from Tara Lee, Governor's Office -- Following passage in the state House of HB 1843: "Fulfilling the state's paramount duty for all children through equitable and responsible investments in the state's basic education program and reductions to local effort contributions," Governor Jay Inslee released the following statement: “I appreciate
Under New Bill, Veterans Could Use Post-9/11 Benefits to Cover Higher-Ed Application Fees
-- from Erin Schneider, Rep. Larsen's Office -- Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Republican Rep. Luke Messer (IN-06) are working to reduce the financial burden on veterans seeking higher education by making application fees eligible under the Post 9/11 GI Bill. “Veterans should not miss out on higher education because of
