Here’s a thought…
“The only control or “guardrails” that AI needs is a STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT.”
TRUMP
Contractors Will Be Spraying Foam Insulation at Library
Thursday, February 2 to Sunday, February 5 -- from Phil Heikkinen -- As part of our building expansion project, contractors will be spraying foam insulation this week, with the odor noticeable from Thursday, February 2 to Sunday, February 5. Although the spraying will be within the new area, some fumes
Cupid’s Closet Seeks Vendors
February 11, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., West Sound Community Hall -- from Margot Shaw -- There are a few more vendor tables available ($25.) for the 8th (can you believe!) annual Cupid's Closet Flea Market, taking place February 11, 10-2 at the West Sound Community Hall on Deer Harbor
Sheriff’s Report | January 18 – 24, 2017
January 18, 2017 17-000346 Domestic Dispute or Assault 22:57:26 01/18/17 Deputies arrived at an apartment in Friday Harbor to investigate a disturbance. Deputies arrested a male subject that threatened to kill a neighbor with a knife. January 19, 2017 17-000349 Welfare Check 11:23:24 01/19/17 An Orcas deputy responded to welfare
Letter to Editor | Why I Support School Bond
-- from Kristen Wilson -- There are so many reasons to like this school bond, including the whole list of essential repairs or improvements it will make to our inadequate facilities. If some of these problems were occurring in our own homes most of us would be saying, “We need
UW Medicine and OMF Announce UW Medicine Clinic on Orcas
-- from the Orcas Medical Foundation Board -- UW Medicine and Orcas Medical Foundation (OMF) are pleased to announce that we are working in partnership to ensure access to quality primary medical care at the Orcas Medical Center through the creation of a UW Medicine clinic on Orcas Island. UW
Breaking News | Olga Road Closed Due to Man With Gun
-- by Lin McNulty -- Sources tell Orcas Issues that Orcas Fire Department has blocked off Olga Road between Tomihi and Crescent Beach, at the request of the Sheriff's Department, due to a report of a man with a gun. Personnel from Orcas Fire and San Juan County Sheriff's Office
Letter to Editor | Vote “Yes” on Both Levies
-- from San Juan County Firefighters and Paramedics Association, IAFF Local 3911 -- Re: The Expansion of the Board of Fire Commissioners to a Five Member Board There is a ballot initiative to expand the Orcas Island Board of Fire Commissioners from three to five members. By now you should
Fire Commissioners Call Special Meeting
Monday, January 30, 5:30 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Pat Ayers -- Notice of Special Meeting With Agenda Board of Fire Commissioners San Juan County Fire Protection District #2 Meeting Called by: Board of Fire Commissioners Date: January 30, 2017 Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: Public Meeting Room Station #21 45
Letter to Editor | Take the Tour, Ask Questions, Vote “Yes”
-- from Miriam Ziegler -- I am writing to strongly encourage my fellow Orcas Islanders to vote FOR the Phase III bond issue on the ballot for the February 14 election. We will be receiving the ballots in the mail in the next few days. This $8 million bond proposal
Guest Opinion | School Bond Needed for Whole School Community
-- from Orcas Island School Board and Superintendent Webb -- Soon you will be voting on a new school bond. The bond corrects safety issues and makes essential repairs or improvements to OISD facilities that were not included in previous bonds. Several meetings/surveys determined the content of this bond. Everything
County Gears Up for Orcas Landing Park and Ride Project
-- from San Juan County Communications -- San Juan County received a $760,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) to construct a Park and Ride facility at the Orcas Island Ferry Terminal on Orcas Island. The primary purpose of the project is to relocate the ferry parking
5th Annual San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit, “Gather & Sow”
Friday - Sunday, February 10 -12, Camp Orkila -- from Rhys Hansen -- Join fellow farmers, regional experts, and local food and farm advocates this February 10–12 for a weekend of education, inspiration, and camaraderie at beautiful YMCA Camp Orkila on Orcas Island. The theme for this year’s summit, “Gather
Are We at Risk of Another Major Communications Outage?
-- from OPALCO -- Remember the communications outage of November 2013 caused when CenturyLink’s fiber-optic cable failed? We are once again at risk of a prolonged communications outage due to the deteriorated condition of CenturyLink’s submarine cable that carries fiber to the communications hub on San Juan Island that serves
Letter to Editor | Support School Levy
-- from Coleen O'Brien -- I’m hoping all friends, neighbors and kid supporters will join me in voting for the school bond being presented to our community. I’ve attended meetings and I’ve discussed the needs and the plans with school board members and school staff. It is clear to me
Inslee Statement on Executive Orders Restricting Refugee Assistance, Immigration
-- from Office of the Governor -- Gov. Jay Inslee today issued the following statement on President Trump’s executive orders: “The state of Washington has a proud history of inclusivity, tolerance and compassion for all residents. Our diversity of people and cultures is a critical part of who we are,
Get Ready for Baseball, Softball, T-ball This Spring
-- from Kim Ihlenfeldt -- Play ball! This spring we will be offering more games and increased competition for our baseball and softball players. The baseball committee along with the Park and Rec Board has thoroughly researched all league options and the last several years of season play. After completing
