Here’s a thought…
“America is and always has been an argument — it’s an experiment.”
DAVID W. BLIGHT
No Monday Morning Ferry Service between Anacortes, Lopez, Friday Harbor
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Due to necessary repairs the 6:20 a.m. departure of the M/V Samish from Anacortes to Lopez and Friday Harbor is cancelled. This will also cancel the 8:05 a.m. Friday Harbor to Anacortes departure. We apologize for any inconvenience. Updates will occur as they become
In Memoriam | Robert (Bob) Eugene Vietzke, 1939 – 2016
-- from the family of Robert Vietzke -- Robert (“Bob”) Eugene Vietzke, 77, passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Friday, December 2, in Othello WA. His son was by his side. Born in Ellensburg, WA on April 7, 1939, Bob was the son of Robert and Hazel
Will it Snow? Will it Snow? Will it Snow?
-- from National Weather Service -- ... Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 4 am to noon PST Monday... The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Winter Weather Advisory... which is in effect from 4 am to noon PST Monday. * Timing... Monday morning between 4 am and noon.
NextGeneration Hands out Red Ribbons
Monday & Tuesday, December 12 & 13, 3:30 - 7 p.m., Island Market -- from Paris Wilson, NextGeneration Public Relations -- Orcas Island High School club NextGeneration will be handing out red ribbons at Island Market on Monday, December 12 and Tuesday, December 13 from 3:30 to 7:00 pm. These red
Santa to Land at the Landing
-- from Jim Biddick -- The Orcas Island Lions Club announces the arrival of the International Lions Annual Christmas Ship on December 11, at 11:30 a.m. at the Orcas Ferry Landing. Santa has said he hopes there is no wind and high seas this year. His elves have a tendency
Funhouse Plans Renovations for Spring
-- from Krista Bouchey -- Using a portion of the generous gift from the Henigson family, and after careful consideration and consultation with the Funhouse Family (board, staff, families and stakeholders), the Funhouse will be embarking on a major renovation Spring 2017. Utilizing the current footprint, the renovations will make better
Annual Spiral Walk to Mark Season
Sunday, December 11, 3 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall, Eastsound -- from Paul Freedman -- Please join us to continue this thirty year long winter ritual in Eastsound. This beautiful, reverent event marks the season of darkness and reminds us of the promise of the return of light. The advent angel
Deer Harbor Bridge Work Continues
-- from John Van Lund -- Crews will begin backfilling both the east and west abutments with gravel, and will continue placing scour protection, which is a barrier of large rocks that helps minimize water erosion. Cofferdam sheet piling was removed from the east abutment last week (see photos
Olga Celebrates Midwinter with Potluck, Gift Exchange
Saturday, December 10, 5:30 p.m., Olga Community Center -- from Lorna Rhodes -- Everyone is welcome to the Olga Christmas Potluck, Saturday, December 10 at the Olga Community Center, hosted by Ruthie Dougherty and Lorna Rhodes. Social hour begins at 5:30 and we sit down for dinner at 6-6:30. Please
Letter to Editor | Consider a Gift to Orcas
-- from Bob & Marsha Waunch -- Let’s all consider giving a gift to ourselves and the entire island this holiday season – the gift of long-term assurance of quality health care. The campaign to raise $750,000 for the OMF/UW Medicine Fund is off to a great start with $257,000
Holiday Party Upcoming at Artworks, Catkin
Saturday, December 10, 4 - 7 p.m., Artworks Gallery -- from James Hardman -- Everyone is cordially invited to the Orcas Island Artworks and Catkin Cafe Holiday Party, Saturday, December 10 from 4 to 7 for refreshments, live music, and good cheer. Admission is free. 376-4408
New Vehicle Licensing System Coming On Board; Expect Delays
-- from San Juan County Communications -- Washington State residents with vehicle and vessel transactions due in December are urged to complete them by Friday, December 9. On Monday, December 12, the Washington State Department of Licensing will implement, statewide, a new state-of-the-art computer system for vehicle and vessel title
Sheriff’s Report | November 23 – 27, 2016
November 23, 2016 16-008784 Controlled Substance Problem 08:54:05 11/23/16 A student at the Friday Harbor High School was found to be under the influence of marijuana while in class. The student was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia so the school administration contacted the Sheriffs Office. Juvenile Services
Guest Opinion | Our Health Care Quandary
-- from Alison Shaw -- The Quandary: We have three practices on Orcas directed by three MDs. All three struggle at times to make ends meet and depend to some degree on personal and private contributions. Dr. Shinstrom manages by taking little or no salary. That’s extraordinary! Dr. Russell, as
Orcas Center Seeks Executive Director Applicants
-- from Tom Fiscus, Board Chair -- The Board of Trustees of the Orcas Center for the Performing and Visual Arts, announces that it is seeking applications for the position of Executive Director. Orcas Center is the premier performing and visual arts venue located on Orcas Island in the beautiful
San Juan County Issues Pertussis Health Alert
-- from San Juan County Communications -- Three San Juan Island children have been diagnosed with Pertussis, or “whooping cough.” San Juan County Health & Community Services is currently working with the families of these children to investigate the pertussis cases. None of the children have been hospitalized. Pertussis is
