Here’s a thought…
“Drama is life with the dull bits cut out.”
ALFRED HITCHCOCK
Invasive Species Could Cost Washington Businesses, Agencies $1.3 Billion
-- from Susan Zemek, WA Recreation & Conservation -- A new report released today pegs the economic impact of 23 of the most damaging invasive species in Washington at $1.3 billion a year and a loss of 8,000 jobs, if there’s no prevention, according to the Washington Invasive Species Council.
Senior Center Has Donated Car for Sale
-- from Arron Redford -- The Orcas Island Senior Center is the proud new owner of a 2005 Toyota Prius. The vehicle was left to us as a legacy gift from Marilyn Anderson. After consideration as to whether to keep the vehicle as part of our fleet, the Operations Committee
Bestselling Author Weaves Spirituality, Science
Thursday January 19, 7 - 9 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall -- from Ben Browner -- Michael Dowd is a former pastor, bestselling author, and eco-theologian, whose work has been featured in many national & international publications. His great joy in life is sharing a science-based message of inspiration about
PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center Welcomes New Oncologist
-- from Lori Polevoi -- Robert Raish, MD, has joined PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center. Beginning Tuesday, January 17, he will be available one day per week, typically Mondays, to treat cancer patients on the island. Dr. Raish is board certified in internal medicine, medical oncology and hematology. He has
B.C. Government Gives a “Go” to Kinder Morgan Pipeline
-- from CBC News, British Columbia -- The B.C. government has given the green light to the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project, after reaching an "unprecedented" agreement with Kinder Morgan for up to $1 billion in investment over 20 years. "We always said that the five conditions were a path
NOAA Invites Input on Proposed Killer Whale Protection Zone
-- from Michael Milstein, NOAA Fisheries -- NOAA Fisheries is seeking public comments on a petition calling for a whale protection zone for highly endangered Southern Resident killer whales on the west side of Washington’s San Juan Island. The November 2016 petition from the Orca Relief Citizens’ Alliance, Center for Biological
Place Orders for Native Plants Before March 1
-- from Tanja Williamson -- It is time again for our Annual Native Plant Sale. Visit our website for a complete list of plants and descriptions. Fill out your order form (online or hard copy) and mark your calendar for Saturday, March 11. NOW is the time to think about
Downed Power Line Sparks Fire
-- by Lin McNulty -- [metaslider id=49456] A passer-by on Crescent Beach Road came across a small brush fire today at approximately 4:20 p.m., alerting a response from Orcas Island Fire & Rescue. Upon arrival, responding units found that the fire, on the beach side of the roadway, also involved a
Ouch! OIFR Responds to Rescue Deputy
-- from Marla Johns -- [metaslider id=49446] At approximately 8:20 p.m. on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 Orcas Island Fire and Rescue received a call to respond to a vehicle versus tree accident involving a San Juan County Sheriff’s Deputy just inside the Moran State Park entrance. A tree, measuring approximately
Learn to Grow Baby Lettuce, Greens in Your Garden
Wednesday, January 18, 10 a.m., Orcas Center -- from Vanessa Julian -- Is your new year resolution to get thin and/or eat healthier? Hosted by the Orcas Island Garden Club, Chris Benedict from Whatcom County Extension, Washington State University will be at the Orcas Center January 18 at 10 am
Navy Releases Additional Water Test Findings
-- from Mike Welding -- The following update is provided as part of the Navy's ongoing community drinking water testing for the emerging, national environmental issue of PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances). As of Jan. 6, 2017, the Navy has now received preliminary results for samples of all the wells it has
Stress? Digestion? Weight? There’s a Class For That
Tuesday, January 17, 5 - 6 p.m., Co-op Commons -- from Regina Zwilling -- Stress, Digestion and Weight by Regina Zwilling Tuesday January 17, 5 pm - 6 pm in the Co-op commons Free event Participants in this class will learn how chronic stress affects your digestive system, your overall
EDC Offers Workshop on Vision Mapping Strategies
Monday, January 30, 9 a.m. - noon, San Juan Island Library -- from Victoria Compton -- How do successful business owners and entrepreneurs achieve goals and take their businesses and ideas to the next level? Learn how to create a strategic vision map to bring ideas and dreams into reality and get
Beach-walkers Wanted for COASST Training
Saturday, January 28, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Katie Holmes -- The Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) will deliver two free training sessions: one focused on beached birds and one focused on marine debris. The Beached Bird training will be held in Eastsound, WA on
Two More Events Added Following Inauguration Day
-- from Caitlin Herlihy -- For those who don't feel called to "hit the streets": All Day "Music as Medicine" Activist Workshop (of Joanna Macy's "Work That ReConnects") $30-60 sliding scale (nobody turned away for lack of funds). Lunch & 8:30am optional yoga class included. Pre-register at www.backtolife.org Email ben@backtolife.org for discount tickets. January 21st 10am-5pm Orcasong
Breaking News | County’s Top Officials Affirm Existing Local Policies with Immigrants
-- from San Juan County Communications -- At the first meeting of the San Juan County Council in 2017, the County’s top law enforcement officers and the Council members talked about immigrants in the community without proper papers or who have overstayed their visa. Council Member Jamie Stephens kicked off
