Here’s a thought…
“America is and always has been an argument — it’s an experiment.”
DAVID W. BLIGHT
Guest Opinion | Nine Reasons to Support UW Neighborhood Clinics
-- from Alison Shaw -- I worked at OMC as its Clinic Manager from 2008 to 2015, which included the transition to working with Island Hospital. Before that, I worked at the UW for 17 years as a Research Administrator in Medicine. With these insights, I urge all Orcasians to
“Celtic Christmas” Concert Coming to Community Church
Friday & Saturday, December 2 & 3, 7 p.m., Orcas Island Community Church -- from Meredith Griffith -- The community is once again invited to attend our annual "Celtic Christmas" concert at Orcas Island Community Church, held on December 2 and 3 at 7 p.m. The concert will feature the
Vege Potluck and Movie
Sunday, December 4, 6 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Lydia Miller -- This monthly gathering celebrates compassionate, healthy and sustainable plant-based lifestyle. Join in on the lively conversation, get inspired, learn something new, come home with recipes, and enjoy yummy food. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether veg curious,
Deer Harbor Bridge Update
-- from John Van Lund -- Work this coming week includes: Placing channel rock requiring some night work Removing cofferdam sheet piling Removing formwork for wingwall concrete placed this past Wednesday HEADS UP NOTIFICATION DECEMBER GIRDER DELIVERY & PLACEMENT: There are seven 46 ton girders to be delivered from Tacoma
Health Insurance Q&A Back by Popular Demand
Thursday, December 1, 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., 376 -- from Michele Wiley -- Please join Michele Wiley, owner/agent at Madrona Point Insurance and Harald Schot, health broker, for an informative Q&A session about the upcoming changes to health plan offerings in San Juan County at 376, 596 Main
In Memoriam | Judy Ann Wallace
-- from family of Judy Wallace -- Judy Ann Wallace - wife, mother, friend, and resident sleuth - passed away at her home on Orcas Island on November 22, 2016. Born in Everett, Washington she was the first of two children born to Kenneth Ward and Ruth (Bergan) Ward. Judy
Guest Opinion | OMF is Looking to the Future for All on Orcas
– from Orcas Medical Foundation – For 60 years, Orcas Medical Foundation (OMF) has been dedicated to serving the medical needs of all on Orcas Island. We have always sought the best possible medical care available. Our Orcas Medical Center staff has been there for patients and non-patients alike, during
Friends of Library Spotlights 55th Annual Holiday Tea
Saturday, December 3, noon - 3 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Sandra Wilson -- Saturday, December 3, from noon to 3 is the 55th year that the Friends of the Library have thanked our Orcas community for their support and participation with a Holiday Tea. No tea bag in a Styrofoam
Guest Opinion | Deja Vu…All Over Again
-- from Ken Speck -- Orcas Island residents are in a quandary about medical care again. This time the University of Washington – UW Clinics thinks they can solve the problem and absorb huge indebtedness. It has been stated they need to have $750,000 to proceed and another $300,000 per
Sheriff’s Report | November 16 – 22, 2016
November 16, 2016 16-008646 Found Property 10:10:00 11/16/16 A wallet was turned in to dispatch. It was found while Town of FH crew was on Larson St. 16-008617 Vehicle Prowl 11:22:42 11/16/16 A Friday Harbor resident reported items stolen from her vehicle as it was parked near her residence. There
Guest Editorial: Pipeline Project Poses Major Threat to San Juan Region
--by Fred Felleman and Jamie Stephens, originally published in Crosscut.com -- Photo courtesy of Bureau of Land Management There is a dichotomy that defines the Salish Sea, the network of waterways that includes Puget Sound, the San Juan region, and southwestern British Columbia. These deep, protected waters serve
Annual Village Green Tree Lighting Next Friday
Friday, December 2, 3:45 - 5 p.m., Village Green -- from Lance Evans -- It’s that time of year again when the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce and the community bring the Christmas Tree to life at the Village Green. It’s all happening this Friday, December 2 (3:45 pm – 5
School Board Passes Resolution for $8M Bond Levy
-- from Orcas Island School Board-- At a Special Board Meeting on Tuesday, Nov 22, the Orcas Island School Board passed a resolution to place an $8 million school bond proposition on the Feb. 2017 ballot. Until the resolution passed, there was no bond offering. Now that there is, we’d
Local Midwife Announces Retirement After 38 Years
-- from Melinda Milligan -- Melinda Milligan, Certified Nurse-Midwife, announces her retirement and the closing of her practice as of December 31, 2016. She will be available to see patients through the month of December. Feel free to contact her regarding referrals or transfer of records at 360-376-4267. It has
Join The Gallery for a Holiday Party
Friday, December 2, 2:30 - 5 p.m., The Gallery -- from Kathy Youngren -- The Gallery is hosting a holiday party on Friday, December 2 from 2:30 to 5 p.m., featuring many new pieces of original local art for sale. Gift certificates are available along with special prices during the party of
Co-op, Exchange Host Film, “Consumed”
Monday, November 28, 5:30 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Regina Zwilling -- Consumerism has become the cornerstone of the post-industrial age. Yet how much do we know about it and what it is doing to us? Join Orcas Food Co-op and The Exchange for the next in our series of
