Here’s a thought…
“America is and always has been an argument — it’s an experiment.”
DAVID W. BLIGHT
Larsen Invites Constituents to Attend the 2017 Presidential Inauguration
-- from Rep. Rick Larsen -- Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) is inviting his constituents to apply for tickets to attend the 2017 Presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C. “The Presidential inauguration is an unforgettable and historic event,” said Larsen, “and I am thrilled to have an opportunity to share the experience
Council Sets Public Hearing for Deer Harbor Hamlet Plan
Tuesday, November 8, 9:15 a.m., County Council Chambers -- from Colin Maycock -- The San Juan County Council turned their attention to the proposed Deer Harbor Hamlet Plan update [Tuesday, October 25]. The Council decided to hold a public hearing to take comments and consider the proposed amendments to the
Water, Water Everywhere … Enough for Us to Drink?
Monday, November 14, Noon, Friday Harbor Library -- from Jody Schmidt -- Is there enough fresh water in the San Juan Islands to support future growth? How can we preserve water resources? What is the potential for catchment and desalination? These questions are among those to be explored at a public
Odd Fellows’ Volunteerism Sparks Gratitude
-- from Kathryn Hansen -- San Juan County Parks sends a huge thank you to Odd Fellows members Fred Klein, Robin Kucklick, David Turnoy, Eric Morris, and Larry Paluzzi for their work restoring the Village Green grass. Fred and Robin organized the project, taking advantage of a stretch of good weather after
Senior Center Festival of Arts Will Kick Off Holidays
Saturday, November 26, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Senior Center -- from Arron Redford -- Aaron Redfield, left, and Jami Mitchell greet visitors to the 2015 Holiday Festival of the Arts The Operations Committee of the Orcas Island Senior Center invites you to participate in our annual Holiday
Orcas Odds Know How to do Halloween
-- by Lin McNulty, with Jay Kimball -- [metaslider id=47795] The Orcas Odd Fellows Hall was the venue for all things Halloween on Monday night, as a crowd of approximately 250 people gathered to celebrate. It was a beautiful night and an island-style party. Once the rain had stopped, there was a
Letter to Editor | Jarman a Competent Commissioner
-- from Keith Busha & Susan Williams -- Our family has known Bob Jarman for 35 + years and have always known him to be a thoughtful, honorable, hardworking and trustworthy man. At the beginning of his first term he dove into his new job with curiosity and enthusiasm and
EDC Gives Free Workshop on LinkedIn for Career Development
Tuesday, Nov. 8 from 1-2:00 p.m. at the San Juan Island Library -- from Victoria Compton, Director, Economic Development Council (EDC)-- Many people have joined LinkedIn, but how can it be used for career enhancement and to generate business? Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE
Elevate the Vote: Gather with Community at Emmanuel Parish Hall
Tuesday, Nov. 8 from 3-4 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall --from Father Berto Gandara -- We will gather for an hour of meditation at the parish hall of Emmanuel Episcopal Church on Orcas Island on Election Day. No particular style of meditation is encouraged. Just join us in silence with
Klahowya Out for Repairs
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Update Oct. 31 at 7:30 p.m. The 7:30pm Lopez, 7:50pm Shaw, 8:05pm Orcas and 8:45pm Friday Harbor inter-island sailings have been diverted to the Elwha. Expect some slight delays. We apologize for any inconvenience. October 31 at 6:30 p.m. The Klahowya is out of
Letter to Editor | Return Hughes to Council
-- from John W. (Wally) Barrow -- I urge the voters to return Rick Hughes to his position on the county council. Rick is an effective advocate for the citizens of San Juan County. He is an experienced business man with the necessary to manage the many facets of county
Letter to Editor | Teagan Hudson Said It All
-- from Jim Knych -- I just read Teagan Hudson’s (Bob Jarman’s granddaughter) letter in support of Bob’s candidacy for councilman. I voted for Bob when he ran for his first term and I have already voted to re-elect Bob this time around. “THANK YOU,” Teagan, for making me feel
Cha Cha Classes for November
Monday, November 7, 7 - 9 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- Local instructors are again offering their community dance class on Monday, November 7 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall. We will be teaching Cha Cha. Instruction will begin promptly at 7
Letter to Editor | Rick Hughes for County Council
-- from Brian Wiese -- I’ve gotten to know Rick Hughes over the past couple of years, mainly as Council liaison to the Land Bank Commission. But it seems like every community meeting I attend, Rick is there; so I’ve had opportunities to talk with him on a range of
Flotsam & Jetsam | Zip From Lummi?
— a semi-regular humor column by Maurice Austin — When I first heard that a company named Zipline had aired a proposal to deliver medical supplies to San Juan County via Lummi Island, I wondered how a zipline could span such a stretch. Must take some creative engineering to stretch
Speece, Crock, Funk to Play Random Howse
Saturday, November 5, 7 p.m., Random Howse -- from Mike Speece -- November 5 at 7 p.m., Melody Funk, Mike Speece, and Jo Crock will be playing and singing some of our favorite old country tunes. We will cover several artists, from Patsy Cline to Hank Williams, and everything in
