Here’s a thought…
“Whether or not a massive ballroom should be constructed is for Congress to decide and is not a matter for Executive self-help.”
UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS
Motorcycles and Ferries: Anacortes Oyster Run This Weekend
-- from Washington State Ferries -- The Annual Oyster Run motorcycle rally occurs this Sunday, September 25 in Anacortes. Motorists can expect large volumes of motorcycles and loading delays throughout the weekend. In Anacortes, Friday Harbor, and Orcas Island, motorcyclists are strongly encouraged to make reservations to ensure space on
Notice of OPALCO Board Special Meeting
Thursday, September 29, 8:30 a.m., OPALCO Eastsound Office -- from Suzanne Olson -- OPALCO is holding a special board meeting to discuss the changes to the election process that were proposed by the Member Review Committee on Thursday, September 29 at 8:30 a.m. in OPALCO’s Eastsound Office (183 Mt. Baker Road)
Fire Commissioners Deliberate Appointee and Increased Number of Commissioners
-- by Margie Doyle -- Members of the public clearly expressed their support for additional Fire Commissioners at the regular meeting of the Orcas Fire and Rescue District commissioners on Monday, Sept. 19. They also expressed their gratitude and admiration for the candidates who had stepped forward to fill that
Ferry Alert: Two Sailings Tonight to be Delayed
-- from Washington State Ferries (WSF) -- Please be advised that tonight, September 20, the M/V Yakima will tie up early for a repair to the coolant system in the ship’s service generator. While no sailings will be canceled, this means that the 8:25 p.m. departure from Anacortes will leave
New Trial Ordered for Convicted OHS Teacher
-- by Lin McNulty -- Orcas High School teacher Gerald Grellet-Tinner, convicted in June of Sexual Misconduct following a report of sexual relations with a student, has been released from jail pending a new trial to be held in December 2016. The ruling was issued today by Judge Donald Eaton
Letter to Editor | Evaluate Elements of Proposed Bond on their Separate Merits
--from Miriam Ziegler-- This letter is in response to Peg Manning’s comment following Martha Farish’s excellent “Guest Opinion: Broad Public Input Needed in School’s Bond Discussion,” published 9/19/16. I cannot address Peg’s question about construction costs of the track and the anticipated maintenance costs. What I do have is information
Fire Risk Status Now “Low”
Fire Risk Status "LOW," Burn Permits set to begin October 3rd -- from Robert Low, SJC Fire Marshal -- Due to current fuel conditions and the long range weather forecast, San Juan County has reduced the fire risk status to “LOW." However, burn permits will not be issued until October
Letter to Editor | Did You Get Our Mis-directed Mail?
-- from Antoinette Botsford for Shinola Jewelry -- UPDATE 2:15, September 21: It was discovered. Within the post office building, if not the post office itself. Thanks for caring. Love, AB A small package directed to Shinola Jewelry has been lost. The key to that locker was put in someone
Senior Center Presents Ukulele Classes with Carolyn Cruso
Tuesdays, October 4 through November 1, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m., Senior Center -- from Carolyn Cruso -- The Orcas Senior Center presents Ukulele Classes with Carolyn Cruso, Tuesdays,October 4 through November 1, from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. $25 for members and $75 for non-members. The class will culminate in a
Whidbey Naval Air Station Rescues Five in Olympic Mountains
-- from Mike Welding, Public Affairs Officer -- A Search and Rescue (SAR) team of five from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island conducted a rescue mission near the High Steel Bridge in the Olympic Mountain Range on Thursday, 15 September, 2016. The SAR alert crew received a call on
An Introductory EFT Workshop
Monday, September 26, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., Orcas Senior Center -- from Arron Redford -- On Monday, September 26 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., the Orcas Senior Center will be host an introductory EFT workshop (Emotional Freedom Technique) presented by Nancy Southern, MSW. Nancy is an EFT practitioner
Guest Opinion: Broad Public Input Needed in School’s Bond Discussion
-- by Martha Farish -- The issue [of the School's Phase III bond proposal] needs broad public input. Everyone involved is trying to do the “right” thing. A historical note: before Orcas Park and Rec was formed the school board took on responsibility for (donated) Buck Park largely because they
U.S. Rep Challenger Henneman to Debate Green Party’s Vega
Saturday Sept. 24th at 5 p.m. in Everett --from the office of Marc Hennemann -- Marc Hennemann, [Republican challenger to U.S. Congressional Representative Rick Larsen], will debate Green Party Write-in Candidate Tyler Vega on Saturday Sept. 24. "Bring It On", says Hennemann, to the congressional race surprise entrant. Tyler Vega
Locally Produced Memoir Up For PNW Literary Award: Reading at Darvills
Thursday, September 22, 6 p.m., Darvills -- from Matt C. Khachadoorian -- Inland Waters Press in Olga just published a non-fiction book set in the Pacific Northwest and the San Juan Islands. Tranquility: A memoir of an American sailor, came out in June of this year and it was immediately nominated for
No Eastbound Reservations Until 10:05 p.m.
-- from Washington State Ferries -- For Sunday, Sept. 18, vehicle reservations are only available for the 10:05pm departure from Orcas to Anacortes. Reservation status is subject to change because of last-minute cancellations or changes made to existing reservations, so check back at: www.takeaferry.com up to two hours prior to
Orcas Medical Foundation in Talks with UW Neighborhood Clinics
-- from Ed Wilson -- Orcas Medical Foundation (OMF) has announced that it is now in negotiations with UW (University of Washington) Neighborhood Clinics, following an announcement by Island Hospital that it would not extend its contract to manage Orcas Medical Center, effective December 31, 2016. “We’re very optimistic about
