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
NAS Whidbey Island SAR Rescues Hikers on Olympic Peninsula
-- from Mike Welding -- A Search and Rescue (SAR) team of five from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island conducted a rescue mission at 3,500 feet on Mt. Ellinor in the Olympic Mountain Range in Washington on Saturday, August 27, 2016. SAR also conducted a rescue on Thursday, August
Be a Good Sport. Volunteer with Park & Rec
-- from Kim Ihlenfeldt -- Park and Rec is looking for volunteers to support our fall community programs. We are especially in need of soccer coaches, which include two weekly after-school practices and games on Saturday mornings. We will provide coaching assistance and training for you so no experience is necessary.
Save the Date for This Birthday Bash
Tickets Available Noon - 3 p.m., Island Market -- from Linda Peth -- Save the date. Saturday September 24 Carl Burger and David Roseberry invite you to celebrate their Birthdays “0-70 at the Speed of Life” at the Orcas Island Grange. Festivities begin at 6pm with food, beverage and lively
Allegations Against Elementary Teacher Resolved
-- from Eric Webb, Superintendent, Orcas Island School District -- The district utilized the law firm of Patterson Buchanan Fobes & Leitch Inc. and an outside investigator to conduct a thorough and extensive investigation into the alleged allegations involving the [elemenatry grade] teacher. The teacher in question was placed on
Gov. Inslee to Meet with County Council on San Juan Island
-- from Ingrid Gabriel, County Council Clerk-- Notice of the SJC Council Attending a Public Meeting Members of the San Juan County Council will be attending a meeting with Governor Jay Inslee on Saturday, September 3rd beginning at approximately 9 a.m. at the Mt. Grant Land Bank property, San Juan
Learn to Dance the East Coast Swing
Monday, September 5, 7 - 9 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- Local instructors are again offering their community dance class on Monday, September 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall. We will be teaching East Coast Swing. Instruction will being promptly at
Fire Commissioners Acknowledge Improper Procedure
-- from Barbara G. Bedell, Chair, Board of Fire Commissioners -- The Board of Fire Commissioners, in reviewing the August 22 special meeting and the subsequent public discussions, admits that the procedures to accept the resignation of Commissioner Jim Coffin and the appointment of Tamara DiCaprio to fill his position were not
Fire Risk Status “HIGH” – Only Recreational Fires Allowed
-- from Robert Low, SJC Fire Marshal -- Due to current fuel conditions and the long range weather forecast, San Juan County has changed its fire risk status from “EXTREME” to “HIGH. This will limit burning to recreational fires only.
Flotsam & Jetsam | The Joys of Boating
— a semi-regular humor column by Maurice Austin — There are few things in life as enjoyable as boat ownership. Between the keel and the tip of the VHF antennae, such an abundance of learning opportunities, each pricier than the next! Last year, after cutting off and replacing the rusted
Superintendent Looks Forward to New School Year
-- from Superintendent Eric Webb -- Fall is in the air, and September is rapidly approaching. I love September……….. the first day of school is on the horizon, and the learning and fun will once again commence. Looking Ahead 2016-17 Professional Learning Communities will continue to be a primary focus
Deer Harbor Bridge Construction Update
-- from John A. Van Lund -- The top photo shows the existing wood bridge in front of the newly constructed temporary vehicle and pedestrian bridges. The bottom left and right photos show the temporary bridge structures from the west and east banks, respectively. Pedestrians will use the smaller
The Wooden Boat Rendezvous Comes to Deer Harbor
-- from Steve McKenna -- The 2016 Deer Harbor Wooden Boat Rendezvous will happen this year from Monday September 5th to Wednesday September 7th. Most activities including the sailboat race (about noon), rowing race (4PM) and Salmon dinner (4-8 PM) are on Tuesday. The dinner venue is changing this year
Win a Photo Safari for Two
Saturday, September 3, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Village Green -- from Pegi Groundwater -- One of the fabulous items to be auctioned off September 3rd at this year’s Orcas Island Historical Museums’ annual auction is a South Africa Photo Safari for 2. The lucky winner will be a guest
Matthew Laslo Shares Magic on National TV
-- by Margie Doyle -- Can't Fool Us! We know Orcas' Matthew Laslo is already a legendary magician! Matthew the Magician is hooked -- on magic. And this 16-year-old kid has incorporated lessons in physics, psychology, math, communication, scheduling, and strategizing as his career continues on an amazing
Frank Loudin Art Sale
-- from Jan and Frank Loudin -- Frank Loudin's "Art and Garage Sale" will take place on Saturday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be some classic antiques and collectibles! and GREAT art prices, one time only! Treasures from the collection of Jim Sankey and Ken
Come Celebrate 50 Years (Yep) of Star Trek
Friday - Sunday, September 2 - 4, 8 p.m., Sea View Theatre -- from Karen Key Speck -- Speck Trek Display at Sea View Theatre What were you doing in 1966? Perhaps enjoying Star Trek on television. Since Gene Roddenberry created Star Trek, the show has become an American cultural
