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
Need a Will? There’s Still a Way
Monday, August 8, 1-3 p.m., Senior Center -- from Arron Redford -- Hilary Walker Last month’s workshop filled up fast, and we are happy to offer this additional opportunity to anybody that missed out. Join us for a hands-on tutorial for step by step instructions in filling out
Positive Coaching Alliance to Offer Training
Friday - Saturday, August 12 - 13, OHS Upper Field -- from Justin Paulsen -- The Orcas Island Booster Club, along with our partners at Orcas Island Park and Rec and Orcas Island School District Athletic Department is pleased to announce the start of our second year working with the
How San Juan County Voted in Statewide Primary
August 2, 2016 Primary Last updated on 08/03/2016 7:57 AM Number of Precincts 19 Number of Registered Voters 12,379 Total Ballots Counted 3,546 Estimated Ballots Left to Count Next Ballot Count On 08/03/2016 5:00 PM Last Tabulated 08/03/2016 7:57 AM Voter Turnout 28.65% Certification Date 08/16/2016 Export Results CSV ·
Olympic Cauldron Designed by Orcas Artist
-- from Holly Petitjean -- Orcas Island kinetic sculptor Anthony Howe On Friday, August 5, more than 78,000 Olympic athletes, spectators and dignitaries from around the world will fill Rio de Janeiro’s famed Maracanã Stadium to celebrate the start of the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics. As the Opening Ceremonies
Get Energy Efficiency Rebates While Sun Shines
-- from Suzanne Olson -- Summer is a great time to take on efficiency projects and rebates for appliances (heat pump water heaters, clothes washers) and heat pumps (ductless and ducted) are still available. Rebate funding is expected to run out by September and additional funding may not be available
Rep. Rick Larsen Wins WA-02 Primary
-- from Melissa Schwartz -- Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) issued the following statement tonight after winning the primary for Washington’s 2nd congressional district: “I want to thank the voters of the 2nd District for putting their faith in me. Our team helped to make nearly 2,500 calls and knock on more
EPRC Agenda for Thursday Meeting
Thursday, August 4, 3 - 5 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Greg Ayers -- Regular Meeting Eastsound Planning & Review Committee (EPRC) August 4, 2016 3:00 – 5:00 PM Welcome and Introductions Additions or Modifications to the Agenda Minutes None Public Comment #1 Main Topic #1 (45 Minutes) Subarea
Parks, Trails & Natural Areas Plan – 2016 Plan Update
-- from San Juan County Communications -- The Parks, Trails and Natural Areas Plan (PTNA) provides direction for the development, management and acquisition of parks, trails, non-motorized transportation facilities, and natural areas for the Parks & Fair Department, Land Bank, and Public Works Departments of the County. New with this
Doe Bay Open Mic Sponsors Forest School
OPEN MIC NIGHT @ THE DOE BAY CAFÉ (Thursday Evenings - Sponsoring O.I. Forest School in August) Join island visitors and residents to share music, spoken word, and other performances on the night when we come together in that ancient ritual of community and communion. The Café is open from 5-10
Auditor Talks About the Primary Process
The eighth in a series of articles about elections in Washington State by San Juan County Auditor F. Milene Henley. The County Auditor administers elections and voter registration in the County. (View first article HERE. View second article HERE. View third article HERE. View fourth article HERE. View fifth article HERE. View
Ferries’ Chief to Meet with San Juan County Residents
Tuesday, August 9, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Orcas Senior Center -- from Washington State Ferries -- Washington State Ferries Assistant Secretary Lynne Griffith will travel to the San Juan Islands for three days beginning Tuesday, August 9, to meet with local officials and the public. At a series of four community
Drop Out Hosts Wednesday Workshops
-- from Jennifer Brennock -- Drop Out will hold a workshop for writers every Wednesday in August, 4-6 pm with a potluck salon to follow into the evening. There will be a specific craft topic each session, examples from contemporary lit, a prompted freewrite, discussion, sharing, and facilitated feedback. Each
School Board Adopts 2016-17 Budget
-- by Margie Doyle, updated August 2 at 3:45 p.m. -- At the July 28 meeting of the Orcas Island School District (OISD) Board, the main order of business was to approve and adopt the budget for the 2016-17 fiscal year. That budget is set at a General Fund appropriation
Entertainment Preview for County Fair
San Juan County Fair, August 17 - 20, County Fairgrounds -- from Ashley King -- This year’s headline entertainment will be one for the books. Sponsored by King’s Market, the Main Stage comes to life this year at the Fair August 17-20. The Fair is excited to have local talent
And the Survey Says…
Survey closes August 5 -- from Ashley King -- Remember the iconic game show Family Feud? We have our own new and revised version this year at the San Juan County Fair—Yep -- "FAIR" FEUD! Take a look at the Fair’s website: sjcfair.org and put YOUR two cents in on
OIYCC Eliminates Yellow Archangel, Saves Trees For Dog Park
-- from Izabela Janecek -- The Orcas Island Youth Conservation Corps started off an exciting week with a trip to Bonnie Brae, a OPAL community in Eastsound. The purpose of our visit was to eliminate the noxious weed Yellow Archangel which resided in the back of the residential area. The infestation started
