Here’s a thought…
“There are two ways to slide easily through life: to believe everything or to doubt everything; both ways save us from thinking.”
ALFRED KORZYBSKI
Noise Victims Criticize Navy’s Response to Complaints
-- from Ken Pickard, Citizens of Ebey Reserve -- The Navy’s response to complaints of health harms caused by its EA-18G Growler jets has brought criticism and a challenge from noise victims on Whidbey Island. The Navy’s U.S. Fleet Forces Command responded after noise victims complained to the Washington State Board
Skagit County Honors Orcas Islander For His Service
PERSON OF INTEREST | An ongoing series from Orcas Issues -- by Lin McNulty -- If you were to commute to the mainland for your job, would you prefer a job with 48 hours a week, or one with only two days? Orcas Islander Dave Zoeller (AKA Z), has been doing both.
Ferry Advisory Meeting Draws Crowd of Nine
-- by Lin McNulty -- County Councilmember Rick Hughes and Ferry Advisory Committee Member Larry Vandermay hosted a public forum on Wednesday afternoon at Eastsound Fire Station with a throng of nine attendees in the audience. In an effort to be available and transparent and attentive, Hughes and Vandermay forged ahead in
Library Meeting to Discuss Construction Contract
Friday, June 17, 9 a.m., Orcas Library -- from Mary Pugh -- Orcas Library will hold a continuation of their regular June meeting on Friday, June 17 at 9 a.m. They will work to finish the agenda from Tuesday’s meeting, including the construction contract discussion.
Wine Dinner / Auction Supports Animal Protection Society
Thursday, June 23, 6 p.m., Outlook Inn Victorian Room -- from Rosemary Miller -- Orcas APS is holding its Annual Wine Dinner & Auction featuring wines by Patricia Green Cellars of Newport, OR and Lullaby Winery, Port Townsend, WA. Chef Steve Debaste of the New Leaf Café is preparing a bountiful dinner and
Calling All Island Writers for San Juan County Fair
Deadline: July 18 -- from Ashley King -- Do you enjoy writing poetry, short fiction, or creative nonfiction? How about writing for children, or writing about the Fair theme? Writers of all ages are welcome to submit original, unpublished works. While the limit of entries is 4 entries per person, your
Orcas Lions Serve with Mobility Equipment Program
-- from Didier Gincig -- The Mobility Equipment Program is a vital service offered in collaboration between the Orcas Island Lions Club and the Senior Center. The services offered help people feel safe, increase their mobility, and makes it easier to remain in their homes. Many of those who use
Larsen Introduces Amendment to Reduce Growler Noise
Research to Reduce Jet Noise Would Receive $2 Million Boost Under Larsen’s Provision -- from Douglas Wagoner -- Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) [Wednesday] announced that his amendment to boost funding for research to reduce jet noise by $2 million has been included in the annual military spending bill. The Navy
Sing for the Orcas Annual Event
Saturday, June 25 at Lime Kiln Point State Park, 7 p.m. -- from Katie Fleming, for Friends of the San Juans-- Orca passby on San Juan Island. Photo by Jenny Atkinson. Orca Sing is an annual event where people gather for an evening of music at Lime Kiln
Marc Hennemann to Run for U.S. House of Representatives
-- from BJ. Guillot for Marc4congress.com Marc Hennemann announced [earlier this spring] that he is a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in the Second Congressional District. Mr. Hennemann served in the U.S. Air Force as an intelligence analyst and, following his retirement from active duty, worked as a
Full Day of Activities, Dinner at Sail Orcas Fundraiser
Saturday, June 25, 4 - 8 p.m., OIYC Picnic Shelter -- from Michele Wiley -- SAIL ORCAS YOUTH SAILING FUNDRAISING DINNER Saturday June 25 at the OIYC Picnic Shelter 4:00-8:00 p.m. $35 per dinner (your choice-steak or salmon) $10 Youth dinner (hamburger or hotdog) Dinner includes salad, potato and dessert
Dump Your Hazardous Waste for Free
Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Orcas Recycling -- from San Juan County Public Works/Solid Waste -- What? The hazardous waste roundup collection event is our once-yearly opportunity to legally and responsibly dispose of poisonous, flammable, corrosive or other hazardous chemicals. Why? Proper disposal protects your health and
Win / Win: Market Bucks Supports Local Food
-- from San Juan County Communications -- San Juan County Health and Community Services has partnered with Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor, Orcas Island Community Foundation, the Lopez Locavores, and the Honeywell Foundation to offer Market Bucks at Farmers Markets on Orcas, Lopez, and San Juan Islands. The Market Bucks
OI Film Fest Announces Grant Winners
-- from Shannon Borg -- Three films featuring the San Juan Islands will be screened at the 3rd annual Orcas Island Film Festival, October 7 – 10. The Orcas Island Film Festival announces three winning scripts to be produced this summer, exploring the San Juan Archipelago and using it as
Editorial | Turning Helplessness Into Action
-- by Lin McNulty -- Merely waiting for this latest horror to pass is just not enough. In the aftermath of the mass shooting in Orlando, Florida our hearts and minds want to reach out, to make sense of this and all the other recent incidents involving the taking of innocent lives. Yet,
Funhouse Commons Outlines Summer Schedule
-- from Emilie Gincig, After School Program Director, Funhouse Commons -- Summer Camp | June 20-August 26 Our summer day camp program is quickly filling up. If you are interested in having your child be at the Funhouse this summer, please register them as soon as you can. This summer's themes are:
