Here’s a thought…
“We must believe in luck. For how else can we explain the success of those we don’t like?”
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
Sheriff’s Report | August 17 – 23, 2016
August 17, 2016 16-006059 Accident-HitRun 07:46:01 08/17/16 Deputies responded to a hit and run in Eastsound. When deputies arrived it was determined there was minimal property damage to property and were unable to locate the responsible person. A report was completed. 16-006061 Domestic Dispute or Assault 08:41:13 08/17/16 Deputies responded
OMC / Island Hospital Contract for Patient Care to Expire in December
-- by Lin McNulty -- With the contract to maintain patient services at Orcas Medical Center (OMC) set to expire on December 31, 2016, Orcas Medical Foundation Board (OMF) and Island Hospital have been in negotiations for close to a year. These negotiations continued this week in a closed-door Executive Session on
OIFR Rescues Dog That Fell Over Cliff
-- from Bryce Hamilton, OIFR - Today, August 27, 2016 at 6:12 a.m., Orcas Island Fire and Rescue (OIFR) received a 911 call of a missing dog over a cliff on the NW shoreline of Orcas Island. Within a few minutes initial responders arrived on scene. The owners explained that
Celebrate Return of Salmon With Salmon BBQ
Saturday, September 3, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., RSVP Required -- from Daniel Poppe -- The Salmon Homecoming, sponsored by Long Live the Kings and Nootka Marine Adventures, celebrates the return of Chinook to the Glenwood Springs Salmon Hatchery. Join us for a salmon and pizza cookout with local wine,
Orcas EMS Personnel Respond to Sucia Island
-- from Orcas Island Fire & Rescue -- The U.S. Coast Guard, Orcas Island Fire and Rescue, San Juan County Sheriff Office, and Outer Island Excursions responded to an emergency call at Sucia Island at 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 25, 2016. There was an incident on the island with an
Response from Orcas Island Fire and Rescue District
-- from Acting Chief Scott Williams and representatives of San Juan County Fire District #2 -- We are responding to comments from community members to recent news (see orcasissues.com/coffin-resigns-fire-commission-dicaprio-appointed/) regarding the Fire District. We appreciate that several people took the time to offer their viewpoints. 1. Facilities Maintenance Contract: The
School Music Program Supporters Have Their Say at Board Meeting
-- by Margie Doyle -- Members of the community spoke of the need and benefits of an adequate classroom to accommodate the growing School Strings Music Program, at the regular Orcas Island School District (OISD) board meeting on Thursday, Aug. 25. Before nearly a dozen people made their comments, School
