Here’s a thought…
“ There is one tradition in America I am proud to inherit. It is our first freedom and the truest expression of our Americanism: the ability to dissent without fear. It is our right to utter the words, “I disagree.” We must feel at liberty to speak those words to our neighbors, our clergy, our educators, our news media, our lawmakers and, above all, to the one among us we elect president.”
NATALIE MERCHANT
Island Singers Invited to Sing in Gospel Music Weekend
-- from Meredith Griffith -- All Island singers are invited to come take part in a weekend gospel choir on July 29 and 30 under the direction of gospel/jazz vocalist, composer, conductor and pianist Stephen Newby. Gospel music is music of the spirit. It transcends religion and speaks to our
In Memoriam | Virginia Jensen
-- from Pegi Groundwater -- Dear Orcas Island Museums Family and Community I am writing this letter to all of you with deep sadness to inform you that Virginia Jensen, long time Museum volunteer, Orcas Islander and our most experienced volunteer historian passed away July 8th. She was undergoing chemotherapy
Sheriff’s Report | July 6 – 12, 2016
July 6, 2016 16-004621 Alarm 00:35:54 07/06/16 A Deputy responded to a Lopez Island residence after an alarm company reported an entry alarm at the location. It was determined that no crime had occurred and a report was completed. 16-004623 Fraud 08:16:08 07/06/16 An Orcas Island woman reported fraudulent use
Hands-On Forestry in San Juan Woodlands
Saturday, July 30, 2016, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Thornbush Farm, Friday Harbor -- from Cailin Mackenzie, Northwest Natural Resource Group -- Managing small forests for the do-it-yourselfer Many San Juan forests are overstocked and need ecologically-based thinning to be their healthiest. Join us for a walk in the woods and learn
Are You Getting the 5 p.m. Headlines?
-- by Margie Doyle -- Dear Readers, As most of you know, as of July 16, we are now sending out the "Headlines" via email to all those who have subscribed with payment to Orcas Issues either through the PayPal "Subscribe" button at the top left-hand side of the site,
Deer Harbor Bridge Construction Starts Monday
-- from John A. Van Lund, Public Works -- At long last construction of the Deer Harbor Bridge Replacement will begin on Monday, July 18, 2016. We anticipate construction to be complete by December 2016. Initially, RAZZ Construction, Inc. expects to work five days a week, Monday - Friday, because crews will
Robots Are Coming to Orcas
Monday, July 25, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., Funhouse Commons -- from Rebecca DeMeritt -- Orcas Island High School student, Sandy Rost, will be running the program. Kids, ages 9-14, are invited to join. Adults with robotics experience or interest are invited to participate and help out. Join the fun and learn STEM related skills. This
Inter-island Klahowya Back in Service
-- from Washington State Ferries -- [UPDATE] At 10 p.m. on Friday, July 15, WSF announced that necessary vessel repairs were made to the Klahowya and it would return to service with the 11 p.m. sailing from Anacortes to Lopez, Orcas and Friday Harbor. [Friday, July 15 at 2 p.m.]
Fire Commission Meeting Cancelled for July: No Quorum
-- from Pat Ayers -- The Regular Board of Fire Commissioners (BOFC) Meeting for July 18, 2016 has been cancelled due to a lack of a quorum for this meeting. The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, August 15, 2016 at 5:30 pm in the Public Meeting Room of the Eastsound
Influencing the Future of Eastsound
-- from Jim Jonassen-- The process for updating the county’s comprehensive plan has begun and will unfold over the next eighteen months. Things missing from the Eastsound Urban Growth Area in the existing plan include parking and traffic plans and anything significant about a vision for the future. Out of
Peace Island Medical Offers No-cost Well-child Checks and Sports Physicals
Wednesday, August 10 and Thursday, August 11 -- from Lori Polevoi -- PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center to offer no-cost well-child checks and sports physicals to school-aged children To ensure students get a healthy start to their school year, PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center is offering no-cost immunizations, well-child checks and sports physicals on an
Fire the Animal Returning to Orcas
Thursday, July 21, 9 - 11 p.m., Random Howse -- from April Duke -- Orcas Island native Brian Duke returns to Random Howse with his band mates in Fire the Animal, Thursday, July 21. Brian moved to LA, CA in September of 2009 to attend Musician’s Institute. After a year there
JP and the OK Rhythm Boys at Village Green
Sunday, July 24, 5-7 p.m., Village Green -- from Anita Orne -- Ahhh, summer...time for picnics on the lawn, music in the park, JP and the OK Rhythm Boys on the stage...what could be better? Bring your picnic dinner, your sun hat (we hope you'll need it!) and your friends
Eastsound Planners Discuss Vision and Details
-- by Margie Doyle and Madeleine Treneer, updated July 16 at 4 p.m. -- The bulk of the Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC) monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 12, was spent on refining the allowable uses in the tables of the Eastsound Subarea Plan update, approved by the County last
Letter to Editor | Art Auction Expression of Gratitude
-- from Didier Gincig -- The Art Auction at the Senior Center was a success! It was a terrific evening of honoring art, food, friends, and community. We would like to thank all the generous artists and donors who contributed the many beautiful art pieces that will now adorn many
Home Brew Cider & Mead Brewers – Get Ready
-- from Madie Murray -- Custom Festival Orcas Island Growlers waiting to be glazed then capped and beautifully finished. Ready to be won! It’s just about time to see if the home brewed ciders and meads you've been pampering for weeks, months or even years will make the cut
