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“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”.”
NATALIE MERCHANT
Larsen Working To Address Jet Noise Concerns
-- from the office of Rep. Rick Larsen -- Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, pushed successfully [this week] to advance an initiative that will improve pilot safety and ease training through automation, part of his ongoing efforts to address community concerns about jet noise out of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island
April Poetry | Leif
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate and highlight our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to again offer daily poetry during April. New Year’s Resolution -- Leif - Yesterday we were friends Yesterday. today we pretend it never was yesterday but our
High School Musicians Present Last Concert of the Year
Thursday, May 5, 7 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Kristen Wilson -- “Music in our schools develops character like no other class can,” says Orcas High School Band player Jo Gudgell. “Music teaches us academic motivation, discipline, appreciation, passion and respect. It has taught me, more than anything else, to overcome
Kaleidoscope Bingo on Cinco de Mayo
-- from Kaleidoscope Childcare Center -- Come enjoy some family-friendly BINGO on Thursday, May 5th at the American Legion Hall. This month, we have some additional prizes and will feature a Taco Salad bar in celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Food will be served at 5pm and cost $15 adults
OPALCO Annual Membership Meeting on Ferry
Saturday, April 30 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Get onboard! OPALCO is all about membership in the cooperative, and nothing better shows that than the Annual Meeting aboard a Washington State Ferry. To determine your ferry loading time. If you are traveling to and from Orcas Island – Ferry
Aromatherapy for Fido and Felix: A “Make and Take” Class
May 12th, 9:30-11 a.m. -- by Stacy Romillah -- We all want our pets to feel the best that can, and when they suffer, we suffer! Essential Oils are a potent natural medicine we can use to safely improve the quality of life for our furry family members. Here’s what
Guest Column: Let’s Talk Tourism
-- by Barbara Marrett for the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau -- The first week in May is National Travel & Tourism Week, created to champion the power of travel to enhance communities across the country by contributing to the local economy and overall quality of life. In the past,
Fire and Rescue District States Policy re: Chief Investigation
-- from Marla Johns, Public Information Officer for the Orcas Fire and Rescue District -- The results of an internal review of former Chief Miklos Preysz, performed by Consultants from Bellingham Mediation and Consulting group, were recently released to the public following a public records request. It is not the
OPAL Recaps Busy Year, Honors Lisa Byers at Annual Meeting
-- by Judy Whiting for OPAL Community Land Trust -- Celebrating Lisa Byers’ 20th year as OPAL’s executive director are (left to right) OPAL co-founder and trustee Penny Sharp Sky, Lisa Byers, returning trustee Helen Bee, and newly elected trustee Ann Bertino. Following a recap of OPAL Community
Give Where You Live!
-- from Hilary Canty, Executive Director, Orcas Island Community Foundation-- The Annual Community Grants Program has gone live and is available on-line. Go to www.giveorcas.org to view the 24 proposals vetted and approved by the Orcas Island Community Foundation Grant Committee. There is a full range of opportunities supporting the
Woof Woof Moo Meow: or File Now for Mayor of Eastsound
Call for entries -- from Susan Anderson, Director Children's House -- Children’s House is seeking one or two more candidates and sponsors for Honorary Mayor of Eastsound. The race -- featuring five local pets -- is an annual “fun”raiser benefiting the school’s toddler and preschool program. The race is all
April Poetry | Lin McNulty
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate and highlight our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to again offer daily poetry during April. All that it can be... -- Lin McNulty -- It’s your name that rides my breath. That single, solitary syllable
Come to the Montessori Garden Party
-- from Teresa Chocano for Orcas Montessori School, updated April 28 at 8 p.m. -- You want to come... the kids want you to come... so COME to the Orcas Montessori School Garden Party this Saturday Orcas Montessori School will host its annual Spring Garden Party and Auction
Granny’s Attic Sale is Here!
-- from Arron Redford, Manager, Orcas Senior Center Antiques, kitchen ware, sporting goods, furniture, collectibles, and innumerable other interesting items are overflowing from the Orcas Senior Center in preparation for Granny’s Attic rummage sale, this Saturday, April 30, 10am-3pm. The window for donating items has closed, but if you want
Guest Opinion: Why You Should Vote in the Democratic Primary
-- by David Turnoy -- You already voted your presidential preference on March 26, the Democratic Party does not assign presidential delegates from the results of its primary but instead uses the caucus in which you already participated, so why should you mail in your vote in the Democratic Party
Fire & Rescue Board to Hold Work Meeting
Thursday, April 28 at 5:30 pm at the Eastsound Fire Hall -- from Pat Ayers for the Orcas Board of Fire Commissioners -- This is intended to be a “working session.” The commissioners expect that there will be no opportunity for public comment. Commissioner Heinmiller is expected to attend telephonically.
