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
OPALCO Board Changes Meeting Day
Friday, February 19, 8:30 a.m., Friday Harbor OPALCO Office -- from Beverly Madan -- The OPALCO Board of Directors will hold its regular monthly meeting on FRIDAY, February 19 (note change in day) at the Friday Harbor OPALCO office, 1034 Guard Street. The meeting will begin @ 8:30 am; members are welcome
Sunrise Volunteers: No Commitment and Free Coffee
-- by Lin McNulty -- It began as a search for a "recipe to meet potential new members" for the Lions Club to improve sustainability of the organization with an aging membership. It's difficult," says Lions Club member Chris White, "to get someone to pay to be a volunteer." What if--just
Funhouse Launches Middle School “Get Real” Group
Friday, February 26, 6 - 8 p.m., Funhouse Commons -- from Rebecca DeMeritt -- The Funhouse is launching another fantastic program with Beth Jenson, LMHC- This time for 7th-9th graders! Get Real is a leadership group about REAL stuff: real relationships, human weirdness, social issues, sexuality, school and life. It is
Helping in Lesbos: A Most Humbling, Heart-breaking, Heart-warming Experience
-- from Kate Jewell -- Peeling six layers of dripping wet clothes off the first screaming, terrified infant thrust in my arms was challenging. Getting her diapered, redressed, warm, dry and reunited with her mother even more so. Especially when the surrounding environment in our make-shift tent had grown to
Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Announces 2016 Visitor Guide
Members are urged to sign-up now to be included in popular publication -- from Lance Evans, Chamber of Commerce -- The Orcas Island (WA) Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that its 2016 Visitor Guide & Business Directory is underway! Chamber members have until March 4 to get their listing in
Cupid’s Closet Flea Market Is On!
Saturday, February 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the West Sound Community Hall -- from Margot Shaw -- Some Venerable Vendors include the ORCAS SENIOR CENTER (think Granny’s Attic), A-OK (the school arts support group), The FIDELIS CIRCLE women's group (organizers of the fund raiser), STITCH & GOSSIP (Orcas
Our Representatives Report: Kris Lytton on Education and Business
Week 5 Update: Holding corporations accountable for tax breaks; moving forward on education -- from State Representative Kris Lytton -- Dear Friends and Neighbors, [Feb. 9] marks the fiscal committee cutoff deadline. That means today is the last day for House members to vote bills out of the Appropriations, Capital
Sheriff’s Office Seeks Suspect in OPALCO Threats
-- from Sheriff Ron Krebs -- The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information in conjunction with vandalism and threats made to the OPALCO office on Orcas Island. Spray painted on the property was the threat “Prepare to Die.” This is believed to be related to a home invasion where a
OPALCO Offices Closed Today after Vandalism
All OPALCO offices county-wide are closed 2-11-16 -- from Suzanne Olson for OPALCO -- OPALCO offices are closed today [Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016] after an act of vandalism, including threats of violence, occurred at the headquarters in Eastsound. The San Juan County Sheriff’s office is investigating. No further details are
What Is a Democratic Caucus, and Why Should I Care?
What Is a Democratic Caucus, and Why Should I Care? -- from David Turnoy -- You may have noticed that this is a presidential election year. The majority of states hold primary elections to select delegates for candidates, while 13 states hold caucuses for this purpose. The state of Washington has two primaries,
Sports Report: Viking Men Duel Wolverines
-- by Ed Sutton -- The Orcas Island High School men's basketball team began its quest for a slot in the 2016 State Basketball Tournament following the afternoon game yesterday which pitted the Lady Vikings against the Wolverine squad. The Friday Harbor gym was packed with fans including a vocal
Sports Report: Lady Vikings Enter Playoff Games
-- by Ed Sutton -- A loyal contingent of fans followed the Orcas Island High School basketball teams to Friday Harbor on Wednesday for the first round of playoff games in the 2016 State Championship Tournament. The Tournament is "double elimination" meaning that a team can lose one game and
School, Park and Rec Levies Pass
-- by Margie Doyle -- Voters approved all levies in the Special Election, the San Juan County Elections Office reported on Tuesday, Feb. 9 at 8:04 p.m. With 5,096 ballots counted from 18 county precincts (out of a 12,019 registered voters) the 42.4% voter turnout results show: Orcas Island School
Dance, Dance, Dance to Your Heart’s Content
Saturday, February 13, 7:00, Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- This is a reminder that the Valentine Dance will be held this Saturday, Feb 13, at the Odd Fellows Hall, starting around 7:00 until ?. The big band sounds of Orcatrazz will begin at 7:30 sharp and go
Come Hear About the Travels of Martha
Thursday, February 25, 7 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Mark Smaalders -- Join Robert d’Arcy, captain of the schooner Martha, as he shares the highlights of a year of offshore sailing and racing. In 2014–2015 Robert and his crew sailed Martha from Port Townsend to California and Mexico, and then participated in the 48th Transpac race from California
NAS Whidbey Island SAR Medically Evacuates Friday Harbor Resident
-- from Michael Welding, NAS Public Affairs Officer -- A Search and Rescue (SAR) team from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island conducted an evening Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) on Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, from the San Juan Islands. The SAR crew of six took off around 7:30 in the evening and transited
