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
Citizen Volunteers Needed: Land Bank, Anyone?
-- from Tanja Williamson -- The County Council is searching for a San Juan County citizen to fill an upcoming vacancy on the San Juan County Land Bank Commission. District Two position – partial four year position expiring December 2019 (Orcas, Crane, Obstruction, & Waldron Islands) If you are interested in serving
Ranker Notes Passing of Harriet Spanel
Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, released this statement [on Feb. 2, 2016] on the passing of former Sen. Harriet Spanel, his predecessor as senator representing the 40th Legislative District. “I am extremely saddened to hear of the loss of Harriet Spanel. She was a dear friend and mentor to me.
Funhouse Expands Mentoring Program for Teens
-- from Rebecca DeMeritt -- The Funhouse is expanding their mentoring program! Due to a grant from the Department of Social and Health Services’ Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DSHS/DBHR), the Funhouse will be reaching into the community to find adults who are willing to share their talents and interests with Orcas
Guest Opinion: How Should We Be Looking at Energy Use and Conservation?
-- by Tom Owens -- OPALCO -- ¨Clean All The Time¨ Energy. Really? Overview OPALCO is now telling us that the energy they provide is ¨clean all the time.¨ This is a very important piece of information because it will influence our decisions on the use of energy. CO2 is
Eastsound Planning & Review Committee to Focus on Streetscapes
Thursday, Feb. 4, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall The Eastsound Planning & Review Committee (EPRC) agenda for its regular monthly meeting calls for a discussion of the Streetscape Standards with County Public Works Director Brian Vincent and County Planner Colin Huntemer on such matters as:
Letter to Editor: Orcas Island Public Schools M&O Levy – Cast Your Ballots
-- from Eric C. Webb, School Superintendent -- It is time once again to cast our votes on the upcoming replacement Maintenance & Operations Levy for Orcas Island Public Schools. Passage of the levy will provide approximately 25% of our overall district budget: 30% Teacher Salaries 90% Music & Athletics 65% Staff Training 75%
Random Howse Presents: Women Songwriters in the Round
-- from Carolyn Cruso -- WHO: Mandy Troxel, Melody Funk, Madison West, and Carolyn Cruso WHAT: Women Songwriters in the Round WHERE: Random Howse, 365 North Beach Rd., in Eastsound 376-1111 WHEN: Friday, February 12th, 7pm, by donation. Join Orcas Island women songwriters, Mandy Troxel, Melody Funk, Madi Jane West
Our Representatives Report: Senate Hearing on Rising Drug Costs Hints at Worse Prices Ahead
Ranker bill would require pharmaceutical companies to make pricing transparent -- from Rick Manugian, Senate Democratic Communications -- It’s been clear for some time that the skyrocketing price of prescription drugs is a major problem for thousands of Washingtonians whom rely upon these drugs, we now understand it is an
UU Chalice Group to Discuss Loving Ourselves
-- from Suzanne Olson -- Please join us on: Sunday, February 7th 11:30 a.m. Benson Hall - Emmanuel Episcopal Church Chalice Group discussion: Loving Ourselves Leaders: Suzanne Olson and Sandi Burt, MSW Thoughts to consider for our group discussion: “The most fundamental aggression to ourselves, the most fundamental harm we
Letter to Editor: Ranker Represents Us Well
-- from Paul Sheridan, Executive Director, Four Winds * Westward Ho Camp -- We are fortunate in the San Juan Islands to have Senator Kevin Ranker representing us in Olympia. I’ve known this for some time, but a recent interaction has confirmed that thought beyond my most optimistic expectations. I’m the Executive
Senior Center Forms Dementia / Alzheimer’s Support Group for Caregivers
Wednesday, February 24, noon-1:30 p.m., Senior Center -- from Jami Mitchell, Senior Services Specialist, Orcas Island Senior Center -- The Orcas Senior Center is pleased to announce the formation of a Dementia/Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group to meet at the Senior Center. Facilitated by Larry Hughes, Aging & Family Case Coordinator, caregivers will have the opportunity to
Our Representatives Report: Larsen Votes to Support Iran Nuclear Treaty
Larsen: Derailing Iran Agreement Short-Sighted, Ineffective -- from the office of U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen-- Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, [on Feb. 2, 2016] voted against a [House of Representtives] bill that would undermine the U.S. government’s ability to carry out the international agreement to prevent Iran from building a nuclear
Love to Dance? How About Valentine’s Eve?
Saturday, February 13, 7:30 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- On February 13, a Valentine Dance will be held at the Odd Fellows Hall. The dance will begin with the big band sounds of Orcatrazz from 7:30 until 9:30, and be followed by a DJ with an assortment of
Bolshoi Live from Moscow: Taming of the Shrew
Saturday, February 6, 6:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- TAMING OF THE SHREW (photo by Elena Fetisova) This weekend, the Bolshoi Ballet will be performing Taming of the Shrew the magnificent ballet created for the Company in 2014 by Jean-Christophe Maillot, Choreographer-Director of Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo.
TEDx Orcas: “Best of Both Worlds”
-- from Gretchen Krampf -- TEDxOrcasIsland is coming to Orcas Center on Saturday, March 5. Our day-long conference includes TEDx Talks from a dozen fascinating local and national speakers, musical performances and more. Luncheon is catered by New Leaf and served in the Madrona Room. Tickets are now on sale
Orcas School to Hire Additional Principal, Director for ALE and Special Ed
-- by Margie Doyle -- At its Jan. 28 regular monthly meeting, the Orcas Island School District Board voted unanimously to hire a Principal for the Alternative Learning Experience (ALE-OASIS); and Director for the Special Education Program. The one position will be fulltime, with hours equally divided between the two
