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“Volunteering is at the very core of being a human. No one has made it through life without someone else’s help.”
HEATHER FRENCH HENRY
Intern Studying Rural Medicine at OMC
-- from the Orcas Medical Center -- Mark Tom, studying rural medicine at OMC The Orcas Medical Center has been pleased to have Mark Tom, second-year medical student at the University of Washington School of Medicine, as a month-long summer intern working with Dr. Giefer. Mark, who grew
Guest Opinion: Resolution Needed from Council for Safe Shipping
-- from Islanders for Safe Shipping -- A growing number of communities in Washington State have been voicing their concerns over the increase of fossil fuel rail transport. When this volatile danger travels right past their front yards, waterfront parks, their places of business, and their children’s schools, people speak
Inslee on Fireworks: I’d Ban Them If I Could
-- from Jaime Smith, Governor Inslee’s Communications Office -- Statement from Inslee cautioning risks posed by use of fireworks during drought: An early wildfire season has already begun in our state, and conditions all across the state are much drier and hotter than usual. The 4th of July weekend is approaching
Ferry Good Advice for Fourth of July Weekend Travel
-- from Washington State Ferries -- With additional sailings and travel tips, Washington State Ferries is all about helping customers make their Fourth of July weekend sparkle. Last year, the country’s largest ferry system carried nearly 350,000 passengers during Fourth of July weekend. That number is expected to be similar
Appraisal Fair Featured at Museum’s Historical Days Celebration
-- from Maggie Vinson for the Historical Museum -- Orcas Island Historical Museum will again be holding its annual Historical Days Fair this July 3rd on the Eastsound Village Green. This year’s Historical Days Fair will include an Antiques Roadshow-inspired Appraisal Fair. We are proud to be welcoming four certified
Whale Museum Talk on Garbage Archaeology
The Whale Museum’s Lecture Series: ProjectSAM Wednesday, July 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Whale Museum in Friday Harbor The Whale Museum is pleased to welcome Dr. Candace Gossen as part of the 2015 Summer Lecture Series to discuss “ProjectSAM” on Wednesday, July 8 at 6:30 p.m. Candace Gossen, PhD,
Guest Column: A Wake-up Call in the Local Sex Trafficking Conversation
-- by Morgan Meadows -- Morgan Meadow, center, with Nick and Jo Lembo, representatives of Shared Hope International . Photo by Donna Laslo Waking up at 3 a.m. is not unusual for me. Symptoms of PTSD are a recurring part of my life as a survivor of domestic
Libby Has Something to Crow About!
Libby Garcia is Number One! -- by Madie Murray -- It was unanimous! We have a new First Place Orcas Home Brewer who is now the proud owner of a coveted #1 Crow Valley Pottery trophy plate made specifically every year by Crow Valley for the competition! Libby
Matthew the Magician Back by Popular Demand
-- by Margie Doyle -- The Magic Show-- from Left, Matthew Laslo, Maddie Jane West, Virginia Sides and Maria Bullock Matthew Laslo, a 14-years young, award-winning magician and illusionist, brings "The Magic Show" to the Sea View Theatre on July 3 and July 5. Appearing with Matthew are
Home-grown Bitter Ends Plays this Friday
-- from Mandy Troxel -- The Bitter Ends with Mandy Troxel at Random Howse 7-9 this Friday! Don't miss! Friday, July 3rd is your one and only chance to catch Mandy Troxel and the Bitter Ends on Orcas this Summer! The band will be playing at the Random
Eastsound Planning Review Agenda
The Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC), which serves as advisory to San Juan County government, will hold its regular monthly meeting tomorrow, July 2, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall. Greg Ayers, EPRC Chair issued the planned agenda on July 1: Main Topic – 2015-2016 Work
Spirit Eagle Art Show at Wa Fed
-- from Spirit Eagle -- Artist Spirit Eagle will display her Art at Washington Federal Savings Bank during the month of July beginning on Wednesday, July 1 during banking hours. She is an Artist who works in many media. She paints in oils and acrylics, is a wood carver, photographer
Ranker Statement on Flawed Budget Process
-- from State Senator Kevin Ranker -- “While I supported this budget, I cannot support the process. It should not take the risk of a government shutdown to reach an agreement. We should not risk the long term fiscal health of our state and we should not play political games
Letter to OPALCO: the Costs of Electric Power
-- from Ed Sutton -- Foster; As I mentioned recently, I have been recording my energy usage about every 2-3 hours (except night-time), and can report the following for the first week (Monday, 6/22 at 10AM through 10AM on 6/29): We are a household of two "older" adults. The house
Reps. Lytton and Morris on Transportation Proposal
-- from the State House Democrats -- State Reps. Kristine Lytton, D-Anacortes, and Jeff Morris, D-Mount Vernon, praised the state transportation package released today [June 29], which will bring more than $42,000,000 to the district, with a heavy focus on ferry terminal and fleet operations. “I want to thank House
Our National Anthem: A Refresher and a Contest
-- by Margie Doyle -- Lady Liberty walks a tightrope Were you, like me, taught the words to the "Star Spangled Banner" and told we MUST sing them with our hand over our heart whenever the song was sung publicly? If it's started in the right key, anyone
