Here’s a thought…
“The further a society drifts from truth, the more it will hate those who speak it.”
GEORGE ORWELL
Journey Off the Map: Vacation Bible School
--from Meredith Griffith for Orcas Island Community Church -- All island kids from three years through 6th grade are invited to attend a free jungly adventure at Orcas Island Community Church on July 6-9. “Journey Off the Map: Vacation Bible School 2015” will lead young explorers through “uncharted territory” with
Letter to the Editor: World-Class Response from Orcas Fire and Rescue
-- by Paul Sheridan, Director, Four Winds Camp -- To the Editor: I want to take a moment out of the craziness of summer to publically thank Orcas Island Fire & Rescue. We had an injured camper here at Four Winds last week, and our team decided that we needed
Breaking News: Wildland Fire at Mountain Lake
-- from the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue District -- At 06:27am Orcas Island Fire and Rescue responded to a report of a wildland fire in the area of Mountain Lake. Responding crews found a small vegitation fire approximately 40 feet x 30 feet. An immediate response from more than twenty-five(25) personnel and
Kamin Warns of Increased Demand for Water
-- from Paul Kamin, General Manager, Eastsound Water Users Association -- The summer of 2015 is starting markedly different than recent years. Eastsound Water has been experiencing significantly elevated demands for water throughout the month of June. This report has been designed to provide members information on the status of
Fireworks Sponsorship & Donations – Can You Help?
-- from the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce -- The Chamber is thrilled to report that our annual Fourth of July Fireworks show in Eastsound is in-place and ready to go on Saturday, July 4! We should have a bang-up show, all originating in the waters of East Sound, starting
Sheriff’s Report: June 24 – July 1, 2015
-- from Robin DeLazerda -- June 24, 2015 15-003325 Accident-Injury, Traffic 01:09:44 06/24/15: An Orcas deputy was dispatched to the area of White Beach Road and Polar Circle Eastsound in regards to a vehicle roll over accident that occurred at some time. The vehicle had been abandon at the scene. Driver found the
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
