Here’s a thought…
“It’s easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled.”
MARK TWAIN
Sheriff’s Report: July 8 – 14, 2015
-- from Robin DeLazerda -- July 8, 2015 15-003789 Wanted Person 09:53:33 07/08/15: A deputy was driving through Jensen Alley when the deputy observed a male subject that had an outstanding warrant from Department of Corrections. The subject was arrested in a nearby apartment. 15-003791 Assault - Aggravated 11:52:04 07/08/15: A deputy received a report
County Grants $471,050 in Lodging Tax Awards
Historic Preservation Grants of $4,771 also awarded -- by Margie Doyle -- (Updated July 17 at 2:30 a.m.) At its July 7 session, the San Juan County Council approved awards of up to $471,050 to various county applicants, to be used in 2016. The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) which
Granny Wins Children’s House Mayoral Race
-- from Susan Anderson, Director, Children's House -- Granny Wins! At 103 years of age, orca Granny proved experience counts most to voters. Named Honorary Mayor of Eastsound on July 4, Granny beat out three canines and a parrot to win this year’s annual race, a benefit for
Volunteer to Help with Hearts and Hands
-- from Didier Gincig -- Imagine yourself as an elder needing to get to town but being unable to drive. Imagine coming back from a hospital stay and being exhausted by preparing a meal and doing the dishes. Many of our elders face such challenges. Fortunately, volunteers from Hearts and
Eat and Run Fantastic Fundraiser for the Funhouse
-- by Margie Doyle -- Overall winner Michael Bea, is greeted at the Finish Line With 60 runners, adults, children and youth, the Funhouse Commons' 4th annual 5K race on July 4 was again a profitable and fun fund-raiser for the island non-profit which "fosters fun and learning."
Begin With Love: A Benefit for Chama Anderson
Tuesday, July 21 at 6 p.m. at Morningstar Farm at the Barn -- from Suzanne Olson -- Clint McCune will host an evening of music at Morningstar Farms on Orcas Island to benefit Chama Anderson, former Lady Vikings Soccer Coach, who was seriously injured in a vehicle accident last month.
Ferry Fleet Activates Back-up Vessels
With two ferries out for repairs, others sail in to accommodate demand -- from Washington State Ferries -- In order to meet demand and keep the system moving, all available back-up Washington State Ferries (WSF) vessels will be called into service while two larger ferries are out for emergency repairs
Of Orcas and Men: What Killer Whales Can Teach Us
Author Talk & Book Signing on July 22 with David Neiwert -- from Jenny Atkinson of the Whale Museum -- Come to The Whale Museum on Wednesday, July 22, at 5:30 p.m. for an Author Talk & Book Signing with David Neiwert, author of the newly released book Of Orcas
School Superintendent Explains Early Wednesday Dismissals
School to Dismiss Wednesdays at 2:05 for Teacher-to-Teacher Training -- by Eric Webb, Superintendent of Orcas Island School District -- So, what is a Professional Learning Community or PLC? One might describe it as an ongoing process in which educators work collaboratively in recurring cycles of collective inquiry and action
Elwha Out for the Summer
Ana/SJ's - Elwha Out of Service Through Summer Season -- from Washington State Ferries (WSF) -- The 48-year-old Elwha will remain out of service for approximately four months while crews perform emergency repairs to a drive motor. We realize having one of our mid-sized vessels out for an extended period
Olga Daze: 20+ Years and Still Going
Saturday, July 18th, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Olga -- from Lorna Rhodes -- Festivities in Olga begin in front of the Community Club at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 18th.The day will be better than ever this year, with something for everyone. Come for breakfast at the Bake Sale,
Guest Opinion: Can We Reclaim Water?
-- from Bill Gincig -- I have been following all of the statements and comments concerning Eastsound Water and have asked myself what can I do. I can conserve water, which I do and continue to pay the same rate, which doesn’t make any sense. But of more importance is
Celebrate Recovery Moves to Tuesday Nights
-- from Carol Kulminski -- The leaders of Celebrate Recovery have a strong desire to meet the needs of the community. After conducting a survey, the results indicated a preference for Tuesday over Friday nights. There will be no meeting on Friday, July 17, as the group transitions to their
“Open Garden Gate Thursdays”
Orkila kids in awe of the garden's garlic ...in the School Garden, and more! -- from Madie Murray for Farm to Classroom -- Join kids and counselors from Camp Orkila and Kaleidoscope for "Open Garden Gate Thursdays" in the public school garden from 9:30 to 3:30 each Thursday
Guest Column: Public Hearing for Injunction to Stop Growlers
-- from the Citizens of Ebeys Reserve -- Representatives of citizen groups traveling from Whidbey Island and surrounding areas will be at the Federal Courthouse in Seattle to hold a 1 p.m. news conference on Wednesday, July 15, and attend a hearing on their Motion for an Preliminary Injunction to
Family and Friends Create the Chamber Music Festival
-- by Margie Doyle -- The Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival (OICMF) is now in its 18th year, with each season weaving a new tapestry of family and friends in the artistry of musical performance. The five concerts at this year's festival will be the centerpiece of a tapestry that
