Here’s a thought…
“It’s easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled.”
MARK TWAIN
Guest Column: Just How Clean are Electric Vehicles?
-- by Tom Owens -- Last month, I wrote an opinion piece in OrcasIssues that tried to describe the impact (CO2 production) of new electric loads (including EV’s) here in the San Juans. To understand this, we must know what type of fuel is used by the plant meeting the
State Funds Road Projects on Orcas
Stormwater and Public Works road funds for Prune Alley also receive state money -- by Margie Doyle -- Parked cars increase traffic danger on Orcas Road by the ferry landing In addition to the $1.4M granted to Orcas Island Public Library for its expansion project, the Washington State
State Senate Agrees on Student Testing Requirement
-- from the Office of Governor Jay Inslee -- Statement from Inslee on the Senate student testing agreement “Today’s [July 8, 2015] announcement from Senate leaders about an agreement on student testing is great news and allows the Legislature to move forward on wrapping up its work for this year.
Brown Bag Concert with Abreu-Hurwicz
Wednesday, July 15, 12-12:30 pm at Emmanuel Episcopal Church -- from Sharon Abreu -- For our Brown Bag Concert at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, we're sharing our glorious half-hour with good friend and excellent baritone Bill Felber. I'll be singing a duet with Bill, a solo (with Ron Myers on piano),
Ferry Runs Aground at Coupeville
-- from KOMO.com -- Dive teams work to repair the damaged M/V Kennewick ferry that ran aground on July 8, 2015. (Photo courtesy: Washington State Ferries) One of the state ferry system's newest vessels ran aground Wednesday morning while docking at Coupeville, shutting down all service on the
KindlingsFest 2015 – Joy: The Art of Living
-- from Meredith Griffith -- On July 21-24 Orcas Islanders are invited to attend KindlingsFest 2015, a celebration of art and ideas where they meet with the spiritual. The theme this year is "Joy: The Art of Living." “C.S. Lewis writes that ‘The serious business of heaven is joy,’ ”
Business Spotlight: Paul and Cathy Vierthaler Invent Paxis Backpacks
-- by Margie Doyle -- Paul and Cathy Vierthaler with the Paxis patented swing arm backpack Long-time islanders Paul and Cathy Vierthaler -- excavator, bookkeeper, entrepreneurs and business-builders and parents of two adult sons -- are avid day-hikers. One day on a hike, Paul expressed the recurring frustration
Deer Harbor Planning Review Committee Agenda
Wednesday, July 8 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Deer Harbor Community Club --from Pamela Kyle -- 1. Chair call to Order 2. Minutes from previous meeting 3. Recognize public attendees and speakers 4. Old Business a. Fire station conference room usage - status W. Heinmiller b. Deer Harbor 5
Orcas Man’s Cause of Death Determined
-- from Robert W. Bishop DVM, F-ABMDI, Island County Coroner -- (The body of David Fleischmann, a long-time, well-known waiter from Rosario Resort and the Madrona Restaurant, was discovered June 24 on Whidbey Island. The following report is from the Island County Coroner.) David Fleischmann, a 66-year old man from Orcas Island, was
Donate Auction Items Now for Kaleidoscope
-- from Vala Ross for Kaleidoscope -- Donate auction items now for Annual Kaleidoscope event Kaleidoscope Preschool and Child Care Center is gearing up for the 11th Annual Island Grown, Island Raised Dinner Auction. On Saturday, September 12, this fun event will be hosted at Maple Rock Farm.
Shakespeare’s Cymbeline at Doe Bay Resort
Wednesday, July 8 at 8 pm at Doe Bay Doe Bay Resort and Retreat and Island Stage Left present: Shakespeare’s Cymbeline, this Wednesday, July 8 at 8 pm at the Doe Bay Garden Stage in the upper field. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy this annual FREE event!
Music in the Park this Sunday
The Crow Valley String Band, photo taken some years ago. Come see how accomplished they've grown! -- from Marc Cohen -- Music in the Park on July 12, from 5 to 7 pm on the Village Green, will feature local bands Crow Valley String Band and Local Folk. The Crow Valley Family
Writers at the County Fair: Deadline Fast Approaching
-- from Ashley King, Program Coordinator, San Juan County Fair -- Submit your writing on the theme of the county fair this year: Strawberry Fields for-Heifer" There’s still time! But the deadline for entries is July 10th. Have you written a poem, short story, a story about an
Do You Miss the Exchange?
-- from Lorna Rhodes -- Remember to bring your donations for Olga Daze! Donations will accepted at the Olga Park (next to the Olga Community Club) Thursday, July 9; and Friday July 10. Donations will also be accepted on July 11, 10-12 am, and on July 16 from 4-6pm. Bring
Collect Your Stuff – Habitat for Humanity Truck Coming Back in August
August 17, Island Market -- from Jim Duffield -- Mark your calendars! The Skagit Habitat for Humanity Store truck is coming back to Orcas Island on August 17. After coordinating with Pete Moe of the Transfer Station, SHFH plans to continue periodic trips to Orcas until the new Exchange is
Susan E. Watkin Dec. 2, 1940 – June 12, 2015
Memorial Reception Saturday, July 11 Susan E. Watkin of Olga, WA, peacefully passed away June 12, 2015 after a swift and brave battle with cancer, surrounded by her loved ones. Susan was born December 2, 1940 to Norman and Marion White in Omaha, Nebraska. Susan was raised in Las Vegas,
