Here’s a thought…
“It’s easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled.”
MARK TWAIN
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,
Ferries Experience Payment Glitch
At 5:05 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, Washington State Ferries issued the following alert: "Due to technical difficulties with the electronic payment system, all terminals are currently having to process fares offline. This may cause delays loading and delays to some departures until the problem is resolved. " The electronic
Cancer Support Group Celebrates Beginning of 5th Year
-- from Carol Kulminski -- The Cancer Support Group has been meeting once a month for four years providing a place to come and share what it is like to have Cancer invade your world. “Next to the military, these are the bravest folks on earth battling cancer,” says organizer
County Fire Marshal: All Outdoor Burning Banned July 10
-- from San Juan County Fire Marshal Rob Low -- The San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office in partnership with the San Juan County Fire Chiefs’ have determined that current weather conditions within San Juan County have created substantial fire dangers and that there is a need to enact restriction
Orcas Christian School Offers Rental Venues
-- from Orcas Christian School -- Orcas Christian School is now offering space to rent for events, special occasions, or ongoing meetings. Fees are $25/hour for nonprofits, $30/hour for individuals or for-profit enterprises. OCS has various campus facilities including a gym, kitchen, chapel, and classrooms. Contact Anna Vast (360)-298-6610 (ocs.anna.vast@gmail.com)
Guest Editorial: Good People Grace Our Garden
-- by Madie Murray for the Orcas Island Farm to Cafeteria Program -- There are so many unsung heroes on our Island. It would take a novel to laud them all. But I’d like to mention three that have given so much to our Public School Garden over the past
Senator Ranker Champions Orcas Library Expansion Project
-- from Phil Heikkinen, Director, Orcas Library -- Orcas Island Public Library received a critical boost this week with passage of the State’s biennial budget for 2015–2016, which included $1.4 million in funding for the Library’s expansion project, “Books and Beyond: The Next Chapter.” Senator Kevin Ranker, supported by Representatives
Notice: Upcoming and Current Board Vacancies
-- from San Juan County Communications -- The County Council is searching for San Juan County citizens to fill current and upcoming vacancies on various boards and commissions. Additional information about each committee is available on the County's website at: https://sanjuanco.com/Council/AdvisoryCommittees.aspx Persons interested in serving on a board or advisory
Island Smoke Warrants Health Alerts
-- from Orcas Fire and Rescue Chief Mik Preysz -- Smoke from fires over British Columbia are clouding our air. Health alerts in effect. Photo from US National Weather Service Orcas Island Fire and Rescue would like to let our Island residents know that we do not have
Perfect Storm for Smoke, But Not From Our Fires
UPDATE: 10:30 a.m., July 6: Air quality upgraded to "moderate." UPDATE: 8 p.m., July 5: Air quality downgraded to "unhealthy." -- by Lin McNulty -- Can you see beyond your nose, or is everything socked in around you? As 66 fires blaze in nearby British Columbia, Whatcom County battles a
The Nutts and the Worleys Leave OCS Staff
Reception July 11 from 4-6pm at Orcas Christian School Orcas Christian School announces the retirement of Maria and Bob Nutt, and Judy and Roger Worley. OCS appreciates the involvement and sharing that the Nutts and Worleys have given to both OCS and the Orcas community. OCS invites the island communities
Fire Alert: Smoke from Portage Island Fire
-- by Margie Doyle -- Orcas Fire and Rescue Chief Mik Preysz announced at 10 a.m. Sunday morning, July 5, that the smoke islanders are observing is from a fire at Portage Island in Bellingham Bay. Firefighters from the Department of Natural Resources are fighting the Portage Island fire, and
Matthew’s Magic Show is Marvelous
-- by Margie Doyle -- The Magic Show-- from Left, Matthew Laslo, Madie Jane West, Virginia Sides and Maria Bullock There's magic in illusions, sleight-of-hand and memory tricks, but the greatest magic in Matthew Laslo's "Magic Show" is in the grace and polish of the performers. At the
Nothing Like an Orcas Parade
-- by Lin McNulty -- [metaslider id=37825] Orcas has often been referred to as the "parade island," as we never miss an opportunity to dress up, be silly, and walk the streets of Eastsound. This year as always, Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce sponsored the yearly Fourth of July event that
State Funds Library Expansion
Senator Ranker Updates Capital Projects -- from the office of State Senator Kevin Ranker -- I wanted to provide you with one last brief update regarding the incredible projects and the hundreds of jobs that will be created in Skagit, Whatcom and San Juan Counties with the passage of the
Honor Jack and the Incoming Mayor
-- from Susan Anderson, Children's House, updated July 3 -- Jack, the beloved Village Mayor, will step down when a new mayor is elected on July 4, 2015 Vying for the position of Honorary Mayor of Eastsound, five local politicians (three canines, one caique parrot and an orca),
