Here’s a thought…
“Never think that war, no matter how necessary, nor how justified, is not a crime. Ask the infantry and ask the dead.”
ERNEST HEMINGWAY
April Poetry: Dove Lina Dingman
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate and highlight our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to again offer daily poetry during April. 1997 -Dedicated to Mike- -- by Dove Lina Dingman -- Early zodiacal light brings out the ice mold .....hidden in marrow
April Poetry: Suzan Chamberlayne
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate and highlight our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to again offer daily poetry during April. QUANTUM DANCE PARTNER -- by Suzan Chamberlayne -- A single hair is dancing On my sleeve. Watching gives it life
OPALCO Annual Meeting May 2
-- from OPALCO -- The 78th Annual Meeting of Orcas Power & Light Co-op is more than just a good lunch. Members and their families who attend the 78th Annual Meeting aboard a Washington State ferry join in camaraderie and fellowship with their island neighbor members and the OPALCO leadership.This
Wear Red for Education!
Rally on Sunday May 17 at Orcas Ferry Landing -- by Margie Doyle -- Teachers Lorena Stankevich and Anne Ford McGrath and High School Senior Daria Stankevich attended the "Red for Ed" Rally on the Washington State Capitol steps on Saturday, April 25. Lorena writes, "The legislative session has just
Solstice Not That Far Off; And It Has a Theme!
-- from Penny Sharp Sky -- It's official. The Orcas Solstice Parade theme for 2015 --"GARDEN OF THE ABSURD"! The humble solstice steering committee is encouraging Orcas Islanders to dive deep and costume well! The parade will be held Saturday, June 20, at noon in Eastsound. The call is also
Building Permit Inspections Limited During Week of May 4
-- from San Juan County Communications -- Building permit inspection services offered by the San Juan County Department of Community Development will be limited during the week of May 4 during a staff training program designed to improve service and increase efficiency. With the aid of the Washington State Auditor’s Office
Invasive Plant Species/Noxious Weed Alert
-- from Kate Yturri, Judy Winer and Gwen Stamm, recent graduates of the WSU Master Gardener’s Course -- Please look for Spurge Laurel on your property and in the community. It is a shade tolerant shrub, typically 2 to 4 ft. tall, with shiny smooth evergreen leaves that are lighter
“No Rules” Birdhouse Contest
Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Village Green As part of the 2015 Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce Bird Fest, islanders, craftsmen and artists are invited to make a house or feeder or bath for the birds and show the finished items at the Village
April Poetry: B. Sadie Bailey
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate and highlight our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to again offer daily poetry during April. Weeding -- by B. Sadie Bailey -- Weeds pull easily between winter rains so many moist purple worms unearthed exposed
April Poetry: Nancy Ayer
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate and highlight our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to again offer daily poetry during April. A Hero’s Journey -- by Nancy Ayer -- Halfway between clay and peat an ancient grave reveals a secret kept well
Inslee Signs New Pot Law
-- by John Stang of Crosscut.com -- Gov. Jay Inslee signed a bill into law Friday [April 24] to merge Washington’s recreational and medical marijuana systems under one entity for regulatory purposes. Essentially, the bill by Sen. Ann Rivers, R-La Center, brings the state’s largely unregulated medical marijuana world under
Citizens Ask Federal Court for Injunction to Halt Growlers
-- from Citizens of Ebey's Reserve -- The US Navy is being taken back into federal court by citizens seeking an injunction to halt the “ongoing and irreparable injury” from the “noise assault” created by the EA-18G Growler attack jets based at Whidbey Naval Air Station. The controversial Growlers are
Waltz Your Way Into May
Monday, May 4, 7 to 9 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- Local instructors are again offering their community dance class on May 4 from 7 to 9 pm at the Odd Fellows Hall. The class will be Waltz. Instruction will begin promptly at 7 p.m. followed by dancing at 8 p.m. This
County’s Economic Assistance Offers FREE Business Workshop
Tuesday, May 5 from 8 to 11 a.m. on Lopez Island -- from the San Juan County Economic Development Council -- The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Lopez Island, on Tuesday, May 5th from 8-11 a.m. Advance
Guest Opinion: OPALCO’s Anti-Robin Hood Rate Design
--by Chris Greacen, Ph.D.-- OPALCO plans to meet its burgeoning operating costs and debt payments through a new tariff structure with unprecedented increases in fixed charges. By 2019 the base rate will rise to nearly $78 per month before any electricity is used. This is particularly punitive to small users,
Letter to Editor: Make Sure to Look at Facts in OPALCO Vote
-- from John D. Thompson, Earthworks Co. -- In light of the conversations going on regarding Orcas Power & Light and the recent acquisition of Rock Island, I personally would like to thank Foster Hildreth and the current OPALCO board for having the foresight to make this difficult decision to
