Here’s a thought…
“Even under the best circumstances, the transition to this new AI era will be one of the most turbulent times in human history.”
BILL GATES
County Employees Reject New Union Contract Proposal
-- from San Juan County Communications -- This past weekend, County employees represented by AFSCME, Local 1849, AFL-CIO, voted to reject a tentative agreement with San Juan County on a new 3- year contract. The current contract expires December 31, 2014. Representatives from AFSCME and County management had been in
Community Q&A for the Exchange’s Future in Recycling
Sunday, Dec. 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall Tim Blanchard and Pete Moe in front of what they hope may be the new Exchange building (Pictured: the "old" Exchange) Orcas Recycling Services (ORS) non-profit will hold a meeting to address the many questions
Update: Missing Dogs Found
-- from Thayne & Carol, Grey Muzzle Rescue & Sanctuary -- Updated Dec. 6 at 9:30 a.m. FOUND AND HOME SAFE! Exhausted and thin, but they appear OK. Found up a winding road off Dolphin Bay Road. Thank you to everyone who watched, called, hoped, helped, posted & spread the
Sheriff’s Report: November 19- 25, 2014
-- from Sheriff Rob Nou -- November 20, Lopez deputies assisted fire department at scene of a residential structure fire. November 20, Investigation of a commercial burglary of an Eastsound business. November 20, a Lopez man reported fraudulent charges on his debit card that occurred on the mainland. November 21,
Public Service Note: Key Bank Phone Number — Oooops!
In a just-completed upgrade, the Orcas Island Key Bank phone number was changed to 360-445-7100. The old phone number no longer works, and no forwarding number is given. A toll-free number has also been established, 844-539-9182. Manager Gail Palmer says, "We are so sorry for the inconvenience of this changed
Letter to the Editor: Trust in Community Appreciated
-- by Margot Shaw -- Our trust is sometimes shaken. On Friday evening, Nov. 28, I had items stolen from my car during an Orcas Center program. One week later, I have all the items again in my possession, thanks to islanders who spotted them while going about their own
Crime Spree Town Hall next Wednesday
Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall Rick Hughes has arranged a Town Hall meeting to discuss the recent crime wave on Orcas Island. He will be joined by Sheriff' Rob Nou. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 10 from 5-7 p.m. at the
Southern Resident Female Orca Found Dead in Georgia Strait
-- from Center for Whale Research -- A deceased orca was found earlier today [Thursday, December 4] near Courtenay, BC in northwest Georgia Strait and was identified as 18-year old J32, known as Rhapsody. Photos sent by Canada's Dept. of Fisheries and Oceans were identified by Ken Balcomb at the
The Barbaras Meet for the Inaugural St. Barbara’s Tea
-- by Margie Doyle -- They're everywhere! A bevy of Barbaras gather at Barbara Bentley's beckoning. (Barbara [Bentley!] is second from the left and featured at the beginning of this story) On Thursday, December 4, Barbara Bentley convened the numerous Barbaras of Orcas Island to her home on Buck
Santa Coming to Deer Harbor
-- from Irene McKinley -- Santa Claus is coming to Deer Harbor! Greet Santa at the Deer Harbor Marina at 10 a.m. on December 6. Then go to the Deer Harbor Community Club to get a special gift from Santa. Cookies, cider and fun for all!
Orcas Christian School Hosts Christmas Breakfast Gathering
The Orcas Christian School invites all to a Free Community Breakfast this Saturday, December 6, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. On the menu will be Egg Strata, Pancakes,Yogurt, Fresh Fruit, and Hot Drinks, served in the Orcas Christian School Cafeteria, off Enchanted Forest Road between Lovers Lane and North
Friends of the Library Host Traditional Tea
Saturday December 6, Noon to 3 p.m. at the Public Library Lois Cornell serves tea to Rusty Diggs at the Friends of the Orcas Library Holiday Tea. Ida Rae McDonald looks on. Friends of the Library invite all to the 53rd Annual Silver Tea, on Saturday December 6th,
The Spirit of Giving Grows in the Garden
-- by Jan Jacobson -- Orcas Island Garden Club announces its annual Christmas Tea for December 10, 2014, at 10:30 a.m., in the Madrona Room of Orcas Center. Everyone brings a sweet or savory treat. There will be the Silver Tea Service and centerpieces from the Nest. Barbara and David
OPALCO Announces Internet Pilot Projects & Staff
-- from Suzanne Olson -- At the October meeting of OPALCO’s Board of Directors, it was announced that Island Network will be re-created as a new entity and wholly-owned subsidiary of the Co-op to provide Internet services. Gerry Lawlor has been hired as Manager of the new entity along with
The Nutcracker Burlesque Returns!
Saturday, Dec. 6 at 7 and 10 p.m. at the Seaview Theater Members of Corps de Burlesque perform (from www.landofthesweets.com ) Looking for a little Christmas cheer mixed with glitter, flesh colored pantyhose, and nudgingly bawdy dance moves? This Saturday evening, there will be two performance of “Land
10th Annual PlayFest Submissions Now Being Accepted!
--From Cara Russell and The Actors Theater of Orcas Island -- PlayFest 2014 The Actor’s Theater of Orcas Island is looking for short play submissions from Orcas Island writers. Whether you are a seasoned playwright or have always wanted to give it a try, we’d love to consider
