Here’s a thought…
“It’s easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled.”
MARK TWAIN
County Looks to Fill 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. Persons interested in serving on a board or advisory committee should
Sheriff’s Report: November 26 – December 2, 2014
-- from Sheriff Rob Nou -- Nov 26 Deputies and Dive Team assisted US Coast Guard with search for missing boater. Boat found crashed onto rocks near Cape Saint Mary, Lopez Island. Boat operator, a 50 year old Bremerton man, missing. Nov 26 Lopez deputies investigating a break in at
New Laws Eliminate Seven-year Plate Replacement, Add a Fee to Fund Ferries
-- from Milene Henley, County Auditor -- Two laws enacted in 2014 will soon affect vehicle license renewals. Beginning January 1, 2015, ESHB 1129 will make vehicle transactions subject to a $5 licensing service fee on vehicle registration renewals and a $12 service fee on title transfers.The new service fees
Senior Center Looking for New Manager
-- from Lois Cornell -- This rewarding and challenging part time position is primarily responsible for fundraising activities that support the Senior Center (like Granny's Attic) and efficient operation of the facility creating a welcoming and nurturing environment for Orcas Island seniors. A full position description and information about the
Larsen Opposes House Passage of Spending Bill
Elections Should Give Power to the People, Not to Money, Larsen Says of No Vote WASHINGTON DC -— Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, tonight voted against a government spending bill that gives the wealthy an even louder voice in elections, hur [Dec. 11]ts college affordability for low- and middle-income students and
“A Christmas Carol” is Back at Orcas Center
-- a review by Cara Russell -- Christopher Evans and daughter Mona play Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim "No wind that blew was bitterer than he." It began in the dark, with the wind howling so resiliently that I felt chilled just sitting in my seat. Suddenly a
Sheriff’s Office Town Hall: Vigilant Public, Not Vigilantes
-- by Lin McNulty, Updated Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. -- Part 1 of 2. Concerned with recent car prowls, and a break-in at the ferry toll booth, County Council Member Rick Hughes hosted and moderated a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, December 10 at the Eastsound Fire Station. Sheriff
Hurry! Montessori Wreaths Almost Gone
-- from Samantha Martin Sprenger -- The preschool's annual holiday wreath sale is almost over... we have only 50 wreaths left to sell! Please stop by the school or visit our website to order your wreath today.This is a great way to support early childhood education in your community. Thank
Biggest and Best 5-8 Grade Concert Ever
Thursday, December 11, at 7:00 p.m, Orcas School Cafeteria -- from Kristen Wilson -- [metaslider id=33337] Almost 100 Orcas public school student musicians from the 5th through 8th grades will bring their voices and instruments together for a holiday concert on Thursday, December 11, at 7:00 p.m. in the
Guest Opinion: Why Should EWUA Charge Higher Fees for Guest Houses?
-- from Michael Riordan -- What some people seem to be missing in the current debate over EWUA policies is recognition of the many beneficial impacts this water system has on Eastsound and surrounding areas. We take it for granted that the system will always work fine, but without frequent
KWIAHT Announces 2015 Community Science Training
-- from Russel Barsh -- Lopez teacher and Kwiaht volunteer Lorri Swanson on the beach with visitors at Watmough Bight (photo: Kwiaht 2010). The nonprofit conservation laboratory Kwiaht has announced a special training program for islanders interested in providing science outreach to visitors and schools at ten long-term
OPALCO Board Meeting
Thursday, December 18, 8:30 a.m., OPALCO Friday Harbor office -- from Bev Madden -- The OPALCO Board of Directors will hold its regularly scheduled meeting Thursday, December 18 at their Friday Harbor office, 1034 Guard Street. The meeting will begin at 8:30; members are welcome and may address the Board
Guest Opinion: EWUA Meeting / One Member Perspective
-- from Lesley Liddle -- [Monday]'s EWUA meeting was a good informative meeting overall; Paul Kamin put together a well-organized presentation, some of it heavily weighted to impress on certain points of current policy with regard to the guest house bylaw and recent "initiative", which I don't necessarily or entirely
Teas, Parties and Meetings All Looking Ahead
-- by Margie Doyle -- Local organizations have been celebrating hard work and vision, as the American Legion Women's Auxiliary. San Juan Conservation District, the Friends of the Orcas Island Library and the Orcas Historical Museum have held teas, parties and potlucks. Tim Lunde presents Phil Heikkinen a check
Join the Olga Potluck!
Saturday, Dec. 13 at 5:30 at the Olga Community Club Come feast on a ham dinner, sing carols and exchange silly gifts in a White Elephant at the Olga Potluck this weekend.(Definition of a 'White Elephant': A possession which its owner cannot dispose of and whose cost, particularly that of
Carols in the Street from Turtleback Brass
Saturday, December 13, 11:30 a.m. -- 1 p.m., Eastsound Village -- from Molly Johnson -- Turtleback Brass will be out Christmas caroling this Saturday from about 11:30-1. Please come join in the holiday cheer in downtown Eastsound!
