Here’s a thought…
“If ever the time should come, when vain and aspiring men shall possess the highest seats in government, our country will stand in need of its experienced patriots to prevent its ruin.”
SAMUEL ADAMS
Guest Opinion: Sheriff’s Department Needs Effective Leadership
-- from Marla Johns -- I have been a social worker, administrator and community advocate for nearly 20 years, in many areas. More importantly, I have been the wife of a police officer for nearly as long. Presently, both my husband and I are living and working on Orcas Island.
OPALCO Profile: Ed Lago, Staking Technician
-- from Suzanne Olson, OPALCO -- Engineers Dan Vekved, Ed Lago, Russell Guerry and Alan Smith at the annual meeting on the ferry Ed Lago came to OPALCO in 2008 after working as a mortgage broker in the community. His background includes banking, retail and hospitality. He is
Guest Opinion: EWUA Initiative Disturbing
-- from Lesley Liddle -- I have been carefully considering the letter of initiative that many of us recently received after September 18, 2014 from the EWUA manager Paul Kamin. I wish to protest the sudden enactment of this hitherto unknown initiative. Members with a "guest" house, whether large or
“Simply Jackie” Concert November 12th!
Wednesday, November 12, 7 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Joyce Stone, Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival -- Pianist extraordinaire Jon Kimura Parker will light up a dark November night with an incredible solo performance for the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival. The “Simply Jackie” Salon Concert will take place Wednesday,
Medicare Drug Plan Check-ups
Friday, October 17, 10 a.m. –3 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Pegi Groundwater -- Have the medications you take changed since you bought your drug insurance? Even if they haven’t, the insurance companies change their rates each year. They also change the list of drugs that they cover and the
Governor Issues Statement on Passing of His Father, Frank Inslee of Lopez
-- from Jaime Smith, Office of Governor Jay Inslee -- Frank E. Inslee, retired biology teacher, high school coach, World War II Naval veteran and father of Gov. Jay Inslee, passed away late Monday night following an illness. He was 88 years old. Frank Inslee had been transported from his
Letter to Editor: Sheriff’s Office Morale Sunk to New Levels
-- from Scott Johansen, Retired San Juan County Deputy -- I am writing this letter to announce my support and endorse Ron Krebs for Sheriff. For the last 30 years I have worked for the Sheriff’s Office. OnSeptember 1st I hung up my duty belt and decided to spend time
Guest Column: Former Councilman Fralick and Proposition 1
-- from Richard Fralick -- I write urging you to support approval of San Juan County Levy Proposition No. 1 on your current ballot. If approved this proposition would generate approximately the same amount of revenue as the “levy lid lift” approved by the voters in 2009 set to expire
County-released Information on Proposition 1
What Is Proposition 1? Proposition 1 would replace the 2009 property tax “levy lid lift,” scheduled to expire next year, with a similar measure expiring in 2020.It will produce approximately the same amount of revenue as authorized by the expiring measure, and it adjusts fund allocations for the programs which
Gather Up Gently Used Clothing for OCS Drive
Clothing Bank: Saturday, Oct 18 from 3 - 6pm and Sunday, Oct 19 from 11 am - 4 pm, Orcas Christian School -- from Vala Ross, Orcas Christian School -- Orcas Christian School is now accepting donations of gently used clothing for our Annual Clothing Bank. Please bring donations to
Letter to Editor: OIFF a Success
-- from Anne Marie Shanks -- The Orcas Film Festival was a terrific success. I was able to attend three excellent films. What a treat. Thanks so much to all the people who worked so hard on this event and all the sponsors. We loved it! Next year we will
LWV Orcas Forum: Replace the 2009 Levy Lid Lift?
-- by Margie Doyle -- Mike Thomas, left, and Nick Jones debate San Juan County Proposition 1 County Proposition 1 on the November election ballot would renew taxes to fund Senior Services, Parks, Extension Services (including 4-H), Victim Services, Public Health and Corrections in San Juan County. The
Public Invited to Vote-counting Test
Thursday, Oct. 16 at 11 a.m. at the County Elections Office in Friday Harbor -- from San Juan County -- Testing of the counting voting equipment for the November 4 General Election is open to the public. A “Logic and Accuracy” test of ballot tabulating equipment used in San
Geddes Returns to School!
Geddes Martin, Chef of Inn at Ship Bay -- by Madie Murray -- If you have ever enjoyed a meal at the Inn at Ship Bay, then you have experienced food at its finest. Farm to Cafeteria is proud to announce that Geddes Martin, chef extraordinaire at Inn
Orcas Island Film Fest Review: Deux Jours Une Nuit
-- by Paula Treneer -- Deux Jours Une Nuit (Two Days One Night): Social realist drama shows Marion Cotillard at her finest Orcas Island Film Fest The gripping drama directed by Belgium’s Dardenne brothers features an ordinary woman played subtly but unglamorously by the beautiful Oscar award winner
Our Whole Lives Sexuality Education Program – Parent Info Meeting Tonight
Tuesday, October 14, 6:30 pm at OPALCO's meeting room -- from Suzanne Olson -- Sandi Burt, MSW, Suzanne Olson and Serena Burman will be teaching the OWL Program again this year for 7-9th graders. Parents can learn more at the parent information meeting Tuesday, October 14th at 6:30pm at the OPALCO
