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
State Superintendent Randy Dorn on the Supreme Court’s McCleary Order
-- from the Office of Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction -- [On] September 11, the Supreme Court released its most recent order pertaining to McCleary v. Washington, the 2012 decision which held that the state isn’t adequately funding basic education. Below is a statement from State Superintendent Randy Dorn
The Exchange/ORS Launches New Website
-- from Pete Moe -- The Exchange/ORS is excited to announce the launch of an all-new, totally revamped Website at www.exchangeorcas.org. The new site, designed by Darin Leong at Blooming Mind Media and Erika Ekram at Odelae Design, not only provides basic info like hours of operation, location, pricing—it provides
Memorial Service for Laura Eagan Planned
Laura Egan1955 – 2014 A Memorial Service in Celebration of the Loving Life of Laura Robinson Eagan, September 9, 1955 – July 27, 2014, will be held on September 14, 2014 at 3 p.m. at the Episcopal Church on Orcas Island. A Reception will follow the Memorial Service.
Sea View Red Carpet Gala: Retro Hollywood Party
Sunday, September 14, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m., Sea View Theatre DRESS TO EXCESS OR COME AS YOUR FAVORITE HOLLYWOOD STAR! -- from Donna Laslo -- The Sea View Theatre is having a party to celebrate the Cinema and our community who saved the Sea View Theatre. We will start
Managing Your Golden Years Seminar
Wednesday – Thursday, September 17 – 18, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Senior Center -- from Marla Johns, Orcas Senior Services Coordinator -- The public is invited and encouraged to attend a free* educational seminar on “Managing Your Golden Years.” Sponsored by members of the Orcas CARES Coalition (Lahari, Orcas
The First Painting of the New Senior Barn
-- by Lin McNulty -- OHS Seniors painting the new barn: from left Jake Zier, Braden Smith William Coe and Melanie Flint. Photo: Margie Doyle Orcas High School Senior Class of 2015 has the first honor of painting the new Senior Barn. For longer than some can remember,
Deputy Scott Johanson Retires After 30 Years
-- from San Juan County Deputy Sheriff's Guild -- Scott Johanson, In service 07/26/1984, out of service 09/01/2014 On July 26th 1984 the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office grew by one. Sheriff Ray Sheffer hired Scott Johanson as a temporary deputy. After working a variety of odd jobs
JP and Those OK Rhythm Boys Return Home
Saturday, September 20, 6 – 8 p.m., Random Howse -- from Anita Orne -- Come on down to Random Howse on September 20, the Last Saturday Before the Equinox and enjoy an evening of tunes from JP and the OK Rhythm Boys. JP, Gordon, and Anita have had a busy
Orcas Cancer Suport Group Joins Relay for Life
--- by Sue Lewis -- The Orcas Island Cancer Support Group is excited to participate in the Relay For Life to be held in Friday Harbor on Saturday, September 27 from 3 to 11 p.m. This event celebrates life in more than one way. It is not necessary to enter
Fall Sports Underway!
-- by Justin Paulsen for Orcas Booster Club -- The sun is setting earlier and the nights are getting cooler, but Orcas Viking Athletics are just starting to get fired up! The season is officially underway and your Viking Student Athletes are hard at work representing Orcas Island on the
Love Song is Captivating
-- a review by Lin McNulty -- [metaslider id=31695] If you work nights, call in sick and play hooky so you can see Love Song on stage at The Grange. If you don't work nights, just get a ticket at Darvills, from orcasactors.com, or take a chance that it won't
Sheriff’s Report: September 3 — September 9, 2014
-- from Undersheriff Bruce Distler -- September 4, 2014 14-005492: Theft—A San Juan Island Deputy responded to a reported theft of jewelry, medications and other items from a vehicle parked in Friday Harbor. The case remains under investigation. 14-005508: Communications Problem—A Lopez Deputy responded to the School District Office concerning
911 Center Getting Upgrade
-- from Sheriff Rob Nou -- Beginning September 15, the 9-1-1 Center located in the Sheriff’s Office will be undergoing renovations including new radio consoles and a new E-9-1-1 phone system. As these vital upgrades are being installed, Dispatch will be temporarily relocated to the Emergency Operations Center. This temporary
International Day of Peace Celebration
Saturday, September 20, 1 – 2 pm, Village Green Stage -- from Mandy Troxel -- [metaslider id=31603] Join the Salmonberry School families for a favorite yearly tradition in honor of the International Day of Peace: setting our intentions for peace in every region of the world. Music by Tom Rawson,
Orcas Island Garden Club Starts a New Year
-- by Jan Jacobson -- September 17, 2014 begins the 2014/2015 Garden Club year at 10 a.m., in the Madrona Room of Orcas Center. Many exciting speakers await you this year. First up is Elisabeth Marshall with "Spectacular Peonies." Everyone loves peonies. Not only are they beautiful but, as it
Letter to the Editor: Community Solar for China
-- from Joy Hughes -- It's great to see that OPALCO is bringing community solar to the San Juan Islands! And it's scary to see Asia's demand for fossil fuels create pressure for exports through the Pacific Northwest, threatening both the environment of the Salish Sea and the world's climate.
