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
OIFR to Offer Complimentary Inspections
-- from Chief Kevin O'Brien -- Temporary Fire Inspector R.J. Myers As a courtesy to the community of Orcas Island, Orcas Island Fire and Rescue (OIFR) will be providing a pilot program of complimentary fire safety inspections to island businesses at no charge. Fire safety inspections reduce fire
ATOI’s Love Song to Usher in Autumn
7:30 pm at the Grange opening September 12th with additional performances on September 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 and closing Sunday, September 28th. -- from Doug Bechtel -- The Actors Theater of Orcas Island (ATOI) announces seven performances of the play Love Song by John Kolvenback. Love Song tells the story
State Supreme Court Holds Legislature in Contempt
-- from Governor Jay Inslee’s Communications Office -- Statement from Gov. Inslee on today’s Supreme Court order regarding McCleary “Today, the state of Washington has been held in contempt for failing to provide the Supreme Court with the education funding plan it has ordered. This unprecedented action by the Supreme
OPALCO Board Meeting
Thursday, September 18, 8:30 a.m., Friday Harbor OPALCO office -- from Bev Madan -- The OPALCO Board of Directors will hold its regularly scheduled meeting Thursday, September 18 at the Friday Harbor OPALCO office. The meeting will begin at 8:30 am. Members are welcome to attend.
James Lee Stanley Returns to Orcas!
Thursday, Sept. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall -- from Sharon Abreu -- I'm excited to let everyone know that James Lee Stanley is finally coming back to Orcas for a concert. James was supposed to come in June of last year. His back went out and
Another Amazing “Fifth Season” for School Lunches
Rob Harlow of Black Dog Farm, delivers boxes of garlic, beets, tomatoes, apples, peppers, basil and sweet onions to the school loading dock for Farm to Cafeteria's Fifth Season. -- by Madie Murray -- The term “Fifth Season” is used as a way to say we are figuratively
Council Commemoration of September 11, 2001
-- from San Juan County Council -- A day that will never be forgotten. A day that changed all of our lives. We, in San Juan County, were far removed from the destruction and death that rained down on the people of New York, the Pentagon, and Flight 93. We
Council Hears Updates at Afternoon Session
-- by Margie Doyle -- Updates on recent Orcas Island developments highlighted the Sept. 9 afternoon session of the San Juan County Council at the Eastsound Fire Hall. Before hearing from Orcas Recycling Services (ORS), the Library, and plans about parking at Orcas Landing, re-location of the Dog Park, and
Fun Fundraiser: Ron Krebs for Sheriff
Thursday, September 18, 5 – 6:30 p.m., Random Howse -- from Marilyn Parman -- Deputy Ron Krebs This is the date to remember and it will be a memorable time for all. Enjoy the gourmet food of Random Howse while the newly formed Triple Play Jazz Trio, professional
New Ferries’ Head Announced by WSDOT
-- from Lars Erickson, for WSDOT communications -- Today [Sept. 10] Lynn Peterson, Secretary of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), announced the appointment of Lynne Griffith as Assistant Secretary for the Washington State Ferries Division. She officially begins her leadership role next month with responsibilities including guiding the
Habitat Truck Coming Back to Orcas
Monday, September 22: 9 a.m. – Noon, Island Market, 12:30 – 3 p.m., Transfer Station -- from Jim Duffield -- On the 22nd of September, the Skagit Habitat for Humanity Store truck will be back on Orcas Island to accept your donations of building materials, appliances, furniture, windows and doors,
L-pod Has a New Baby!
-- by Lin McNulty, with Orca Conservancy and Center for Whale Research -- [metaslider id=31621] "Yeah! Great news!" reported the Center for Whale Research on Friday Harbor. They finally have a new calf in L-pod. The proud mother is 23-year-old L86, and this is her second calf. She was seen
Busy, Productive County Council Tuesday Morning Session
-- by Lin McNulty -- Following a quick approval of minutes, and a few routine housekeeping items, the County Council on Tuesday opened their meeting on Orcas for Citizen's Access Time. Pierette Guimond announced that island cemeteries now have a website which contains much historical information. Dan Wilk of Ecliipse
Orcas Library Seeks New Trustee
-- from Rachel Newcombe -- The Orcas Island Public Library is seeking a new trustee to begin serving Jan. 1, 2015. The length of the term is five years. The board is composed of five members who have the charge of planning the direction of the library services, making sure
The Loft at Madrona is Now Open!
-- from Monica Duthie -- Steve and Monica Duthie are excited to announce the opening of their new addition, The Loft at Madrona. They have completely updated and refinished the previous Allium and former Christina's restaurant. The space has been beautifully transformed into a modern and elegant dining experience. The
Supreme Court Considers Radical Measures to Ensure Education
By John Stang for Crosscut.com There are the "going nuclear" options. And there's the "trust us" scenario. Washington's Supreme Court quizzed attorneys Wednesday about the best ways for the court to make sure state legislators will comply with its 2012 ruling that the state meet its constitutional duty to provide
