Here’s a thought…
“It doesn’t take a hero to order men into battle. It takes a hero to be one of those men who goes into battle.”
Guest Opinion: County Workers Reject Increased Expenses, Reduced Coverage, Low COLAs
-- from Colin Maycock, President Local 1849 -- Faced with further erosion of heath care benefits and low cost-of-living wage adjustments compared to senior management, county workers of Local 1849 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFL-CIO) rejected the County’s recent contract proposal. A key disagreement
Letter to the Editor: Monday Night Meeting for Orca Relief
Monday, December 15, from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at the Orcas Island Library -- from Bruce J. Stedman, Executive Director, Orca Relief Citizens’ Alliance ~ Hosted by Bruce & Christina Orchid ~ We all know how serious the situation is for these whales which are iconic throughout the Puget Sound.
Ebey’s Reserve Citizens File Suit Against Realtors for Growler Noise
-- from Citizens of Ebey's Reserve -- This is to inform you that a class action law suit has been filed against realtors to recover lost property value for home owners under EA-18 Growler flight paths surrounding the Naval Air Station, Whidbey Island. A class action law suit has been filed
Second Benefit Shows for The Exchange Coming Up
Saturday, December 20, 9 p.m., Lower Tavern -- from Pete Moe, Orcas Recycling -- On Saturday night, Dec. 20, Orcas’ own Splinters will be playing the Lower Tavern to benefit The Exchange. The Splinters, a pop/punk rock band, will play around 9 pm, and will likely be joined by a
House Move Scheduled for Tuesday
Tuesday, December 16, 10 a.m., Lovers Lane -- from Lisa Garner, Nickel Bros. -- Nickel Bros House Moving is set to move a house on Tuesday, December 16. The barge will be offloading the house at approximately 10:00 am and the house will travel down the Orcas Airport runway beginning
Rosario’s Christmas Trees Help Local Causes
Beauty and tradition combine to bring the Christmas spirit to the Rosario Mansion Christmas trees return to light up the Moran Mansion at Rosario Resort & Spa throughout the holidays until New Years Day, 2015. The trees in the lobby of the historic mansion are decorated by nine
December 16 & 18? Growlers Not So Quiet
-- from Mike Welding, Public Affairs Officer, NAS Whidbey -- Field Carrier Landing Practice (FCLP) operations for aircraft stationed at NAS Whidbey Island are scheduled to occur at the Outlying Field (OLF) in Coupeville, Wash., during the late afternoon of Dec. 16 and morning of Dec. 18, 2014. The FCLP
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
