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
Solstice Parade Route Changes
Saturday, June 21, noon, Eastsound -- from Penny Sky -- The annual Solstice Parade, scheduled for Saturday, June 21 at noon, will make a slight diversion around the block at Teezer's and back around into the Village Green, as shown in this map. The Parade starts at the Odd Fellows
Local Author Tells Stories from History in New Textbook
Book signing at Darvill's Wednesday, June 25 at 6 p.m. -- by Margie Doyle -- David Turnoy, Teacher, Historian and Author of American Tales Local author David Turnoy is convinced that stories will teach the lessons of history better than dry, factually overburdened textbooks. And so this retired
Guest Column: Learnings From the View Haven House Fire
-- from Paul Kamin, General Manager, Eastsound Water Users Association -- This week I had the privilege of participating in the Orcas Island Fire Department’s review of the 322 View Haven house fire. I found it amazing that just after midnight on a Sunday morning OIFD was able to mobilize
Pawliticians Hope to be Reigning Cat or Dog
-- from Susan Anderson -- Four canines and a feline are contending for Honorary Mayor of Eastsound this year. Current leader of the pack, Jack, is highly popular for his “Visionary” slogan; Morgan’s supporters say they like his youthful enthusiasm; Phoebe has already sewed up the “under 5” vote and
Noxious Weed Alert: This Time it’s Scotch Broom
-- from Gwen Stamm -- Scotch Broom (Cytisus scoparius) is an invasive, many-branched shrub with green stems and bright yellow flowers, typically blooming from April to June and visible to us all from county roads. It is classified as a Class B noxious weed in Washington State and control is
Hypodermic Syringe Found in Sunken Park
-- from Sheriff Rob Nou -- A used hypodermic syringe was found discarded Thursday in Sunken Park [in downtown Friday Harbor]. The discovery was reported to the Sheriff’s Office and the syringe promptly removed and properly discarded by the responding deputy. Any used syringe poses a potential health risk and
The School Garden – Almost Three Years Later
Many hands and backs turned a lot of soil How It's Grown - Thanks to SO MANY! -- from Madie Murray -- It has been about three years and a lot of events - from the first turn of the soil by hand to create the expanded school
Lynn Starrett Memorial Service June 23
-- from Stewart Mehlman -- There will be a Memorial Service for Lynn Starrett at Emmanuel Episcopal Parish of Orcas Island on Monday June 23, 2014 at 2:00 PM. A reception will follow in the parish hall. Lynn Starrett, 78, of Olga, WA, formerly of Chicago, passed away on March
Editorial: Why Does Ferry Ticket Fraud Remain a Mystery?
-- by Lin McNulty -- On June 3, Orcas Issues made a Public Records Request to San Juan County Sheriff's Office regarding the mysterious, unauthorized use of Washington State Ferry WAVE2GO tickets. We, in turn, received two reports with dates of January 31, 2014 and March 21, 2014. We were
WSF Schedules Community Meetings
Wednesday, June 25, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., County Council Chambers -- from Washington State Ferries -- Join Washington State Ferries at community meetings this summer to discuss route-specific issues, liquefied natural gas, new vessel construction and long-range planning. Community meetings are hosted twice a year to discuss current issues
Fur and Feathers 4-H Club Offers Dinner Tomorrow
Wednesday, June 18, 5:30–7 p.m., Orcas Senior Center Please join the Fur and Feathers 4-H club for a delicious dinner on Wednesday, June 18 at the Orcas Senior Center. Dinner is served between 5:30-7:00pm Cream of Carrot soup Local green salad with balsamic vinaigrette Pulled Pork w/ Macaroni & Cheese
State Social & Health Services to Visit Orcas
Tuesday, June 24 & Wednesday, June 25 at the Community Church The WA State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Mobile Community Service Office is coming to Eastsound on June 24 and June 25 , 2014. DSHS workers will conduct application interviews for food and cash as well as
USS Nimitz Visits San Juans
-- by Lin McNulty -- Photos by Brad Patton. Perhaps in homage to Harry Patton's recent 92nd birthday, it seems the USS Nimitz paid a recent visit to the East side of Orcas, passing by the Pea Pods. "Quite a sight!" related Harry after he saw the carrier
“Earthy” Eastsound Water Smell Still Safe
-- from Paul Kamin -- Eastsound Water Users Association (EWUA) has had four calls related to an uncommon odor in the water. The odor was first noticed on Sunday midday, and several calls came in on Monday morning. The water was described as smelling “earthy” or “like algae” What’s going
Chamber Music Fest Adds Miró Beethoven Concert Seating
Monday, June 23; Tuesday, June 24; Wednesday, June 25; and Saturday, June 28 at 7:00 pm, with the final concert Sunday, June 29 at 4:00 pm., Orcas Center -- from Joyce Stone -- Due to fantastic audience response, Stage Seating has been added to the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival’s
Rosario Area Drug And Gun Bust Suspect Has Hearing in Court
-- by Margie Doyle -- Geiser Way house, subject of criminal activity investigation David A. Andreev, arrested at 299 Geiser Way in the Rosario area on Friday, June 13, made a preliminary appearance at the San Juan County Courthouse today [Monday, June 16]. During the brief appearance a
