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
Practical Woo Woo
Tuesdays, 1 p.m. –4 p.m., Darvills -- by Cara Russell -- Anna Bixel Vast. Photo: Cara Russell Anna Bixel Vast has a special talent, a twist to her. “I can see your aura,” she says with a delightful smile that radiates from her entire face. Vast is now
Education Foundation Turns 30
-- from Janet Brownell -- Orcas Island Education Foundation -- now 30 years old! This year is the Orcas Island Education Foundation's (OIEF) 30th Anniversary. The foundation was created by a forward-thinking group of parents and citizens. Kathy Youngren, its founder and first Board President, remembers, "We had
Youth Leaders Survey Local Stores
-- from Julie Pinardi, Orcas Island School District Youth Leader -- Students from Circle and Point Blank at Orcas Schools conduct a survey of local stores that sell alcohol. The 8th grade girls leadership group called "Circle" and the high school group "Point Blank" find local stores in
Land Bank Native Plant Nursery Presentation
Monday, June 16 at 3:30 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall -- by Jennifer Brennock -- The Orcas Master Gardeners will host San Juan County Land Steward Eliza Habegger to discuss a new project in the county: a wildflower nursery. The presentation will be held on June 16 at 3:30pm
Sheriff Takes Delivery of New Public Safety Boat
-- from San Juan County Communications -- The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office has officially taken delivery of the Sentinel, a new 38’ X 12’ Munson catamaran equipped as a patrol/rescue and fire-fighting boat. The new craft is equipped with a pump capable of directing 1500 gallons of water per
And Harry Turns 92
-- by Lin McNulty -- Photo credit: Chuck Briggs Monday night at the American Legion came alive and sizzled with the celebration of the 92nd birthday of WWII veteran Harry Patton. The planned surprise party was not a total surprise, as Harry came into contact with someone earlier
Rick Larsen Hears About Shipping, Growlers and Immigration
-- by Margie Doyle -- Orcas voters hang on to Larsen's response at his kick-off campaign appearance Representative Rick Larsen of the 2nd District kicked off his campaign for re-election in a public appearance at the Odd Fellows Hall on Sunday, June 1. Community members from Lopez and
Ferries’ Chief Candidates Come to Friday Harbor
-- from Rick Hughes -- Candidates for WSF head George Capacci and John Ladenberg answer questions from the public Washington State Ferries (WSF) candidates for CEO of the division within the State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) George Capacci and John Ladenberg answered questions on Monday, June 9 about
OPALCO Passes BPA Rebates to Friday Harbor Labs
-- from Suzanne Olson -- Professor Adam Summers, UW Friday Harbor Laboratories Interim Director Billie Swalla, OPALCO Energy Savings Specialist Elisa Howard and UW Dean of the College of the Environment and Prentice and Virginia Bloedel Professor Lisa J. Graumlich gather for the award presentation on the deck of
Whidbey Food Author to Visit San Juans
Thursday, June 19, Orcas Food Co-op at lunchtime for a casual conversation; Emmanuel Church Hall, 7 p.m.; Reception/Book Signing at Darvill’s, 8 p.m. -- from Gretchen Krampf -- Thrive San Juan Islands welcomes best-selling South Whidbey author, Vicki Robin to San Juan, Lopez and Orcas Islands in mid-June. Vicki will
Energy Fair on Orcas: We Meet the Challenge
-- by Margie Doyle -- Photos: The featured image shows OPALCO retiring Manager Randy Cornelius, SJ Conservation District Director Linda Lyshall (who led the efforts for the three-island Energy Fairs), and OPALCO consultant Jay Kimball. Photo collage above shows, clockwise from top right: John Mottl's RainShadow Solar booth; future OPALCO
Ferry Alert: Hyak and Evergreen State Running Late
-- from Washington State Ferries -- UPDATE: Monday, June 9, 1:37 p.m. The Hyak and the Evergreen State continue to run 45 to 60 minutes behind schedule due to heavy vehicle traffic loading the vessels and a medical emergency onboard the Hyak. Updates will occur as more information becomes available.
Actors Theater Announces Summer Schedule
-- from Doug Bechtel -- This summer the Actors Theater of Orcas Island will present four shows—three as Readers Theater at Random Howse, and a full production at the Grange. First up is a Readers Theater production of the comedy Burying Aunt Beulah by Joni Hilton. This award-winning play tells what
OASIS High School Graduates Choose Alternative Path
OASIS Alternative Education graduates with their teachers. From left, Denis Riordan, Jill Sherman, Melissa Lewis and Corey Wiscomb -- by Margie Doyle -- Orcas Alternative Student-Initiated Studies (OASIS) High School students Denis Riordan and Melissa Price celebrated their graduation on Saturday, June 7 at the Episcopal Parish Hall
Cancer Support Group Meets Thursday
-- by Sue Lewis -- The Cancer Support Group will meet on Thursday, June 12 at 5 p.m. in the Fireside Room of Orcas Island Community Church. This is a monthly, no cost, confidential support group for anyone touched by cancer whether personally, as family member, friend, caregiver or in
OIFR Responds to House Fire in View Haven Neighborhood
-- from Orcas Fire and Rescue Chief Kevin O'Brien -- Orcas Fire and Rescue crews responded to this house fire in the View Haven neighborhood early Sunday morning. At approximately 12 midnight on Sunday, June 8, Orcas Firefighters responded to the View Haven neighborhood for the report of
