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
Test Your Water’s Health
-- from Emillie Novak, Updated May 28 at 3:30 p.m. -- Do you ever wonder if the water you are drinking is the water your body needs to thrive and avoid chronic disease? We would love to have you come to an educational demonstration and bring your own water to
Youth Conservation Corps Ready to Start Work!
-- by Margie Doyle -- Last year's fledgling Orcas Island Youth Conservation Corps, with crew leaders Marta and Phil Branch Fifteen fortunate young people will work this summer to conserve nature on Orcas Island. Mary Gropp is the new Program Director of the two-year old Orcas Island Youth
Fire Chief’s Report: April 1 — April 30, 2014
-- from Chief Kevin O'Brien -- Fire Chief’s Goals and Priorities for 2014 Execute the mission of OIFR through the direction of the Board of Commissioners Improve and maintain fiscal accountability for all OIFR operations • Provide positive leadership for OIFR and our community Improve reliability and performance for OIFR
Open Letter to Council Re: Stolen Ferry Rides
-- from Peter Bohr -- To: Bob Jarman Rick Hughes Jamie Stephens Dear County Councilmen, At my behest, the Islands Sounder and Orcas Issues each recently published articles regarding the ongoing thefts of multi-ride cards on the Washington State Ferries. Hopefully, you read the articles and are aware of the
Tuesday Morning Ferry Delays
-- from Washington State Ferries (WSF) -- UPDATE: 1:23 p.m. The Hyak continues to operate approximately 40 minutes behind schedule due to earlier operational delays. The Evergreen State is approximately 30 minutes behind schedule. The 9:35 a.m. sailing from Lopez to Anacortes is delayed approximately 25-30 minutes due to operational
Public Meetings to Form San Juan Islands National Monument Policy
-- from Marcia deChadenedes, San Juan Islands National Monument Manager -- The BLM is hosting gatherings to share and discuss our draft San Juan Islands National Monument Interim Management Policy. As a draft, the document is not complete without your input and feedback. We will integrate responses over the next
Town Hall Focus: Upgrade, But Don’t Change Anything
-- by Lin McNulty -- After spending most of the day at the County Council Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, May 20, I left in a state of exhaustion and awe. Our Council Members are expected (required) to have their busy fingers in hundreds of pies at any given time.
Doing “The Bite”
-- by Cara Russell -- Under a big white tent and with the purchase of a dozen tickets, I made my way inside the crowded carnival of aromas, to sample the different cuisines that Orcas Island restaurants (and brewery) had to offer. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday,
A Plethora of Photos of Pets on Parade
-- by Cara Russell -- A herd of goats created a bit of a traffic jam at the Orcas Island Public School on Saturday morning. It took a lot of coaxing and pushing by their handlers to get them on the move as Orcas Island animals of all kinds participated
Guest Column: Urgent Notice about Swallows
-- from Howie Rosenfeld -- Over the last few years, I've noticed a steady decline in our swallow population. Then I heard a Radio CBC program that verified my observation. It said Tree Swallows have declined dramatically and many have lost 10% of body mass. An article online said Barn
NASA Scientist Chris McKay Visits OIHS
-- by Michael Riordan -- NASA planetary scientist Chris McKay fields yet another question from an OIHS student On Monday [May 19], over 100 students and teachers at Orcas Island High School were treated to a wide-ranging account of the search for life in Antarctica, on Mars and
Salmonberry To Host Community Sing-a-long and Open House
Wednesday, June 4, 4-6 p.m., Salmonberry School -- from Paul Freedman -- Salmonberry School invites the Orcas Island Community to an all-ages family music event, potluck dinner and open house on Wednesday, June 4 from 4-6 PM. All are welcome and encouraged to bring an instrument or just your voice,
The Orcas Workshop Brings Craftsmen and Families Together
-- by Cara Russell -- Lila and Ezra Richardson, with their children at the Orcas Workshop Ezra and Lila Richardson, owners of the family business the Orcas Workshop Storefront and Showroom, will be offering a unique line of outdoor family furniture, at their seasonal shop across from the
Poppies: the Flower of Memorial Day
-- by Margie Doyle -- Velma Doty gives Memorial Day poppy to Andy Willard and his daughter Keagan Memorial Day will be observed at American Legion Post 93 in Eastsound with a commemorative Memorial Exhibit on Sunday and Memorial Day Monday, May 25 & 26, from noon to
OPALCO Pleased with Updated County Franchise Agreement
-- from Suzanne Olson -- OPALCO is pleased that the San Juan County Council [on Tuesday] unanimously approved an update to our franchise agreement with the County. The franchise agreement allows OPALCO to install various types of equipment within County roads and rights of way, and today's update adds wireless
UUF Service: Our Relationship to Animals
Sunday, May 25, 11:30 a.m., Benson Hall -- from Margot Shaw -- This Sunday, 11:30, Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Benson Hall. Three extraordinary women, Leslie Liddle, Kate Wood and Shona Aitken, will share how they connect with the animals they work with. Leslie says: “Once a safe connection is made…..a potentially
