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.”
Book Lovers’ Dream: It’s Almost Library Fair
Saturday, August 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Orcas Library – from Sandra Wilson – The Orcas Island Public Library will be the scene of the 58th Annual Library Fair on the second Saturday of August. For this year that makes it August 9. Location? At the Library itself. Time?
Get Your Gyro On at Doe Bay
Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17, 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Doe Bay -- from Mia Munroe -- You are invited to join me and another lovely group of Gyro-lovers ranging from teacher trainer to beginning students within the magical setting of Doe Bay. This is the 5th year
The Fair is Coming! So Much To Do!
Wednesday, August 13 — Saturday, August 16, 2014, San Juan County Fairgrounds -- from Reve Shannon -- Farm-tastic Fun is the name of the game at the San Juan County Fair, Wednesday, August 13 through Saturday, August 16, 2014. This community celebration located within walking distance of Friday Harbor on
Wounded Warrior Project Riders to Visit San Juan
Saturday, August 9, 10:05, San Juan Island -- from Sheila Harley, PIO, San Juan Island Fire Rescue -- Again this year, the Wounded Warrior Project will visit Friday Harbor as part of Soldier Ride Seattle this Saturday, August 9. The cyclists will arrive in Friday Harbor on the 10:05 a.m.
Weekend Ferry Alert for Doe Bay Fest
-- from Washington State Ferries – Beginning Thursday, August 7 through Sunday, August 10, the annual Doe Bay Fest will take place on Orcas Island. Customers can expect increased traffic from Anacortes to Orcas due to this event. On Thursday and Friday, Aug. 7 and 8, the 6:45 p.m. sailing
Sheriff’s Report: July 31 – August 5, 2014
-- from Undersheriff Bruce Distler -- JULY 31, 2014 14-004454: Deputies responded to a reported Domestic Situation on Orcas Island. Intoxicated Adult males were having a loud verbal disagreement. 14-004493: Deputies responded to a Citizen dispute on Orcas Island. The incident was resolved. AUGUST 1, 2014 14-004497: Deputies responded to
Head of San Juans’ LWV Testifies at Cherry Point Hearing
On July 24, League of Women Voters of the San Juans’ president, Diane Martindale testified at the Seattle Cherry Point Dock DEIS (draft environmental impact statement) Rally and Hearing. Below is the text of her speech. (Click here to see the PDF of her speech with footnotes and sources included).
Kings Football is Back: More Participants Needed
-- from Kim Ihlenfeldt -- Starting this week, we are pleased to announce the return of Kings Football. This year’s team will be playing in the NCYFL Midget category with games in Friday Harbor and on the mainland. League play will be for ages 9 and 10; both boys and
Free Tooth Extraction Clinic
Thursday, August 14, 2014 -- from Terri Triplett -- Dr. Triplett’s dental office at 445 Madrona Street in Eastsound is reserving Thursday, August 14 for free extractions for Orcas and Shaw residents in need. Services are limited to both routine and surgical extractions (including wisdom teeth). To make an appointment
Naturalist’s Notebook: Where Have All the Dogfish Gone?
-- from Russel Barsh -- Spiny Dogfish (Squalus acanthias) were historically one of the most abundant sharks in the world, including the Salish Sea. They hunt the seafloor like halibut, Pacific cod, and rockfish, but only in relatively shallow coastal waters, avoiding most of the open oceans. They can wander
Attention Seniors: Hearts and Hands Can Help
-- from Didier Gincig -- Attention Seniors: If you or anyone you know could benefit from a little friendly help and companionship, please contact Didier Gincig at the Hearts and Hands office 376-7723 or e-mail him at heartsandhands@orcasonline.com. Trained volunteers are available for friendly visits, meal preparation, transportation, shopping/errands, respite
OIFR Schedules Emergency Drill
-- from Pat Ayers -- In cooperation with the Port of Orcas, Orcas Island Fire & Rescue will be conducting an "all hazards" emergency response drill this Thursday, August 7 from 6:00 p.m. until approximately 8:00 p.m. The drill is designed to maintain and improve our response abilities in EMS,
Larsen Leads Primary Election
-- from Brooke Davis, Citizens to Elect Rick Larsen -- Everett, WA – Today Rick Larsen celebrates leading in the Primary Election with 56 percent of the vote. Larsen will face Republican BJ Guillot in the General Election on November 4th. “Thank you to all of my supporters and the
Mister Sister’s Hipster Wedding
-- by Cara Russell -- Photo: Sarah Natasha Photography Rumor is that 14 weddings took place on Orcas Island on Saturday July 26. Here’s my experience at of one of those weddings—my older brother's. On Thursday night, July 24, Matt was taken out for his bachelor party. Donned
Missing Oregon Woman: Might She Be Here?
-- by Lin McNulty -- UPDATE: Tuesday, August 5, 2014, 4 p.m. Officials are reporting the body of Jennifer Huston has been located in Yamhill County Oregon. Jennifer Huston, missing Dundee, Oregon woman. National media attention on the missing woman from Dundee, Oregon, Jennifer Huston, is now focused
Five Reasons to Go to the Orcas Chamber Music Festival
-- by Brigid Ehrmantraut -- The 17th season of the annual Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival is fast approaching and it looks like a wonderful series of programs are headed our way. This summer, I have the honor of being the Festival's first-ever Intern and here are five of my
