Here’s a thought…
“No protracted war can fail to endanger the freedom of a democratic country.”
ALEXIS DE TOCQUEVILLE
April Poetry: Circles
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. CIRCLES -- by Nancy Reas -- A brown, dry leaf falls slowly to the grass below .....taking its time. There is no rush.
LWV Hosts State Officials at Vessel Traffic Forum
--from Sarah Crosby -- Pictured are Ed Kelm, pilot, Kim Abel LWVWA President, Pat Dickason, Vice-President and Lobby Team Chair, and Raelene Gold, League Natural Resources Lobbyist. The League of Women Voters took to the air a few days ago. Four members of the State League Board, traveled
Orcas High Wins Excellence Award
-- from the Office of the Superintendent for Public Instruction (OSPI) -- Orcas Island High School wins the Washington Achievement Award for Overall Excellence again! The Washington Achievement Awards celebrate the state’s top-performing schools and are given to the top five percent of all state schools. Awards are awarded based
Letter to the Editor: OPALCO 2014 Election
-- from Islands Energy Coalition -- Dear OPALCO members, We, the undersigned, are members of the Islands Energy Coalition (IEC), a coalition of individuals from throughout the San Juan’s. Our primary goal is to bring awareness to energy issues ranging from the global to the local. On April 14th we hosted
Special School Board Meeting Wednesday
Wednesday, April 24, 2014, 10 a.m., School Library Notice of a Special School Board Meeting for 2012 Bond - Bids AGENDA 10:00 am - CALL TO ORDER – Special Meeting in The School Library to review and discuss bids submitted 4/17/14 for the 2012 Bond Construction projects. ADJOURN *Indicates possible
Orcas Choral Students Entertain Madrona Club
-- from Kristen Wilson -- The Madrona Club of Orcas Island was treated to some beautiful music by Orcas School Music Director Pamela Wright and her music students at the Club’s monthly luncheon on Thursday, April 10. Students from the 5th-6th Grade Choir performed the haunting Shule Aroon, an 18th
Give Where You Live!
The Orcas Island Community Foundation is launching a new website! Grant Awards Celebration, Thursday, May 29, at 2 pm in the Madrona Room -- from Hilary Canty -- The Community Foundation’s Annual Grants Program has gone live on line. Click on www.giveorcas.org and see a full listing of the proposals
April Poetry: Tapestry
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. TAPESTRY -- by Ingrid Karnikis -- Let me be a weaver of words to make tapestries thick with color. I thread the warp
American Tug Spring Fling at Deer Harbor
Thursday-Sunday, April 24-27, Deer Harbor Marina -- from Steve Scruggs -- The Deer Harbor Marina will again host the local American Tug Owners’ and their fleet of tugs for "Spring Fling". This year a record 34 boats and 75 folks will be in attendance to celebrate the start of the
From Noah to Magnuson, Lummis Respect Native Homeland
-- by Margie Doyle -- Christopher and Mona Evans (foreground) sing with the Lummi visitors at the Odd Fellows Hall Lummi leaders came again to Orcas to thank supporters for their help in opposing the expansion of the Cherry Point Coal Terminal. They thanked those who came to
April Poetry: Tide Floated Boat
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. TIDE FLOATED BOAT -- by James McKeon -- The Tide floated boat Tugged its anchor line, The rising bow straining taut, Bridled like
Letter to Editor: Larsen’s Stand on Coal Exports Challenged
-- by Walter Corbin -- It is certainly appreciated that U.S. Representative Larsen visited the San Juan Islands recently. The environmental efforts that are made by our elected officials are surely welcomed by the San Juan Islands community. However, should that same area be cloaked with coal ash, airborne nitrous
Freedom is Not Free!
-- from Diane Baxter -- At this time we are preparing an exhibit to be displayed at the American Legion, 793 Crescent Beach Rd., Eastsound, for Memorial Day week. We are honored to have this opportunity to show our gratitude to those who have given their lives for our freedom
What’s Up With Dog Vaccinations?
-- from Gwen Stamm -- I grew up thinking that vaccinations for dogs were always a good thing. Recently when I adopted my first adult dog in 20 years I discovered that many of the earlier “best practices” on booster vaccinations for adult dogs were no longer valid. According to
Moran State Park: Calling all Volunteers!
-- from the Friends of Moran State Park -- Calling all Volunteers! We need more help, so bring a friend!! April 19th! Each summer season since 2007 the Friends of Moran have operated a small quaint gift shop in which all the proceeds benefit Moran State Park. The money raised
April Poetry: The Practice of Fishing
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. THE PRACTICE OF FISHING -- by Margie Doyle -- You need a sea .....No fluffy lake .....Waves breaking beyond waves You need the
