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“No protracted war can fail to endanger the freedom of a democratic country.”
ALEXIS DE TOCQUEVILLE
County Measles Health Alert
Measles (MMR) Immunization - call 378-4474 for appointment -- from San Juan County Health Department , updated April 10-- The San Juan County Health Department urges all parents to ensure that they and their children are fully immunized against measles at this time. If you or your child, older than
Community Rallied; Now Congress & Senate Members Step In to Help Nuñez
-- by Lin McNulty -- In response to numerous letters, phone calls, and email from concerned Orcas Islanders to local Senators and Representatives, the following letter has been sent to Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Jeh Johnson, on behalf of Benjamin Nuñez Marquez. Mr. Nuñez has been employed at West
UUF Celebration: Bring Your Poems
Sunday, April 13, 11:30-12:30, Emmanuel Episcopal Church -- from Suzanne Olson -- Please join us for our Annual Poetry Celebration! The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship is hosting its annual celebration of poetry on Sunday, April 13th from 11:30 - 12:30 at Benson Hall (Emmanuel Episcopal Church). Bring a poem (or two,
Olga Spring Potluck this Saturday!
Saturday, April 12 Please join the Olga Community Club for its spring potluck this Saturday, April 12 at the Olga Community (Energetic) Club, Olga Road. Bring a dish to share, a place setting and enjoy the company of your neighbors as well as new people. Everyone is welcome! Social hour begins
Eric Webb Asked to Be School Superintendent
On Tuesday, April 8, the the Orcas Island School District Board came out of their earlier Executive Session and reconvened the Special Meeting. A motion was then made by Tony Ghazel and seconded by Chris Sutton to offer an employment contract for District Superintendent to Eric Webb, pending mutual agreement
Hunt for Easter Eggs with the Lions
Saturday, April 19, 10 a.m., Camp Orkila -- from Kim Rose -- The Orcas Island Lion’s Club is pleased to announce that the 2014 Easter egg hunt will take place at Camp Orkila at 10 a.m. on April 19th. All are welcome to this free, fun filled event for kids
April Poetry: Yes
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. YES -- by Nancy Reas -- Today everything I see asks me to say Yes Yes to the gold light on the firs
Farm to Classroom Fundraiser
Wednesday, April 9, from 5:30 - 7 p.m. in the School Cafeteria Chef Zach will be preparing a delicious taco dinner with all the amenities for parents, kids and community. Bring your appetite! This is a fun and delicious fundraiser to support curriculum development and classroom activities in the K-6
PeaceHealth Invokes Measles Precautions for Patients: Mask Up
Measles Precautions in Place at Peace Island Medical Center Masks Required for Those with Symptoms -- from Amy Cloud -- In an effort to protect vulnerable patients from measles, anyone seeking care who has symptoms of the disease must wear a mask before entering PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center. Measles
Life Stories: Unraveling Our Own Life’s Journey in the Company of Other Curious Travelers
May 2-4 on Orcas Island -- from Kathi Ciskowski -- Kathi Ciskowski and Polly Sanford will lead a 3-day workshop Join facilitators Polly Sanford and Kathi Ciskowski for "Life Stories: Unraveling Our Own Life’s Journey in the Company of Other Curious Travelers," a workshop beginning Friday, May 2,
Job Recruiters Visit Orcas Wednesday
Wednesday, April 9, 9 a.m., Orcas Library -- from Travis Brown, Kelly Services -- Kelly Services from Olympia will be on Orcas tomorrow hiring for multiple positions at Glenwood Springs Hatchery. The positions are for 2-3 weeks (seasonal) and pay $9.32/hour. DESCRIPTION: Clipping the Adipose fin on fish for marking
BirdFest to Include a Parade (Of Course)
Saturday, April 12, 11 a.m., Eastsound -- from Orcas Chamber of Commerce -- Are you a Parade Phanatic? Love to dress up? Then grab your funny beak ... plump up your colorful plume ... and join in the fun. You are invited to join in the fun this Saturday at
Now It’s Time to Clean Up Moran
Saturday, April 12, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Moran State Park -- from Elizabeth Guerry -- You are invited to the Friends of Moran Annual Park Clean Up April 12th 9 am to 4pm Cascade Lake Day use area. Lunch generously and graciously provided by Karen and Ken Speck along
Letter to Editor: We Support Steve Hudson
-- from Susan and Bob Jarman -- San Juan County member/owners of the OPALCO Co-op are being asked to vote in two new board members. Ballots will be coming in the mail starting April 11th. Please take the time to seriously consider your choices. Steve Hudson was raised on San
Inter-island Evergreen State Out of Service
-- from Washington State Ferries -- UPDATE: 9:11 a.m. The 8:30 am Friday Harbor interisland sailing of the Evergreen State has been cancelled due to mechanical issues. Vessel crews are assessing the problem and performing repairs. Updates will occur as more information becomes available.
Letter to Editor: Urge Support of Levy
-- from John Evans -- I am writing to urge our community on Orcas to vote in favor of the Fire/EMS levy. Wanda and I have first hand experience with the Department. I was a volunteer fire fighter for 15 years and Wanda was an EMT for 13 years. We
