Here’s a thought…
“Live a balanced life. Learn some and think some, and draw and paint and sing and dance and play and work every day some.”
ROBERT FULGHUM
CSA Retains New Exec Administrator
-- from Jane Cable -- Kate Hansen Kate Hansen of Orcas Island has been retained as the Executive Administrator for the Common Sense Alliance (CSA). Kate has worked with multiple non-profits on Orcas and is a third generation islander who grew up in Rosario. She has a college
Personally Remembering Pete Seeger
-- from Sharon Abreu -- Today I mourn the passing and celebrate the life of Pete Seeger, who left this Earth at the age of 94. If ever there was a life well lived, it was Pete Seeger's. He was a true leader, a courageous activist. He was a mentor,
“I Love America” Concert at School
Thursday, January 30, 6:30 p.m., Orcas School Old Gym -- from Kristen Wilson -- More than 120 young Orcas students will lift their voices in songs about America at a concert on Thursday, January 30, at 6:30 p.m. in the old gym of the Orcas School. “Our kindergarten through 4th
Editorial: Does It Do Any Good to Growl?
-- by Lin McNulty -- Does it do any good to growl about the noise from the Growlers at Whidbey Naval Air Station? I hear it regularly, this thunderous roar that comes directly up East Sound from Whidbey Island. Residents on Lopez and Deer Harbor have reported that their windows
Spring Sports Just Around the Corner
Time to sign up! -- from Marcia West -- Baseball, softball, and t-ball season is almost here! We are preparing for our season, and planning for coaching, players, and equipment needs. If your child/children are interested in participating this year, please email us. All we need to know right now
County Parks Announces New Lopez Park Manager
-- from Stan Matthews -- County Parks announces the appointment of David St. George as the new Lopez Island Park Manager. David is a career Wildlife Biologist/Land Manager who has worked for public and private non-profit organizations for over 20 years. The position became available after the resignation of Charlie
Olympia: Giffords Advocates Expanded Gun Checks
--by Joel Connelly, SeattlePI.com -- Former Arizona Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, severely wounded in a 2011 mass shooting, will testify Tuesday in support of Washington Initiative 594, which would require criminal background checks of those purchasing firearms at gun shows or on-line. ... I-594 would close the so-called “gun show loophole”
Seahawks Soon to Return to San Juans
-- by Lin McNulty -- Adult Osprey. Photo: © Greg Lavaty Where do Seahawks go after the Super Bowl? Win or lose, at least a dozen (12th MAN!) nesting pairs, says local birder Barb Jenson, will migrate to the San Juan Islands. More commonly known as Osprey, the
Reminder: Seahawks Fans Photo-op at 12:12 p.m.
Friday, January 31, 12:12 p.m., Lower Tavern -- by Lin McNulty -- How many Orcas Seahawks fans can you cram into one parking lot? That is the challenge being put out by The Lower Tavern as they invite every 12th MAN on the island to show up for a group
New to Medicare?
Friday, January 31, 1 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Pegi Groundwater -- Friday, Jan. 31 in the Public Library -- learn about Medicare -- it's been expanded with Obamacare (ACA) Are you unsure whether you qualify for Medicare? Do you know when you can enroll in Medicare and
San Juan Propane Delivers to the Food Bank…And More!
-- by Madie Murray -- The Orcas Island Food Bank would like to extend a huge thanks to Orcas Island San Juan Propane for their community support and spirit in creating a fun and successful event to benefit the Food Bank. Their dedication to a week-long open house resulted in
School Board Sets Criteria for Superintendent
--from the Orcas Island School Board -- On January 20th, the School Board met with Rich Parker of McPherson and Jacobson, the firm contracted to assist the Board with its search for a new Superintendent. Rich reported on his meetings with stakeholders in regard to this search. He was incredibly
Library Board Work Session Open to Public
Tuesday, January 28, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Benson Hall -- from Mary Pugh, ASC, Orcas Island Library District -- The Library Board of Trustees will have a Work Session from 9 am to 4 pm at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church Benson Hall Meeting Room, on January 28, 2013. This
Letter to the Editor: All Our Doctors Care for Those in Need
A guest column by Dr. David Shinstrom in the Sounder brought welcome attention to the availability of medical care on Orcas Island for people who cannot afford to pay. We are fortunate that all three Orcas Island medical practices offer such care and do so at comparable levels. The three
12th MAN Fever Reaches New Height
-- by Lin McNulty -- Beyond wearing blue and green, beyond face painting, and beyond window painting and 12th MAN flags, Orcas High School junior Roo Smith recently took his 12th MAN fan-dom above the clouds, to the highest point on Orcas. Due to the fact that the Seahawks have
School Bond Construction Phasing In
Bidding Contractor Walk-throughs will take place Jan, 30 and Feb. 6 at 3:30 p.m. Bid deadline is Feb. 13 at 3 p.m. -- by Margie Doyle -- This modular building may be the first sign of changes coming in the School District's Capital Construction Bond project. The first
