Here’s a thought…
“If ever the time should come, when vain and aspiring men shall possess the highest seats in government, our country will stand in need of its experienced patriots to prevent its ruin.”
SAMUEL ADAMS
Meet and Greet Local Congressional Candidate
Saturday, February 1, 12:00 Noon, Random Howse -- by Lin McNulty -- Mike Pryce is running for Congress! A retired U.S. Marine Reserve Lt. Colonel, currently living on Lopez, Pryce has recently thrown his hat into the ring to run against U.S. Representative Rick Larson in the upcoming November election.
Council Chair Wagers Local Treasures on Super Bowl
-- from Stan Matthews -- The Eagle County, Colorado Board of Commissioners is betting beef and beer on the Broncos against San Juan County’s salmon and hard cider bet on the Seahawks. Credit: Randy Wyrick, Vail Daily (Vail Colorado) On behalf of citizens of San Juan County, County
Oil, Coal & the Sea at Cherry Point
-- by Floyd McKay, of Crosscut.com -- The masses that stormed the gates of Big Coal in 2013 are turning their fury on Big Oil as the new year opens and the Pacific Northwest considers a future as a massive pipeline on rails connecting the fossil-fuel deposits of Wyoming and
Park & Rec Banner Year: Part Two
What About the Funhouse? – from Marcia West, Director, Orcas Island Park and Recreation District – Some collaborations need special mention and must stand apart from the crowd. The work of the Funhouse staff in supporting Park and Recreation programs is one of those relationships. The Funhouse Commons has been
Wenatchee High School Music Stars — Mariachi Huenachi!
Saturday, Feb. 1 at 6:30 p.m. at Orcas Center -- from Orcas Center -- Mariachi Huenachi returns to Orcas Island next Saturday, Feb. 1 Mariachi Huenachi is a nationally award-winning high school band from Wenatchee that has played at Seattle Seahawks and Mariners games and shared the stage
Seahawks at Seaview: Super!
Sunday, February 2, 2:30 p.m., Seaview Theatre -- from Donna Laslo -- Seahawks @ Seaview on Sunday.COME CHEER ON THE HAWKS! We're having a Free, All Ages Super Bowl Party at the Seaview Theatre. We have rented a digital projector and will broadcast the Seahawks vs. the Denver
Neighborhood Watch in Rosario to “Make It Uncomfortable for Crime”
-- by Margie Doyle -- Call when you see something wrong Rosario area residents are being asked to look out for each other through the formation of a Neighborhood Watch. About three dozen property owners and residents gathered at the Moran Mansion for a meeting of the Rosario
Benjamin Pollard Wins Spelling Bee
-- by Cara Russell -- The brave spellers following their All-School Spelling Bee competition. Photo: Cara Russell On Tuesday, January 28, 19 student spellers sat nervously on the stage in the Orcas Island School cafeteria, waiting to compete in the All-School Spelling Bee. Students from the Orcas Island
Free Tooth Extraction Clinic
Friday, February 14, Dr. Triplett's Office Call for appointment -- from Terri Triplett -- Dr. Triplett’s dental office at 445 Madrona Street in Eastsound is reserving Friday February 14 for free extractions for our Orcas and Shaw residents in need. Services are limited to both routine and surgical extractions (including
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”
