Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Guest Column: Orcas Fire Committed to High Level of Service
-- By Kevin O'Brien, Chief, Orcas Fire and Rescue -- Orcas Island Fire and Rescue exists to serve our community. We are committed to protecting your life, the lives of your family and friends, your property, and our environment. As a result, we hope you have greater peace of mind
Governor Proclaims “Moment of LOUDNESS”
For the Seahawks at 12:12 pm on February 5, 2014 -- from Jaime Smith, Office of the Governor -- Gov. Jay Inslee today issued a proclamation proclaiming a Moment of Loudness at 12:12pm tomorrow, urging “ the 12th Man to celebrate this momentous Super Bowl win and congratulate the team
Council Member Bob Jarman Recovering
-- from Stan Matthews -- Council Member Bob Jarman. Photo: San Juan County Staff – Sept 2013 On Monday January 27, 2014, Council Member Bob Jarman was taken by ambulance to St. Joseph Hospital/Peace Health in Bellingham for what now has been diagnosed as an aggressive bacterial infection
News from Hughes: Finances, Ferries & Local Projects Looking Good
-- by Margie Doyle, updated at 6 p.m. Feb. 3 -- Council Member Rick Hughes As the first month of 2014 drew to a close, County Councilman Rick Hughes from Orcas Island gave his outlook on the near-future of the San Juan Islands in an interview with Orcas
Feb. 14 Event Promises Something For Every Romantic
Friday, February 14, 6:30-11 p.m., Rosario Resort Beachhouse (Discovery House) -- from Susan Anderson -- A silent auction will include a variety of items, including this whimsical artwork courtesy of Tres Fabu. Envision your special evening unfolding: You and your date sip sparkling wine while nibbling away on
Hawks and Island Fans Victorious!
If you were driving on the island yesterday afternoon, you may have noticed a lack of traffic during the Super Bowl game, as fans crowded inside local venues and private homes to cheer on the Seattle Seahawks to a 43-8 victory over the Denver Broncos. Orcas Issues staff spread out
Writers Roundtable: Connecting Life With Language
Saturday, February 8, 1-3 p.m., Library -- from JoEllen Moldoff, Facilitator -- “To write is to continue the human lineage. For my grandfather, coming from Russia at seventeen, it was enough to learn the language. Today, it’s our responsibility to further the immigrant dream. To write, to pass on the
Renew Your Dance Skills
-- from Bill Gincig -- Local instructors are again offering their community dance class on Feb 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Oddfellows Hall. It will be basic Cha Cha and a review of East Coast Swing. Instruction will begin promptly at 7 pm followed by dancing at
Letter to the Editor: Library Needs to Expand!
Dear Editor, Have you been to the Orcas Island Public Library in the past couple of years? There’s a lot going on. It’s the go-to place for our community. Of course, there are books, videos and CDs (did you know about the CDs?). Our library staff works hard to stock
CAO Changes Effective March 1
Final public hearing on the CAO scheduled for the February 4th County Council Meeting -- from Stan Matthews -- The much-debated updates to San Juan County’s Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) will take effect on March 1, 2014, and all permit applications submitted on or after that date will have to
Guest Column: Stuff, the Exchange and Climate Change
-- by Chom Greacen -- Here is a confession: I love stuff, particularly used stuff! I’ve tried to be discreet with this little love affair of mine. But now I want to come clean because I finally have some data to retroactively justify my behavior. It all started with my
Art of Wood to Show at Orcas Center
Opening Reception Friday, February 7, 5:30–7 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Joan Fletcher -- The Visual Arts Committee of The Orcas Center invites you to attend The Art of Wood at the Orcas Center for the month of February. Come and visit with the artists, designers, architects, and wood workers
Shadow and Light, Stories and Music, with Robert Kikuchi-Yngojo
Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Orcas Public Library -- by Robert Kikuchi-Yngojo of Eth-Noh-Tec -- Ready for some storytelling? A concert, "Between Shadow and Light" will be a blend of storytelling of Pan-Asian myths and folktales, Japanese Shakuhachi flute and other Asian bamboo wind music with Robert
Cancer Support Group Open to Friends, Family and Caregivers
Thursday, Feb. 13 at 5 p.m. in the Community Church Fireside Room By Sue Lewis The Cancer Support Group will meet on February 13, 2014 at 5:00 pm, in the Fireside Room of Orcas Island Community Church. At our informal meetings you'll have a chance to share your experiences, problems,
CAO Public Hearing Scheduled
Tuesday, February 4, 9:15 a.m., County Council Hearing Room -- from Stan Matthews -- County Council will hold public hearing at, or after 9:15 a.m., on Tuesday, February 4, 2014, in the County Council Hearing Room to receive testimony on a proposed ordinance to amend San Juan County Code critical
Gung Hai Fat Choi from Salmonberry!
-- by Margie Doyle -- Salmonberry students march during the noon hour in celebration of Chinese New Year Salmonberry School students brought their dragon to downtown Eastsound streets today in celebration of Chinese New Year. They blew whistles, clapped blocks together and called out "Gung Hai Fat Choi!"
