Here’s a thought…
“It doesn’t take a hero to order men into battle. It takes a hero to be one of those men who goes into battle.”
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
Amicus Brief Filed on Behalf of CSA
-- from Jane Cable, Common Sense Alliance -- The Pacific Legal Foundation (PLF) has today filed an Amicus Curiae Brief with the San Juan County Superior Court in support of Common Sense Alliance (CSA) and P.J. Taggares challenges to the Final Decision and Order of the Growth Management Hearings Board. The brief
San Juan Islands’ Ferries Service Improvements Expected
-- from David Moseley for WSF -- I want to apologize to our Anacortes/San Juan Islands customers for the service disruptions this week due to mechanical issues experienced on both the Yakima and Sealth, and the temporary replacement of the 87-vehicle Evergreen State with the 34-vehicle Hiyu on the interisland
A Tribute to Mary Gibson Hatten
-- by Spirit Eagle -- World War 2 Vet Committed Activist for All Things Fair Warrior Against War Moral Fiber Intact She Walked The Island In Integrity, Kindness, and Joy In Living With A Smile Of Welcome Mary and Barry, Her Late Husband, Marched With Other Senior Citizens in The
How to Ring in the Lovely Month of February
Saturday, February 1, 6-8 p.m., Deer Harbor Inn -- from Anita Orne -- JP and the OK Rhythm Boys to Ring in the lovely month of February in Deer Harbor! February - everyone's favorite month. Great weather, exciting holidays like Groundhog's Day and President's Day—at least it is short. Come
UUF to Explore “Elder Well Being”
Sunday, January 26, 11:30 a.m., Benson Hall -- from Suzanne Olson -- The Orcas Island Unitarian Universalist Fellowship continues its exploration of community health on the island with a presentation on "Elder Well Being on Orcas." Paul Losleben and friends will present an update on needs, resources currently available, key
New Drawing Course
Mondays, February 3 to March 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Location TBD -- from Terry Johnson -- Terry Johnson, retired professor of art from Cornish College, will be offering a Drawing Course beginning February 3. Designed for beginners, it is also a good remedial course for those who
Vendors Wanted for Fidelis Flea Market
-- from Margot Shaw -- Stage eye view of 2013's Fidelis Flea Market Here's a way to have your Exchange fix and get money for your items! The fourth annual Fidelis Flea Market fund-raiser is scheduled for Saturday, February 15th at the West Sound Community Hall. Tables are
Ferry Service Updates: Yakima & Sealth Back
-- from Washington State Ferries -- UPDATE: 9:31 a.m., January 23, 2014 The Yakima returned to service, and the 7:40am sailing to Shaw and Orcas is sailing 80 minutes behind schedule. This will delay the 10:20am sailing from Anacortes to Lopez and Friday Harbor. The Yakima is not making the
Courts Warn of Email Scam Virus
-- from Stan Matthews -- Washington Courts have received reports that a fraudulent email is being widely distributed around the U.S. with the subject line “Urgent court notice NR#73230” (or another random number) that claims the receiver is scheduled to appear in “the court of Washington.” The receiver is then
Coriolanus at Orcas Center
Thursday, January 30, 7:30 pm, Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- Tom Hiddleston as Cariolanus Orcas Center will stream the National Theatre Live’s Donmar Warehouse’s production of Coriolanus, Shakespeare’s searing tragedy of political manipulation and revenge, with Tom Hiddleston (Thor, The Avengers, War Horse, and BBC's The
