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
Celebrate “Banned Books Week” at the Library
Banned Books Week From Kathleen Lunde Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Typically held during the last week of September, it highlights the value of free and open access to information. Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community –- librarians,
Guest Column: Tony Ghazel Seeks to Continue as School Board Director
By Tony P Ghazel I am honored and humbled by your trust in allowing me to serve on your school board and I am hoping to serve another four years. I am running for re-election to the school board because I strongly believe that education is what defines a community and serving
4-H Hosts Final Senior Dinner of Season
4H Kids will host and serve dinner on Weds. Sept 18 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Senior Center. from Marla Johns Wednesday, September 18, 5:30 p.m., Senior Center Wednesday – September 18 will be the final senior dinner for the year. Orcas Island 4H will prepare
How Are We Doing? Review of County Finances
By County Auditor F. Milene Henley Second quarter 2013 I work for the government, which gives me a warped view of the world. I forget that not everyone knows obscure stuff like how levies work, or that sales tax is comprised of lots of little parts. Since sales tax is
Public Meetings to Hear Local Voice in Nat’l Monument Designation
Indian Island in East Sound,owned by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) From the San Juan Preservation Trust With continued support for the recent designation of federally-owned lands as the San Juan Islands National Monument, we are writing to let [the public] know about a series of public
Guest Opinion: Oh, No! It’s Coming Through the Pass!!
from Caroline Buchanan Caroline Buchanan has been crossing between her home on Obstruction Island and Orcas since 1990—not always but often rowing her Whitehall, 17’ skiff built by Greg Thompson and Mike Stolmeier in 1990 at Obstruction Pass. Photo: Caroline Buchanan How would you like this bearing down
Fire Chief’s Report: August 13—September 9, 2013
............................CALLS FOR SERVICE ....................This Report ........Year to Date EMS.................. 65....................461 Fire/Other........ 26....................176 Total................. 91................... 637 2011.......... 1/1/11–9/9/12...............498 2012.............1/1/12-9/9/12...............530 Year to date responses have increased 20.18% Compared to 2011, year to date responses have increased 27.9% Fire Chief’s Goals and Priorities for 2013 Execute the mission of OIFR through direction of
Another Successful Fifth Season for Farm to Cafeteria
Geri Turnoy and Jim Wilde from Lowe's help pit the many plums harvested for 5th Season By Madie Murray “Fifth Season” on Orcas Island is when we gather as much abundant fresh summer produce, fruits and herbs from Island farms as possible and process and freeze them so
Fire Dept. to Hold Special Meeting this Wednesday
The Board of Fire Commissioners will be holding a special meeting this Wednesday September 18, 5:30 p.m. at Station 21 [Eastsound]. Below are the items that are slated to be discussed at the meeting: New Business 1. Financial Officer- District Financial Officer Sally Kass has given notice of resignation. Chief
Joint County Council, Plannning Commission Hearing this Thursday
Thursday Sept. 19 Planning Commission beginning at 8:45 a.m., Joint Council Meeting 10 a.m. to noon at Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second Street, in Friday Harbor At 8:45 a.m. the San Juan County Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing regarding the 6-Year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) with Rachel Dietzman,
Granny’s Clan Wins Book Awards
Ann Jones, illustrator, and Dr. Sally Hodson, author, with their book "Granny's Clan" Granny's Clan: A Tale of Wild Orcas, a nonfiction children's picture book about the endangered resident orcas who live in the Salish Sea, has received several national book awards, including the 2013 Next Generation Indie
PeaceHealth, UW Medicine Sign Strategic Collaboration Agreement
From Amy Cloud PeaceHealth Public Information Officer UW Medicine and PeaceHealth have signed an agreement to make UW Medicine the preferred healthcare system of choice for complex tertiary and quaternary care for patients receiving care in PeaceHealth’s Northwest Network, officials announced. The agreement, effective Sept. 12, 2013, does not involve
Orcas Montessori School’s Solar System is Providing Green Power!
Montessori Director Teresa Chocano and n Jason Williams of Artisan Electic review energy production on the system's meters. By Tina Whitman, Science Director, Friends of the San Juans [On Friday, Sept. 13] the Orcas Montessori School’s new 9 kw photovoltaic solar power system was completed and connected to
Letter to the Editor: Thanks for the Shoes, Sons of the American Legion!
Erin O'Dell and her young charges receive shoes from the Sons of the American Legion Orcas Family Connections (OFC) would like to offer a huge thank you to The Sons of the American Legion who kind-heartedly purchased 115 pairs of shoes for local children. Thanks to these generous
Orcas PTSA Hosts BBQ
from Jessica Hanson Friday, September 20, 5-7 p.m., Orcas Middle School Orcas PTSA invites you to their annual Back to School Barbecue this Friday, September 20th, coinciding with the opening night of Friday Roller Skating. This free barbecue will be in the middle school outdoor commons area. Orcas PTSA will
Eagle Forum Speakers Share Thoughts on Affordable Care Act
by Lin McNulty Nearly 50 people gathered on Friday night, September 13, at the Eastsound Fire Hall to hear a presentation on the new Affordable Care Act, and how they, as individuals, might be affected. The Eagle Forum is a local, conservative group promoting Education, Liberty, and Limited Government
