Here’s a thought…
“To be clear, we don’t know if A.I. models are conscious. I don’t know. I’m genuinely uncertain.”
CHRISTOPHER OLAH
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee Agenda
DEER HARBOR PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE PUBLIC MEETING DEER HARBOR COMMUNITY CENTER 4319 Deer Harbor Road September 11, 2013 1:3 p.m. — 3:30 p.m. 1. Chair: Call To Order, Quorum, Minutes of last meeting 2. Chair will recognize Public Attendees. Members of public are invited to participate in committee discussions. Chair
I-5 Skagit River Bridge Span Sliding into Place Saturday Night
In spite of the complexity of the project, its fast-paced schedule and the recent heavy rain, contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation are ready to put the finishing touches on the new span, and slide it into place Saturday night, Sept. 14. Detour details Contractor crews
Community Engagement in Oil Spill Preparedness and Response
From San Juan County Are you prepared for a major Oil Spill in the San Juans? How will it impact you? Will you be involved in the clean-up? Who is in charge and what happens behind the scenes? These questions and others will be addressed at an upcoming workshop
Long Live the Kings! Salish Sea Presentation
Thursday, September 12, 6:30 p.m. at Orcas Center Jacques White, the executive director of Long Live the Kings, will give a presentation on salmon in the Salish Sea, with an emphasis on the challenges of early marine survival followed by a panel discussion. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Orcas Center, 917 Mount Baker
September Means Youth Fall Soccer Starts
From Marcia West, Executive Director, Orcas Island Park and Recreation The Orcas Park and Rec Fall Soccer season starts tomorrow, Tuesday, September 10. We have both youth and pee wee soccer this year. We will have sign ups available at the park on Tuesday and Thursday. The times and dates
Mentors Wanted! Informational Meeting Sept. 19
The Funhouse Commons Mentor Program continues to provide island kids with traditional one-on-one mentor matches and several types of project-based mentorships that link caring adults with small groups of children. Mentoring relationships are an essential part of reaching out to kids and keeping a healthy community. Mentors provide their mentees
Letter to the Editor: GMO on the Ballot this Fall
If you haven't heard, GMO-Labeling is on the ballot this fall in Washington. Its time to rally the troops. I think this initiative has a good chance of being passed, but we need everyone to spread the word and then to show up and vote in November. A team of
Orcas Family Connections Resource Center Signs On to Help with Affordable Care Registration
Lopez and San Juan Family Resource Centers also sign up to help By Margie Doyle The Orcas Family Connections Resource Center announced on Thursday, Sept 5 that it will sign a contract with Whatcom Association for Health Advancement (WAHA) in Skagit County, which is contracted by the state to help
Fundraising Picnic for Salmon in the Classroom
from Fiona Norris San Juan Nature Institute is holding its annual fundraising picnic for Salmon in the Classroom for 4th graders at the home of Jim and Kathy Youngren on Sunday September 15 from 3-5:30 p.m. Tickets for the Salmon and Sausage Barbecue are $25 per person, $40 per couple
View Historic Homestead on Shaw Island
The Tharald Homestead on Shaw Island Saturday, September 14 The San Juan County Land Bank invites the public to view the Tharald Historic Homestead on Shaw Island on Saturday, September 14, 2013. Meet Boyd Pratt, architectural historian, at 1 pm at the Shaw Island School parking area, for
County Council Corner: Nomadic Council this Summer
By Ingrid Gabriel, Clerk to the San Juan County Council The Council has been more nomadic than usual during these last days of summer starting with a meeting on Lopez for the new skate park dedication on August 17, followed by Council meetings on Orcas August 19, Shaw August
Editorial: What’s the Obamacare (ACA) Buzz?
It's time to surf, call, talk -- start the process By Margie Doyle Anyone remember when Medicare was signed into law (1965)? Social Security (1937)? The arc of U.S. history is finally, slowly, making huge changes in providing health care to all its citizens. It DID take a national act
Thurman Bond: 1922–2013
from Barton Landsman Thurman Bond Thurman Bond, 90, who lived in Doe Bay for 67 years, died on Friday August 30, 2013. Thurman was born in King City, CA on November 28, 1922, to Wellington and Eva Bond. He grew up in Garberville, CA with his older sister
“Welcome to Your Orcas Transfer Station!”
Friends, supporters and the future await Orcas Recycling Services opening of the Transfer Station, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. From left, Chuck Greening, Taya Speed, Susan Malins, Lila Richardson with her children in front, Jared Lovejoy, Patti Cook, Ian Woolworth, Leith Templin, Tim Blanchard, Peg Manning, Rick Hughes. Photo by
Monthly Cancer Support Group Meets Next Thursday
By Sue Lewis The Cancer Support Group will meet Thursday September 12, 2013 in the Community Church Fireside Room at 5 p.m. This is a monthly no cost, confidential support group. If you, or anyone you know, is dealing with issues related to cancer, please come and join the conversation.
Whale of a Show Auditions Soon
The annual talent show will audition acts on Sept. 20 and 22. Whale of a Show happens again at the Orcas Center Sept. 28 From Didier Gincig Can you believe it? It's almost time for Whale of a Show! Children, youth, and family acts are welcome, from singing,
