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
Fire Chief’s Report: May 12–June 9, 2013
............................CALLS FOR SERVICE ....................This Report ........Year to Date EMS.................. 55....................264 Fire/Other........ 13....................80 Total................. 68.................. .344 2012.......... 1/1/12–6/9/12..............284 Year to date responses have increased 21% Fire Chief’s Goals and Priorities for 2013 Execute the mission of OIFR through direction of the Board of Commissioners Improve and maintain fiscal accountability for all
Potluck to Celebrate Dr. Dave’s 20 Years on Orcas
Sunday, June 23, 12:30 p.m. Village Green from Karen Key Speck Dr. Dave Shinstrom to celebrate 20 years in health care practice on Orcas Island. Join us for a potluck lunch to celebrate the 20-year anniversary on Orcas for Dr. Dave Shinstrom of Orcas Family Health Center. Fried
One World Music Fest Returns
Martin Lund's annual Funhouse Commons benefit will highlight jazz this year. Friday & Saturday, June 21 & 22 at 7:30pm - The Orcas Center from Donna Laslo JAZZ – “America’s Greatest Cultural Achievements” It’s time to get your tickets for one of the most popular show of the
Obituary: Daniel Kevin Page, 1960-2013
Dan Page, 1960-2013 Born: Brawley California, September 24, 1960 Died: San Luis Obispo, California Wednedsday June 12, 2013 Dan was raised and schooled in San Luis Obispo. He attended Sinsheimer Elementary and San Luis Obispo Junior and Senior High, Class of 1978. In the early 80's he followed
Tuesday Council Meeting: Hearings, Storm Water and Waste Disposal
The regular meeting of the County Council on Tuesday, June 18 will include public hearings regarding: Applications and Grant Allocations for Public Facilities Financial Assistance Program (PFFAP) – Milene Henley, Auditor; Debbie Emery, Administrative Coordinator Open space farm and Ag Conservation Land Application for Robert Waldron (POPNSP-13-0001) – Julie Thompson,
SeaView Theater Shows Star Trek Special
The Specks at the 2012 San Francisco Trek Convention where Ken and Karen Speck made the semi finals dressed as Starfleet Captains. For 7 Nights! June 21-27, 8 p.m. at SeaView Theater By Karen Key Speck In 1966, Gene Roddenberry didn’t know the success and longevity his creation “Star
Orcas High School Graduates: Go, Do, Become
By Margie Doyle Ana Ledgerwood, Co-Valedictorian Orcas High School Class of 2013 Orcas High School’s Class of 2013 held Commencement Exercises on Saturday, June 15, marked by a full-on band, led by Martin Lund, the cap and gown processional, complete with scooters, the slide show, the handing out
Writers Roundtable: John Friedmann’s Poetry
The Writers Roundtable, scheduled for Saturday, June 22, will feature John Friedmann discussing "This Is My Poetry" John will be reading from his own poems, interspersed with poetry that has been meaningful for him over the years by other English-American poets. John Friedmann is an Honorary Professor in the School
The Art of Our Furry Friends
Parkside by Jaime Ellsworth, oil From Ruth Offen WaterWorks Gallery is pleased to present the oil paintings of Jamie Ellsworth and the bronze & mixed media sculptures of Barbara Duzan. Both artists, multiple dog owners themselves, convey the love of their canine friends with unique styles that exude
Editorial: Fathers Day Reverie
by Lin McNulty One of the last pictures I have of my Dad: Boyd Kinney, 1923-2008. So, it's Fathers Day today, eh? At least that's what someone, or an ad, or a Facebook post informed me. This day, along with many other holidays, is off my radar nowadays;
Council’s Monday Meeting Has Full Agenda
From Council Clerk Ingrid Gabriel The San Juan County Council will conduct a Special Meeting Workshop on Monday, June 17, 2013 beginning 9 AM in the Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second Steet, Friday Harbor,WA. Special Meeting Agenda items: Long-Range Planning Tasks & Work Plans; Transportation Element; Executive Session to discuss
Cybersecurity: Secure Your Internet Experience
Thursday, June 20, 6 p.m., Orcas Library by Martin Arnold Please join Paul Losleben and Tony Ghazel for a valuable discussion on Cyber-security at 6 pm Thursday, June 20 at the Orcas Island Public Library. Cybersecurity is critically important Our daily life, economic vitality, and national security depend
Ferry Schedule Changes Tomorrow
Summer sailing schedule begins Sunday, June 16 The summer 2013 sailing schedule begins this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 16, with more vessels, sailings and service hours on many routes. Features of summer service include: Anacortes/San Juan Islands: An additional vessel and increased hours of service Anacortes/Sidney, B.C.: Two daily trips
Celebration of Success: Prelude to Commencement
Commencement ceremonies will be Saturday, June 15 at 2 p.m. at the High School Gym The Class of 2013 at Friday’s Celebration of Success. By Margie Doyle This year’s Celebration of Success “demonstrates the wonderful support our student grow up with in our community,” said Barbara Kline,
Senior Center Seeking Instructors
By Marla Y. Johns, Orcas Island Senior Services Coordinator With a generous grant from OICF, the Orcas Island Senior Center is accepting applications/proposals for classes, seminars, and activity leaders for the 2013-14 year. If you have a special talent or area of expertise that you would like to share with
Orcas Firefighters Extinguish Brush Fire
Orcas Firefighters put out brush fire in Orcas Highlands. Kevin K. O'Brien Fire Chief/CEO Thursday, June 12, at approximately 7:10 p.m., OIFR firefighters were dispatched to the Orcas Highlands neighborhood for the report of a brush fire. Arriving units found approximately 2500 square feet of slow burning brush
