Here’s a thought…
“And, frankly, I would like to make the U.S.-Canada relationship boring again.”
RICK LARSEN
Garden Club: From Tibet to Orcas Island in Search of Rhododendrons
Our familiar friends, rhododendrons — the Washington State flower! April 17, 2013, at the Madrona Room of Orcas Center By Janet Jacobson Plant lovers will find an incredible assortment of treasures, while explorers will find breathtaking geography when Bob Zimmerman shares the story of his plant hunting
Letter to the Editor: Hughes is a Neighborly Independent
Dear Editor, Here’s why I am voting for Rick Hughes for County Council: Management Experience – Rick has many years of experience in the real world operation and management of both big business and small business. He will bring proven, day-to-day expertise on budgets, policies, legislation, personnel matters, and the
Letter to the Editor: CAO Like Updating “David”
Will we need a large fig leaf for the islands? Lets look at the CAO from a metaphorical point of view. Most of us think of our islands as living art and wish to preserve and protect it. Imagine a new Washington legislative body by the name of Citizens
Unitarian Universalist Services Moving to Benson Hall at Emmanuel Church
By Susan McBain The Orcas Island Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will hold its first service at its new location, Emmanuel Church in Eastsound, on Sunday, April 14. We will meet at a new time as well, 11:30 a.m. For April 14, we will hold our annual poetry service, and you are
Guest Column: Eagle Forum Insights
By John Evans The Eagle Forum Candidates forum Saturday provided insight to each of the six Council candidates viewpoints. From the San Juan District, It is clear Bob Jarman places high value on protecting the rural quality of life in the San Juan Islands. His focus is on preserving what
Traffic Advisory: OPAL House Move Thursday Morning
OPAL house will move from Main Street to Oberon on Thursday morning. From OPAL Community Land Trust UPDATE: The scheduled time for the house move has been changed to 11 a.m. on Thursday April 11. On Thursday, April 11 between about 9 a.m. and noon, Nickel Bros. House
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Can Change Opinions
Dear Editor, I enjoyed reading Clyde and April Duke's letter of support for Rick Hughes. I would like to add my respect for Rick Hughes' business sense and his ability to answer questions in a thoughtful and clear way to a hostile audience at a private meeting. He was able
At the Eagle Council Candidates Forum
By Margie Doyle First in a series of reports The Eagle Forum held a well-attended public forum on Saturday April 6 on Orcas Island in which candidates from Lopez, Orcas and San Juan residency districts answered questions from the audience and vetted by Eagle Forum members. Following are the responses
JP and the OK Rhythm Boys Play Agave!
From left, JP and the OK Rhythm Boys (Gordon and Anita) -- great entertainment at Agave on April 13 By Kathleen Lunde Mexican food and fine fiddling come together again, as JP and the OK Rhythm Boys return to Agave restaurant in Eastsound on Saturday, April 13th
Guest Column: Important Questions Asked at County LWV Forums
By Gay Wilmerding League of Women Voters of the San Juans' spring forums bring sunlight to transitions in San Juan County. About sixty people attended on San Juan; ninety-plus on Orcas; and sixty-five on Lopez. For the first time, Ken Norris of micro station 1650 am broadcast the meeting live
April Poetry: June Bracken Waist High Under Birch
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. JUNE BRACKEN WAIST HIGH UNDER BIRCH by Elizabeth Myhr the world white and green and the white horse unseen its long white neck
County’s Economy Conversation Blog Still Open
By Brenton Clark, Management Intern, Office of the County Manager A big thanks to everyone who participated last week in our conversation about the county economy. If you were not able to attend or thought of something after the fact, you can participate online at the Community Conversation Blog, until
OPALCO Board Candidate Forum April 16
By Chom Graecen You are invited to a Candidates Forum with OPALCO candidates. The forum will be held on Tuesday, April 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Grace Hall, Lopez Island. The forum is sponsored by the Islands Energy Coalition (IEC). There are 5 candidates for the Lopez position
Letter to the Editor: Hughes’ Values Strengthen Community
We were very happy to see the Islands’ Sounder and the San Juan Journal endorse Rick Hughes for county council. He has remained true to his promise to be an independent representative in our local government. Despite other candidates accepting partisan support from the majority party in this state, which
Chamber Offers Social Media Presentation
Thursday, April 11 from 11 am - 1 pm at the Outlook Inn Grow Your Business with Email & Social Media Marketing; the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce is offering "a terrific overview of social media & email marketing" on Thursday, April 11. Dana Pethia is Constant Contact's educational marketing
Deer Harbor Planners to Meet Wednesday
Wednesday, April 10, from 1:30 -3:30PM at the Deer Harbor Community Center, 4319 Deer Harbor Road The agenda for the Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee meeting calls for: Chair will recognize Public Attendees. Members of public are invited to participate in committee discussions. Chair will recognize speakers. Presentation by Jay
