Here’s a thought…
“When is the time we all get to eat cake? I don’t want to miss it!”
ANONYMOUS
Fire & Rescue Declines Sheriff’s Boat Partnership
From Orcas Fire and Rescue Chief/CEO Kevin O'Brien After seeking significant community input through two town hall style meetings, multiple Board of Fire Commissioner Meetings, and information learned at 16 strategic planning focus group sessions, the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue Board of Commissioners have elected not to be a
Ferries: Now the Chelan is Down
From Washington State Ferries Updated at 4 p.m. April 16 Due to necessary repairs the Chelan is out of service. The following sailings have been cancelled: 1:55pm from Friday Harbor to Anacortes 4:30pm from Anacortes to Lopez and Friday Harbor 6:25pm sailing from Friday Harbor 7:10pm from Lopez to Anacortes.
OICC Women’s Spring Luncheon on May 4
By Sue Lewis This year’s Orcas Island Community Church women’s luncheon theme is “Uniquely Gifted.” Together we will celebrate the women of Orcas who serve daily in our community with their many artistic and valuable life skills. Come see a beautiful display of handcrafted works done by the women
Letter to the Editor: Vote for Freedom from Rules
We choose freedom. We live here so we can enjoy the peace, freedom, and natural beauty of our rural island paradise. Like many of us, we came here to escape the tyranny of “civilization” – the rules, regulations, oversight, and restrictions that are such an oppressive part of daily life
Library hosts “Europe in Crisis”
“The Future of the Euro” Thursday, April 25 at 6 pm at the Eastsound Fire Hall From the Orcas Island Public Library Financial experts Gerry Lawlor and Audra Query-Lawlor will share fascinating and personal perspectives on global economies. They will range over a variety of inter-related topics, beginning with
Two More Tuesdays to Fill Granny’s Attic
The Annual Granny's Attic sale will take place Saturday, April 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is one of the largest fund raisers for The Senior Center, which occupies the south “wing” of the County building on Henry Road in Eastsound. The sale raises funds for operations and
April Poetry: Terminal House
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. TERMINAL HOUSE by Audra Query Lawlor we build something to die local fir, perfectly milled, hand-polished metal frames, beams a foundation labored on,
Free Training for Excavating, Building and Landscaping Professionals
Friday, April 26, 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., San Juan Island Grange, Friday Harbor From Katie Fleming of FRIENDS of the San Juans A workshop for local contractors entitled “Land Development Permits and Practices - the Good, the Bad and the Ugly” will be held Friday April 26, at the
SJ County Council: Help Us Streamline Regs
From Stan Matthews County Interim Information Technology Manager At a special session on Monday, April 22, the San Juan County Council will begin work on streamlining government processes and regulations, and it is asking for input from the public. The Council adopted code simplification and process streamlining as two of
Final Community Conversation with Council
Tuesday, Apr. 16 from 6 to 9 p.m. Eastsound Fire Station By Ingrid Gabriel, Council Clerk The final meeting of the Community Conversations will focus on the “Priorities of Government.” This discussion will attempt to tie the previous conversations together: islanders’ desired quality of life will set the priorities of
Guest Column: Island Support Still Needed
By Kevin O'Brien, Orcas Fire and Rescue Chief This is a friendly update about the little family who lost their home due to fire Easter weekend. According to Dixie Morrison who is leading the relief effort, Orcas Islanders have responded well with support for the family. Dixie sent me this
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Acts Independently
Regarding the upcoming nonpartisan County Council election, we are surprised at how many people have made up their minds because of who they have labeled as the "liberal" or the "conservative" candidate, with out really looking at what the candidates stand for and what they have actually done. Rick Hughes
OPALCO’S 76th Annual Meeting and Board of Directors Election
Saturday, May 4th on the Ferry Orcas Power & Light Cooperative (OPALCO) is a local electric cooperative that is owned and operated by its members. On Saturday, May 4, 2013, the member-owners will exercise their right to elect their Board of Directors at the 76th Annual Meeting, from 9:45 to
Mental Illness: Undersheriff Distler and Deputies to Meet with Community
"Orcas Response to Newtown" continues at monthly meetings The next "Meet the Deputies" gathering will be on Monday, April 22 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall. It will a continuation of last month's meeting and will address Community Mental Health and Wellness Issues. The following topics will
Letter to Editor: Michael Karp for OPALCO board
Michael Karp is running for the OPALCO board, and he has our vote and full support. Michael is uniquely qualified for the OPALCO board. He has been pioneering innovative and successful energy efficiency, renewable energy and other programs for the past 35 years in Washington State and throughout the USA.
Hazardous Waste Round-up Time
Orcas Island: Saturday, April 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Stan Matthews Dump your hazardous waste for FREE! What? The hazardous waste round-up collection event is our once-yearly opportunity to legally and responsibly dispose of poisonous, flammable, corrosive or other hazardous chemicals. Why? Taking responsibility for the
