Here’s a thought…
“And, frankly, I would like to make the U.S.-Canada relationship boring again.”
RICK LARSEN
Coal Wars: How Voters are Shaping their Leaders’ Decisions
By Floyd McKay of Crosscut.com (Note: This is the conclusion of a three-part series) "Elections have consequences.” — Numerous politicians November 6, 2012 is an important — perhaps critical — date in the effort to build the nation’s largest coal-export terminal at Cherry Point north of Bellingham. A final decision
Guest Editorial: A Culture of Fear in the Islands… Really?
By Sharon Kvisto, Editor, sanjuanislander.com "Anonymous writing is an effective and societally beneficial form of dissent when a culture of fear pervades a society" writes the host - reportedly Ed Kilduff of Lopez Island - of a local blog. This culture of fear is so invasive in the county it
On April 10, No Cars to Lopez
from Washington State Ferries (WSF) A one-day vehicle closure for repairs at the Lopez Island WSF terminal is tentatively scheduled for April 10. Walk-on passengers will be able to travel without restriction. This work is weather-dependent and the closure date may change. Customers needing free parking in Anacortes during this
Council Members Propose Charter Changes
By Margie Doyle San Juan County Council members Rich Peterson and Marc Forlenza have introduced the first draft of a proposed Ordinance and two draft Propositions that would modify the Charter if approved by the voters in an election this November, 2013. In documents provided to the Council, the
Lions Hide Eggs for Hunt at Orkila
The Lion’s Club Community Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday March 30th, at 10 a.m. at Camp Orkila. Come and meet the Easter Bunny and search for treat filled eggs. All children participating in the hunt will receive a treat bag and a chance to win a prize!
Obama to Propose Federal Lands in San Juans as National Monument
From the Seattle Post-Intelligencer (seattlepi.com) President Obama on Monday[March 25, 2013] will create a 955-acre national monument in Washington’s scenic San Juan Islands, using his authority under the same 1906 law deployed by President Theodore Roosevelt to begin preservation of this state’s Olympic Mountains and the Grand Canyon in Arizona.
Letter to the Editor: Friends of Moran Thanks All Who Celebrate with Them
From the highest point in the San Juan Islands, The Friends of Moran gathered to say thank you to the staff, volunteers, and visitors who have supported the Moran State Park on Orcas Island. At 2,409 feet, the summit of Mt. Constitution, was the site of the March 10, 2013
Chamber Music Festival Brings Pied Pipers to Preschools
The toddlers at Kaleidoscope benefit from their introduction to music by Sharon Abreu. Photo courtesy of Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival. Chamber Music Festival Springs Forward With Music Education From the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival The Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival brings new voices to the four
Coal Wars: Port Opponents Make Big Use of Access to Information
When Scoop Jackson wrote the Environmental Protection Act, no one could have imagined how the Internet would empower activists to dig into something like coal exports. By Floyd McKay From Crosscut.com Second article in a three-part series Scoop Jackson didn’t have the Internet in mind when he wrote the Environmental
Orcas Island Rowing Celebrates the WA State Parks 100th Anniversary
Orcas Island Rowers wish WA State Parks, "Happy 100th Birthday!" Orcas Island junior rowers gathered on and under the bridge over Cascade Lake to wish the WA State Parks system a happy 100th birthday. The park and most especially Cascade Lake have a special place in their hearts.
Dickey Inspires Ferry Ticket Fundraiser for Medical Appointments
Fundraiser on Friday, March 22 at 7 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall By Gayelynn Noonan Marlene Dickey, along with her committee, dubbed Team Tata’s, are leading the fundraising effort to raise money to purchase ferry tickets for people that are in need of assistance in traveling to the
Meet Your Deputies, Take Two: Mental Health
The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office and Undersheriff Bruce Distler invite the public to an open meeting at the Eastsound Fire Hall between 5 and 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2013. The meeting will be an open forum focused on mental health and public safety. Your island deputies may
Coal Wars: Export Backers Push Jobs and Try to Limit Environmental Review
Part One of a Three-Part Series Supporters of a coal port near Bellingham want to keep the focus on what they see as the main issues: More jobs and revenue for local governments. By Floyd McKay From Crosscut.com An unprecedented series of seven statewide public forums on a proposed coal-export
Letter to the Editor: Pratt’s Work for County Impressive
I'm supporting Lovel Pratt as our County Council representative from San Juan Island. I like her personally, and I’m impressed with her past work on the County Council, particularly in these areas: 1. Her support of The Exchange’s operation of the Orcas Transfer Station; 2. Her work on oil spill
Be a Greeter at the Historical Museum
Orcas Historical Society and Museum seeks volunteers to greet visitors From the Orcas Island Historical Society Orcas Island Historical Museum is looking for greeters and docents for 2013! Help keep local history alive by volunteering your time and skills to the Orcas Island Historical Museum. We are looking
Workshops on Advance Directives Planned
Wednesday, March 27, from 1:30-3 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. in Friday Harbor From Amy Cloud, Peace Island Medical Center PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center (PIMC) will offer two workshops on Advance Directives later this month, led by Julianne Dickelman, MA, of the Whatcom Alliance for Health Advancement (WAHA) and
