Here’s a thought…
“And, frankly, I would like to make the U.S.-Canada relationship boring again.”
RICK LARSEN
Letter to the Editor: Byers Helps Clarify Thoughts
You may have had the experience of speaking out in a discussion or public meeting and afterwards feeling that you didn’t quite say what you meant. Too many distractions, too little time, the issues are too complex, you hadn’t really thought it all through... there are all sorts of reasons
James Ekberg Dies as Vehicle Crashes
From Sheriff Rob Nou Jim Ekberg, December 2012. On Thursday, January 10, 2013 at about 8:40 p.m. a single vehicle traffic crash was reported along Crescent Beach Rd on Orcas Island. Emergency responders found the operator of the vehicle dead at the scene. James E. Ekberg, 71, of
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Shows Leadership Style and Focus
Dear Editor, Leadership has been in short supply in many areas of our government and Americans of all parties and beliefs have called out for leaders who will solve big problems by bringing people and solutions together. Leadership comes with the responsibility to set a strategic direction after considering all
Sunshine Welcomes the Weekend!
Friday, January 11, 2013 Karaoke! The Lower Tavern at 9 p.m. Kevin Long Live at Doe Bay. Live acoustic show, 7 p.m. More Info: www.kevinlongmusic.com. Please call 376.8059 for reservations! Saturday, January 12, 2013 Ski Bus to Mt. Baker with the Orcas Park and Rec.Winter Ride – Single Saturday trips
Orcas Youth Conservation Core Planning Meeting
Monday, January 14, 5:30-7 p.m., The Funhouse Commons Lopez Island Conservation Corps. Orcas Youth Conservation Core (OYCC) is hosting a potluck and discussion as part of the planning process for this new program for island youth. The meeting will be facilitated by R.J. Myers, Outdoor Educator, and Morgan
Barnes, Kafka, and Coetzee: Literature with Fadem Class
Richard Fadem will offer a literature class Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. beginning on February 28 for 4-5 weeks, at the Orcas Senior Center. The class will discuss Julian Barnes' The Sense of an Ending (2011); Franz Kafka's "A Report to an Academy" (1917); and J. M. Coetzee's Elizabeth
Rosario’s Festival of Trees Winners Announced
Orcas Animal Protection Society wins first prize in Rosario's "Festival of Trees" Rosario Resort & Spa’s Festival of Trees raised funding for ten local non-profit organizations. Through the purchase of voting tickets the public donated a total of $1,474, with each organization receiving the funds collected at their
Photographer Robert Dash Adds his “Voice” to Coal Port Protests
Robert Dash's composite picture of a state ferry and a bulk carrier underway in the Salish Sea By Margie Doyle Robert Dash, Orcas island photographer and teacher, has been involved in OrcasNOCOALition efforts to encourage scoping comments regarding the Gateway Pacific/Cherry Point Coal Terminal. In addition to submitting
Letter to the Editor: Council Candidates Offer Alternatives
The upcoming Council election has candidates from each district who give voters a welcome alternative to the prior Council’s approach to governing. Brian McClerren from Lopez, Bob Jarman and Marc Forlenza from San Juan and Rick Hughes, Greg Ayers and Lisa Byers from Orcas Island were not part of the
Council Candidates Election Forum this Wednesday on Orcas
The League of Women Voters of the San Juans, Orcas Sub-unit will host a County Council Candidates' Forum on Wednesday, January 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center. The forum will be moderated by Margie Doyle, Board Member of the LWV/SJ. Candidates for the primary election
Orcas Christian School Hosts Community Asian Dinner
Tuesday, January 15, from 5 to 7:30 p.m.at the Orcas Christian School The first of three Community Dinners at Orcas Christian School is fast approaching -- a free, all-you-can-eat Asian meal will be served to all on the island. On the menu is Chinese Egg Drop Soup, Chow Fun Noodles, Fried
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Considers All Perspectives
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Lovel Pratt on county, state and national issues and she has repeatedly proven herself to be an effective and energetic leader. Lovel has both the skills and temperament to lead San Juan County through these difficult and often contentious times. I appreciate the
New Series of T’ai Chi Chih Classes to Begin
A new series of T'ai Chi Chih classes with Joan Roulac will start on Jan.. 15 at the Heartwood House, 70 Langell Lane in Eastsound. T'ai Chi Chih is a series of 19 flowing movements that balance our essential CHI energy so effectively that Harvard Health Letter calls T'ai Chi
Preysz Sworn in as Assistant Fire & Rescue Chief
Orcas Island Fire and Rescue Assistant Chief Mik Preysz and Chief Kevin O'Brien at Preysz's swearing-in on Jan. 8, 2013 At the monthly meeting of the Orcas Fire and Rescue District Commissioners, Miklos (Mik) Preysz was sworn in as Assistant Chief, effective Jan. 1, 2013 until Dec. 31,
New Undersheriff Appointed
from Sheriff Rob Nou On Monday, January 7, 2013 Bruce Distler was appointed Undersheriff. This appointment capped a 5 month search and selection process that brought in over 25 applicants from 5 states. The Undersheriff is the second in command at the Sheriff’s Office, and is an executive management position.
Weight Watchers Gets the Go-Ahead on Orcas
The Information Session of Weight Watchers held on January 5 resulted in Weight Watchers International approving a weekly meeting on Orcas Island. The Territory Manager from Burlington was very impressed with the number of people who came and the excitement level. "Everyone was clapping and cheering before I even went
