Here’s a thought…
“The belief in the possibility of a short decisive war appears to be one of the most ancient and dangerous of human illusions.”
ROBERT LYND
Kenmore Air and Puyallup Tribe expand partnership with international service
||| FROM PUYALLUP TRIBE ||| PUYALLUP RESERVATION, Tacoma, Wash.—Kenmore Air, in collaboration with the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, is excited to announce the extension of their seasonal seaplane flight service between Tacoma’s Ruston Way and Victoria, BC’s Inner Harbour. The service, which will run from May 15 through Sept. 15, offers
Garden Club: Preserve walk and backyard bird count
||| FROM ORCAS ISLAND GARDEN CLUB ||| DIG IN Member Event: Preserve Walk and Backyard Bird Count Friday, February 14th, 9 a.m. North Short Preserve (located near the northwest corner of Orcas Island) Spend your Valentine's Day exploring one of the most recent Land Bank's preserves while showing your love
Sheriff’s Report | January 22 – 28, 2025
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ||| WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22 25-000422 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 16:06:09 01/22/25 A Lopez Deputy responded to a report of a politically charged paper printout being left at the end of a Lopez residents’ driveway. The incident was documented. 25-000424 Weapon Safekeeping 16:16:15 01/22/25 Lopez Island
Trump’s tariff announcement will raise costs for NW families
||| FROM THE OFFICE OF REP. RICK LARSEN ||| EVERTT, WA – Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after the administration announced its plans to enact tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China this Saturday: “The administration’s tariffs threaten local jobs and economic stability in Northwest Washington. Canada, Mexico and
Odd Fellows Hall community potluck
||| FROM DIDIER GINCIG for ORCAS ODD FELLOWS ||| Come out of hibernation and connect with community at the Odd Fellows Hall on February 2 from 12-2. Meet the new hall manager, Didier Gincig. Bring a dish and a drink to share along with your good ideas for the hall and
Alex Ramel | Welcome to the 2025 Legislative Session
||| FROM THE OFFICE OF REP. ALEX RAMEL ||| Dear neighbors, It is with sincere honor I want to say thank you. Thank you for electing me to represent you in Olympia for two more years. Thank you for staying engaged on the issues that matter most to our community
Latest from Lekanoff
Happy Fantastic Friday! ||| FROM THE OFFICE OF REP. DEBRA LEKANOFF ||| Dear Friends and Neighbors, As we embark on a new legislative session, I am filled with hope and determination to serve our vibrant 40th District. Our journey together is enriched by the voices and stories of our community
Larsen statement on DCA accident
||| FROM THE OFFICE OF REP. RICK LARSEN ||| “My heart goes out to the families of the victims on both aircraft following last night’s awful tragedy. I offer them my deepest condolences for their unimaginable loss. “The National Transportation Safety Board is leading the investigation into the cause of
Treasurer announces 2025 tax roll completion
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| Starting today, information regarding the 2025 tax season is available on the San Juan County Treasurer’s website. In accordance with RCW 84.56.020(1), County Treasurer, Rhonda Pederson, is providing notification that the 2025 tax roll has been completed would like to remind county property owners
San Juan County publishes 2024 Year-In-Review
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| San Juan County is proud to present the organization’s 2024 Year-In-Review, highlighting accomplishments, notable projects, and the breadth of programs and services provided to island communities. The public is encouraged to access the document on the County website by visiting the San Juan
WSF Weekly Update | 100% of scheduled sailings completed; Elwha moves to a new home
||| FROM STEVE NEVEY for WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ||| A message from Steve We’re turning the ship around. At Washington State Ferries, we are committed to delivering service excellence, one of our three strategic priorities. We know over the last several years, we have fallen short of meeting expectations. However,
Occam’s Razor | Our island, our world through the eyes, pen of S.C. Watson
Welcome to our weekly feature, Occam's Razor, from local artist S.C. Watson.
Winter storm watch in effect, Saturday evening through Monday morning
||| FROM NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ||| URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Seaatle WA 133 PM PST Thu Jan 30 2025 San Juan County-Western Whatcom County- Including the cities of Friday Harbor and Bellingham ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH MONDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow
Everyone has an impact | How to start reducing your environmental footprint
As fires tear through California and Trump sets back efforts to curb the rise of global temperatures, what can individuals do to make a difference? ||| FROM THE GUARDIAN ||| 2024 was the hottest year on record. Average global temperatures rose to 1.6C above preindustrial levels, according to data from
Dakota Creek Industries, Inc. is proud to celebrate its 50th year in business
||| FROM CARRIE KING for DAKOTA CREEK INDUSTRIES ||| As a cornerstone of our legacy, we continue to invest in the future of the skilled trades through our formalized Apprenticeship Program. We apprentice four trades: Marine Electrician, Production Welder, Machinery Assembler, and Shipfitter-Fabricator. Dakota Creek Industries Apprenticeship Program: The Apprentice
San Juan County is prepared for inclement weather – and you should be, too
Public Works Department provides snow removal tips for residents and reminders of street priorities and phases of removal. ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| San Juan County is pleased to provide the public with a reminder of Public Works services, priorities, and mission during inclement weather. Additionally, there are
