Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Oct. 4 Deadline for State Oil Spill Plan Comments
From the Friends of the San Juans Please comment on the State's Oil Spill Contingency Plan Rule by October 4th (a week from today). Hundreds of thousands of tourists enjoy the beauty of the San Juan Islands annually. Maintaining the beauty of these islands is critical to preserving our local
Excise Tax Garbage Hike Takes Effect October 1
By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager Beginning October 1, 2012 the Excise Tax Rate on garbage collection will go up from 10% to 16%. The new rate goes into effect on all the islands. Both the General Disposal District and the Lopez Disposal District are affected by the
Funhouse Commons and Orcas High School Team Up on “Futures Fair”
The Funhouse and Orcas Island High School are teaming up for the annual post-high school “Futures Fair” on Wednesday, October 3. For the sixth year The Funhouse is bringing expert college counseling consultants from Seattle. Arlene Prince and Judy MacKenzie will be offering presentations for sophomores and up, as well
Elwha Running 30 Minutes Late
From Washington State Ferries The Elwha is running approximately 30 minutes behind schedule due to Customs and Immigration delays in Anacortes. This will affect the 4:30pm westbound sailing from Shaw to Orcas, and the 5:10pm eastbound sailing from Orcas to Anacortes. Updates will occur as conditions change.
Guest Opinion: Charter Implementation Hasn’t Worked
By Bob Levinson I am currently a member of the Charter Review Commission (CRC). Six years ago I unsuccessfully ran for a Freeholder position but followed the process closely. I was not completely satisfied with the 6-person council, felt it was too large for our small community but liked the
Celebration of April this Saturday Morning
From Joann Frances A celebration of April, the former bovine mayor of Eastsound, and the special bond between people and animals is scheduled for 10:45 Saturday, September 29. We will gather at her field and be led to the stage area of the village green by the infectious and joyous
Energy and Rental Assistance Moved to Orcas Family Connections
The Opportunity Council’s Energy and Rental Assistance programs which used to be administered at the OPAL Community Land Trust office have been moved to the Orcas Family Connections Resource Center at 1292 North Beach Rd., Eastsound, next to Kaleidoscope Preschool and Childcare Center. The Energy Assistance Program begins in mid-November
Council Writes Ecology about Oil Spill Plans for Salish Sea
To Sonja Larson, [Washington state] Department of Ecology RE: Comments on proposed amendments to the Oil Spill Contingency Plan Rule (Chapter 173-182 WAC) Dear Ms. Larson, We appreciate this opportunity to provide the following comments on proposed changes to the Oil Spill Contingency Plan Rule (Chapter 173-182 WAC). A major
School Rain Catchment System Is Here!
Tank is ready to unload. The area in front is where it will be placed. By Madie Murray A huge cheer went up from those watching when it was finally in place. Just in time to catch the first rains of winter off the school playground roof, the
Weekend for Winding Down and Winding Up
Friday, Sept. 28 Whale of a Show 6:30 p.m. at Orcas Center. Back by popular demand, “Whale of a Show “is a lot of fun packed in to one evening. Didier Gincig directs this premier showcase of Orcas’ young talent. Elementary, middle and high school kids ages 6 – 18
Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Freedom to Read
From Kathy Lunde, Orcas Island Public Library Celebrate Banned Books Week September 30-October 6, 2012 Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Typically held during the last week of September, it highlights the value of free and open access to information. Banned Books Week brings
Funhouse Commons Screens Powerful Documentary at Teen Night
Teens gather to enjoy "Miss Representation" at the Funhouse Commons From the Funhouse Commons On Saturday, September 21, 30 students from middle and high school gathered at The Funhouse Commons for a showing of the powerful documentary Miss Representation. The film takes a hard look at the way
Whale of a Show Brings Orcas Kids’ Talents Front & Center
The M &M's -- from left, Paris Wilson, Sabrina Bailey and Camryn Thomson -- will light up the stage at Whale of a Show on Friday night -- remember it starts at 6:30 p.m.! Friday, Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at Orcas Center Stage By Margie Doyle Here's
Orcas Senior Center Welcomes New Coordinator, Looks to the Future
by Lin McNulty Marla Y. Johns, M.S., BSW, Orcas Senior Services Coordinator Fresh from the desert of Reno, NV, Marla Johns joins the staff at Orcas Senior Center as the Senior Services Coordinator. Johns and their two children (Trent, 15, and Alyssa, 11) joined her husband, Steve, on
Letter to the Editor: Former Elected Officials Support Charter Amendments
Dear Editor, Your former countywide Elected Officials urge you to support the Charter Amendments for better government in San Juan County. Sincerely, Mary Jean Cahail Tom Cowan Tom Starr Alan Lichter Paul Dossett Bob Myhr John Evans Kathy Turnbull
Letter to the Editor: Free Museum Admission this Saturday
Dear Friends of the Orcas Museum, We want to alert you to the fact that this Saturday September 29th is NATIONAL MUSEUM DAY. In honor of this day the Orcas Museum will be open FREE OF CHARGE to all from 11am to 4pm. see link at: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/ Tickets for
