Here’s a thought…
“When is the time we all get to eat cake? I don’t want to miss it!”
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Local Advocates Maintain Derelict Vessel Removal
By County Auditor Milene Henley Derelict vessels are more than an eyesore in San Juan County: they are a risk to the environment, public health and navigation. So when San Juan County gave up its Derelict Vessel program in 2009 because of lack of funding, it was a
Early Morning Car Crash: One Airlifted, One Missing
In a rollover car crash this morning at Fowler's Corner, the driver of one vehicle was airlifted off the island, and when Sheriff's Department personnel came to investigate, the driver of the other car involved was nowhere to be seen. A passenger in the rollover vehicle was reported
Letter to the Editor: Finding the Bright Side at Moran State Park
The board members for Friends of Moran are finding it hard to be upbeat right now. Because it’s that time of year when membership renewal is due and donations are collected to continue supporting projects and staff in the state park. But two staff positions have been cut in the last
Orcas Replacement Maintenance & Operations Levy Passes
With 1,814 ballots counted and nearly a 65 percent "yes" vote, the 2012 Orcas Island School District Maintenance and Operations Levy has passed. The levy replaces the previous levy, which has expired, and is in place for the next four years. The Special Election, held by mail-in ballot, closed on
Letter to the Editor: Removal of Trees in State Park Warranted?
I have grave concerns about the State Park’s proposed response to root rot among the trees. I believe the Parks are the stewards of our natural environment. They are entrusted with allowing nature to follow its natural life process and for providing public access. Removing trees within a 50’ radius
Paper Exhibits Come to Orcas Center in March
The March Lobby Gallery at Orcas Center will feature Philomena Robinson's artwork, book arts, photography, and other media, and she will talk about her creative process. Wednesday, February 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the March Madrona Room exhibit, an Open Drawing/Paper Show for local artists, will
Art Quilts by Ann Peterson Featured at Artworks
The Orcas Island Artworks features pictorial quilts by Ann Peterson through February and March. Ann’s textile pieces are based on photographs taken on Orcas Island. She uses stitching, fusible applique, ink printing and hand painting to create her images. “I hope to stimulate memories of a certain time
Meeting for BLM Lands in the San Juan Archipelago
Saturday, February 18, 10:30 a.m., Anacortes Senior Center U.S. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar and Senator Maria Cantwell will hold a public meeting to discuss progress made so far in our efforts to secure permanent protection for Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands in the San Juan Archipelago.
Draft Wetland Section of CAO Available Feb. 15
By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Program Manager After months of discussion with technical experts, on February 15 a revised draft of the wetland amendments to the County’s Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) will be released for public review and comment. Citizens and the San Juan County Council challenged planners
Celebrate Leonardo Da Vinci with Art & Dining
Sunday, February 19 at 3 pm. at Orcas Center Beginning Feb. 16, Leonardo LIVE, a high-definition movie delivered by satellite, will open in theaters across the United States, Europe and Canada, and also in Argentina, Australia, Colombia, Japan, Mexico and New Zealand, offering an unprecedented opportunity for audiences worldwide to
Free “Knowing Your Child” Seminar Returns
February 18, from 5 to 8 p.m., Senior Center Returning by popular request on Saturday, February 18, Catherine Henderson, Ph.D., A.R.N.P., will “continue the conversation” from her fall seminar titled, “Knowing Your Child and Your Child Knowing You.” The seminar will be at the Senior Center from 5 to 8
Oh-oh, Flu Has Arrived
From San Juan County Health Department Flu has arrived on San Juan Island and is starting to appear on Lopez island as well, according to the San Juan County Health Department. The department monitors the County’s schools for signs spreading communicable disease and it reported that there is no doubt
Steve Vierthaler to Retire from Sheriff’s Dept.
Sergeant Steve Vierthaler will retire after over 35 years serving Orcas and Lopez Islands for the County Sheriff Department next week, on Feb. 22. With Raymond Harvey staffing the front office, Vierthaler recounted some stories from his years on duty. It's a testament to Vierthaler's straight-forward approach that
Letter To the Editor: Deer Harbor Inn Serves as Emergency Center
During the past year we have read of major earthquakes, tsunamis, tornadoes, forest fires, etc. across the globe. Thus far the San Juans have remained unscathed from such cataclysmic events but no place is immune from unexpected disaster. The County’s Disaster Management, Fire and Police Departments all have basic plans
Concerned Islanders Face Coal Train & Shipping Impacts
Islanders encouraged to write letters and ask for hearings to Dept. of Natural Resources Sustainable Orcas Island (SOI) Irthlingz Environmental Organization, San Juan Conservation District rounded up a roomful of concerned citizens for a forum on Feb. 8 on the impacts of a proposed coal train terminus/shipping
Kids Help World Concern with Flea Market Enterprise
By Sue Lewis The Lighthouse Christian Children's Church chose World Concern for the recipient of the proceeds from their bake sale at the Fidelis Flea Market in West Sound on Saturday, February 11. World Concern provides livestock for families in third world countries to assist them in becoming
