Here’s a thought…
“If you don’t vote you don’t exist. It is the only place where we’re all equal, the voting booth.”
GLORIA STEINEM
Brownell, Averna and Morgan Receive Top Chamber Awards
With the motto "Progress through Partnership," the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce announced priorities, plans and member awards at their annual meeting last night at Rosario Resort's re-named "Beach House" (formerly the Discovery House). The Chamber's Executive Director Lance Evans and Chairman of the Board Michell Marshall orchestrated
Are Corporations People? Presentation Coming Next Sunday
Sunday, November 6 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Eastsound Fire Hall The public is invited to a free community forum, "SuperCitizens: How Corporations Claimed the Rights of People." The event will be an Interactive Presentation on Corporate Personhood, facilitated by Brian Gunn of Involved Democracy, which says,
Letter to the Editor: Waste Fee Unfair to Businesses
The county of San Juan has proven it cannot manage solid waste or the waste of our money. A YES vote cost all residential users more per year, but it will hit businesses much harder. Those costs will be passed on to consumers in higher prices for goods and
Celebrate “Day of the Dead” at Darvill’s Bookstore
Celebrate "Dia de los Muertos" (Day of the Dead) on Sunday, Oct. 30 at Darvill's Bookstore in Eastsound. Stories, Crafts, and Treats with Lynne Howe will be offered from 2 to 3 p.m. Call 376-2135 for further information.
Letter to the Editor: Land Bank Renewal Now Explained
To The Editor: We were disheartened and dismayed to see our local papers Editorials and the Guest Editorials concerning the Land Bank renewal. In reading them, about three-quarters of the editorials are PRAISING the efforts of the Land Band and pointing out the important acquisitions the Land Bank has secured
Orcas “Boosters” are $3,000 Short of Winter Goal
From the Booster Club The Orcas School Booster Club has “stepped into the batters' box” to support all athletic programs at our school. We are committed to the success of our students through participation in a strong, scholastic, athletic program. The Boosters would like to publicly thank the Orcas Island Community
Salish Sea Threatened and Endangered Species Nearly Doubles
From the SeaDoc Society A study unveiled today shows that the number of species that are threatened or endangered, or are candidates for listing in the Salish Sea, has nearly doubled in the last 2 years. When last tallied in 2008 there were 64 species. Today there are 113. Species
Letter to the Editor: Vote No on Land Bank for Fiscal Responsibility
Dear Editor, Why is the land bank asking for a renewal this year when their funding does not expire for another two years? That is right 2014! Voting no in this upcoming election does not mean you are against land preservation because I certainly am not. Voting no will show that you
Orcas Island Rowing’s Fourth Annual “Headless Head” Regatta This Saturday On Cascade Lake
By Martin Taylor Saturday, Oct. 29 at 10:00 a.m. At The OIR Boathouse The Orcas Island Rowing (OIR) club will be holding their fourth annual "Headless Head Regatta" this coming Saturday, Oct. 29 at 10 a.m. The event is held at the OIR boathouse on the south end
Editorial: Vote for Government that Works
The local and national mood seems to say two things: 1) Status quo (the Establishment) doesn’t work 2) Try something new Further, it seems that perspective is all-important when making these observations. 1) What is the status quo? 2) Who can be trusted to try something new? As all
Halloween and Healing Arts Fair after a Busy Work Week
Tuesday, October 25 County Council Public Hearing by Videoconference: 10 a.m. to noon at the Orcas Public Library. The Council holds a public hearing on Redistricting from Council Chamber in Friday Harbor. Eastsound Sewer and Water District Meeting 4:30 p.m. at offices fronting the airport, off North Beach Road on
Historic Shaw Island Homestead Open for Public Viewing
Saturday, Nov. 5 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Shaw Island The San Juan County Land Bank invites the public to view the Tharald Historic Homestead on Shaw Island Saturday, November 5, 2011 from 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm Boyd Pratt, architectural historian, will be available to provide
EDC Presents Financing Seminar for Businesses
From the San Juan County Economic Development Council Learn about a variety of business financing options available from traditional and alternative agencies and lenders, during a Business Financing Seminar presented by the San Juan County Economic Development Council. The event will be held at the Mullis Street Fire Hall, 1011
Crossroads Lecture Series Reveals Biological Roots of Human Similarities and Differences
The Orcas Crossroads Fall Lecture Series concludes on Saturday night, October 29, with “Early Humans and You: Discovering the Past through our Genes.” In this lecture, award-winning writer Steve Olson describes one of the most profound insights to be gleaned from the Human Genome Project: the remarkable unity
Guest Column: Buffers Protect from Local Pollution
In a recent letter, Dr. David Hyde asserts that much of the water moving through and around the San Juans come from Canada. He is correct; most of our marine waters come from Canada not Puget Sound. His conclusion that pollutants from Puget Sound are minimal here should provide some comfort.
Hiyu Out of Service Again
Washington State Ferries reported at 10:30 a.m. this morning (Oct. 23) that the interisland ferry, the Hiyu, is currently out of service while it undergoes repairs. Updates will be posted as they arrive.
