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“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
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.
Tough Times Parenting Teens? Join Other Parents
From Readiness to Learn Thursdays, Nov. 3 to Dec. 8 (with Thanksgiving break) at the Public Library Marta Nielsen, former Girl Scout Regional Director (Vermont), Salmonberry School teacher and Director of Orcas Island Prevention Partnership, will conduct an interactive program for parents of teens and 'tweens, aged 12 to 18 years,
Letter to the Editor: Sauer Responds
I was hoping the campaign for Commissioner of Eastsound Sewer & Water District Position 5 (the position I have held since 2009) would be an honest evaluation of the District’s current and future needs as they were addressed at the recently held League of Women Voters candidate speaker's program. Instead,
Jean Henigson Offers Children’s Dance Classes
Jean Henigson teaches Pre-Ballet and Creative Movement Dance Classes on Saturdays, through November 19: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Ages 3 – 4 11:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. Ages 5 – 7 Call Henigson for the fee at 376-6549. Beginning Nov. 1, she will teach ballet, folk and jazz dance classes for older children,
Doe Bay’s Brotherton one of “Most Influential 2011”
Joe Brotherton, owner of Doe Bay Resort, has been named by Seattle magazine as one of the "Most Influential People of 2011." Brotherton, along with Adam Zacks, Chad Clibborn, and Kevin Su, were called out as "the masterminds behind the Sasquatch music festival and Doe Bay Fest. "[They]know
Letter to the Editor: Control Recycling by Voting No
Dear Citizens, Vote “NO” on the solid waste parcel user charge. Help our citizens control recycling in a meaningful and sustainable manner. Co-mingled recycling is the direction the County continues to go, so say "NO". • Voting for more taxes will NOT make our Public Works Department more efficient. • Increased taxes
Guest Opinion: Some Thoughts for the Proposition Two Opposition
By Steve Garrison Badly managed and governed – True, it could have been better managed and personnel costs appear excessive. However, the solution might be better management, not throwing it over. Two to three times as expensive as those on the mainland -- Not surprising, given the logistical challenges of
