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“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
National Day of Service Draws Public to Volunteer Fair
Twenty-one local agencies and non-profit organizations attended the Volunteeer Fair, sponsored by the Orcas Island Community Foundation on Monday, Jan. 18 OICF Executive Director Hilary Canty said the turnout was beyond expectations, as the Orcas Island School District cafeteria was filled with people most of the afternoon of
Guest Opinion: Learn the Facts and Vote for the School Bond and Levy
Orcas Island School District Board of Directors This week, you will receive a ballot with two propositions that directly affect the future of the Orcas Island School District. The first proposition is a renewal of the Maintenance and Operations (M&O) levy. Almost 20% of the OISD budget comes from this
Jazz Singer-Songwriter Lorraine Feather Releases New CD
Ages, the follow-up to lyricist/vocalist Lorraine Feather's acclaimed 2008 release Language, debuts on February 9, 2010. Language received numerous rave reviews and rose to #1 on the JazzWeek radio airplay chart. Media coverage reached a peak when NPR's Susan Stamberg interviewed Lorraine on the Weekend Edition program. The
Cupid's Closet Has Tables for Flea Market
The Fidelis Circle is sponsoring "Cupid's Closet Flea Market" at West Sound Community Hall on Saturday, February 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Flea Market is planned to raise funds for Fidelis to fund annual High School Graduation Recognition awards that are give to 2 or 3 West
Paula Redpath: In Memoriam Sunday, Jan. 24
We say goodbye to a wife, friend and islander, Paula Redpath. Paula passed away at home on Sunday morning, January 10th 2010, after a battle with pancreatic cancer. She leaves behind her husband Jeff (Mal) Malakowski and Terra her doggy companion. Paula, a beautiful spirit, enjoyed nature, adventures,
RoseAnn Dolan: 1954 – 2010 Services Jan. 24
RoseAnn Rodabaugh Dolan RoseAnn Rodabaugh Dolan, 55, died peacefully on Sunday January 3, 2010 following an extended illness. She was born in Bluffton, Ohio on August 2, 1954 to Dr. Franklin and Lois Rodabaugh. RoseAnn graduated from Bluffton High School in 1972 and Bowling Green State University in
San Juan County’s Historic Barns Presentation February 11
The San Juan County Land Bank invites the public to join Sandy Strehlou and Boyd Pratt from 100 Friends of Old Island Barns as they share results of the county-wide historic barn inventory. All are welcome to the event on Thursday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Orcas Island
State Officials Form Coastal Caucus
From Senator Kevin Ranker's office On Jan. 15, state legislators from across the country announced the formation of the Caucus of Coastal State Legislators (CCSL) to address pressing economic, resource and environmental issues facing US coastal states. Washington State Senator Kevin Ranker was elected caucus chair at a December meeting
The Week Ahead: Bond Election Preparations
Sunday, January 17 Darvill’s Bookstore invites all to a party hosted by Lynne Howe and Emily Miner to celebrate Sandra Boynton’s new book and DVD. There’ll be a special screening of One Shoe Blues, fun activities, music, a Make Your Own Sock Puppet craft station, and more! 2 to 3 p.m.
Orcas School's Open House and Facilities Tour Next Saturday, Jan. 23
On Saturday, January 23rd from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Orcas Island School District will host continuous presentations and tours of the grounds and facilities in order to educate the community about the upcoming renovation and construction bond that will appear on the February 9th ballot. Ongoing presentations in
SeaDoc Society to Take On 4 New Salish Sea Projects
From the SeaDoc Society Newsletter Thanks to a $200,000 donation from the WWW Foundation, the SeaDoc Society is funding four "shovel-ready" projects this month. Briefly, they are: How are invasive sea squirts impacting native sea life? Are removal techniques working? Non-native sea squirts (also known as tunicates) have
Prayers for Haiti and Community Forum this Weekend
Planning Commission Meeting 8:30 a.m. at Legislative Building across from the courthouse in Friday Harbor. Gerard redesignation and Land Use update relating to cell tower regulations scheduled for discussion. Martin Lund and Gene Nery at the Orcas Hotel beginning at 6 p.m.. Call 376-4300. Grand Re-opening of Doe Bay Café
Library Friends Start Annual Membership Drive
The Annual Membership Drive for the Friends of the Library kicks off this month, spearheaded by Marilyn Jackson and Mary Poletti. Letters have been mailed this week asking islanders and members near and far, from Seattle, New York, Oregon, Massachusetts, Texas, California, Missouri, and Arizona, to renew their
At-large Orcas Thief Earns "Ballad" Profile by Orcas Writer
Orcas Islander Bob Friel has written a profile of burglary suspect Colton Harris-Moore, "The Ballad of Colton Harris-Moore" that is published in the January issue of Outside magazine. Harris- Moore, originally from Camano Island, is suspected of break-ins at Island Market and other Orcas Island businesses as well
Sealth Returns to San Juans' Run
Washington State Department of Transportation Ferries Secretary David Moseley announced that repairs and sea trials have been completed on the Sealth and the vessel returned to service on Friday, Jan. 15. The Evergreen State will replace the Hiyu on the inter-island route early this evening. "This service disruption was a
Community Foundation Leads National Day of Service
Updated Jan. 15 The Orcas Island Community Foundation Volunteer Fair will be held Monday Jan. 18 from noon to 4 p.m. in the Public School Cafeteria in celebration of Martin Luther King Day and the National Day of Service. There will be several community projects available to participate
