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“Nothing limits intelligence more than ignorance; nothing fosters ignorance more than one’s own opinions; nothing strengthens opinions more than refusing to look at reality.”
SHERI S. TEPPER
Eastsound Planning meeting today at 3
Eastsound Planning and Review Committee (EPRC) will meet from 3:00 to 4:30 pm Orcas Senior Center. Acting Chair Bob Connell has noted that it is likely there will not be a quorum at this session. On the agenda are public comment and additions to the agenda; review of the August
Island Cup Against Friday Harbor this Saturday at Orcas
The Mighty Vikings will take the field Saturday at 12:30 p.m. against their island rivals, the Friday Harbor Wolverines. Front Row - left to right - Head Coach Dennis Dahl, Elijah Jones, Micah Jones, Josh Griffin, Allan Coe, Tyler Nigretto, Aubrey Schermerhorn, Assistant Coach Scott Harris. Second Row
Great Expectation: A Common Community Vision
By Walt Corbin While stationed at Ft Lewis in 1954-55, I traveled the ferry to Vancouver Island through the San Juan Island. There was a long log boom in tow and the islands were like forested jewels to me. I vowed when I retired, the San Juans would be my
Island Grown, Island Raised — Dinner Benefit for Kaleidoscope Sept. 12
The 5th annual gourmet dinner, wine tasting and auction to benefit Kaleidoscope Preschool and Child Care Center will take place on Saturday, Sept. 12. The dinner has grown each year, and last year, $15,000 was raised by the dinner/auction. “It’s absolutely our largest fundraiser of the year,” say
Ranker hears first-hand from area teachers
From State Senator Kevin Ranker's office Area teachers got a chance to let lawmakers know what they think of state education reform plans during a recent meeting in Anacortes. Sen. Kevin Ranker of San Juan Island joined two lawmakers who oversee the Senate education committee and about 50
Lelievre Watercolors on Display at Key Bank
Steven Lelievre’s watercolor paintings are now on exhibition at Key Bank’s Orcas Island branch for the month of September. The 26 works represent leaf and floral studies, landscapes, a portrait, and mixed media work. Steve is a junior high school math teacher in the Seattle area. His interest in watercolor
Marine Resources Committee to Discuss New Rules to Protect Whales
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Marine Resources Committee will discuss the proposed vessel regulations issued by NOAA Fisheries for the Southern Resident Killer Whales during their regular meeting on September 2 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Islanders Bank Annex in Friday Harbor.
Funhouse to close for maintenance next week, Sept. 7 – 11
The Funhouse will be closed for school year prep and maintenance for one week, September 7-11th.> The Funhouse will be OPEN for Teen Nights—which are always free— on Friday and Saturday nights, 6:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Funhouse Director Pete Moe says, "Please take note of our closed dates and make alternative
Kyle Freeman, Orcas Elementary Principal, Inspired to Participate in Solutions
In his Principal's office, Kyle Freeman has prominently displayed a wall-sized poster of President John Kennedy and his words, “It’s time for a new generation of leaders, for there is a new world to be won.” And just outside his office door is that world – Orcas Island
Polaris Map Systems Training Coming to Orcas
Melissa Crane, the San Juan County Geographic Information Systems (GIS ) Program Coordinator, recently announced that additional Polaris training will take place on on Orcas Island on Tuesday, September 8 at 1:30 pm at the Orcas Senior Center. The GIS Team has designed Polaris to become the one-stop-shop for both
School Board cranks it up for new construction architect and bond
Updated Sept. 2, 2009 at 12:20 p.m. The Orcas Island School District Board is proceeding full-speed ahead to select an architectural firm for the final design of the long-awaited new school construction, and to decide upon the bond issue that will finance the undertaking. At the School Board meeting on
One Position Contested in Orcas Parks and Recreation District Commissioner Filing
Special filing for Orcas Recreation District Commissioners, to be elected in the November election, began Aug. 26 and closed Friday, Aug. 28. Marian O'Brien faces Vickie Vandermay in Position #1, Bob Eagan has declared for Position #2, Martha Farish for Position #3, Jim Bredouw for Position #4 and Ian Lister
The Week Ahead: Auditions, Ferry Meet, and Back to School
Sunday, August 30 Auditions for Great Expectations -- Orcas Center will hold auditions for an original adaptation of the Dickens’ classic from 2 to 4 p.m. and again on Monday, August 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. See www.orcascenter.org . Sundays in the Park – Orcas Idol Showcase
Letter to the Editor: OASIS K-8: An Alternative Education Option
Experts say the best way parents can be involved in their child’s education is to support learning at home. For some students, this literally means learning in an alternative environment such as the home and community. Orcas Island School District’s OASIS A.L.E. K-8 program is designed to help parents
Community Foundation to honor Bob and Marsha Waunch at Annual Luncheon
The Orcas Island Community Foundation will hold its annual Report to the Community Luncheon on Tuesday, September 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Rosario Resort Discovery House. This year the organization will celebrate Collaboration in the Orcas Island Community and will honor Bob and Marsha Waunch for
