Here’s a thought…
“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
Contact a homesick Jordan Griffin in Sacramento
By Rachel Meenach Jordan Griffin sustained a spinal cord injury from a snowboarding accident on Orcas Island last December. He shattered vertebrae C6 in his neck and has been diagnosed with Incomplete Quadriplegia. Rachel Meenach is Jordan's mother. July 26 -- We have officially been at Shriners for a week
School district in robust shape for now, directors cautious about future
Orcas Island School District Board directors expressed cautious optimism as they accepted the budget for the 2009-2010 school year at their meeting on July 23. The budget reflects the [intlink id=”3540″ type=”post”]personnel added back into staffing[/intlink] that were listed on the consent agenda. Finance Manager Ben Thomas told the
St. Agnes Day Market at Emmanuel Church
Joyce Burghardt serves tea with Karen Blinn inside the Emmanuel Church Parish Hall during the annual St. Agnes Day Market on July 25. The tea service and bake sale were part of the annual fundraiser, with items for sale on the church lawn.
Letter to the Editor: Replace fire commissioners for better representation
I saw a bumper sticker, "If you don't exercise your rights, you will lose them." We pay taxes for services such as fire protection, and we have elected commissioners to oversee the funded services, and we have public meetings to be aware of how things are going. The fire and
Letter to the Editor: Approve voter initiative to create recreation district
Dear Community Members, In these tough economic times the Orcas Island Recreation Program has been able to survive with county support, user fees, grants and donations. The county has now officially cut off our funding although they will continue to provide office space, insurance, computers and administrative support. As members
It's all happening this week July 26 – Aug. 2
Updated Tuesday, July 28 at 9:30 a.m. Sunday July 26 Sundays at the Park – 6 to 8 p.m. This week features Skye and the Frequent Fliers. Monday, July 27 Garden harvest and cooking class at Morning Star Farm. Children and youth ages seven to eighteen will have the opportunity
Thunderstorms — "unusually prolific lightning producers" add to fire danger
“One of the most critical fire weather setups in years for Western Washington” was the message issued from the National Weather Service in Seattle Wash. on Saturday, July 25. “A red flag warning is issued when dry lightning or the combination of strong winds and low humidities are imminent or
"Love Letters" is charming and delightful
A Review by Lin McNulty "Love Letters," the latest offering from The Actors Theater of Orcas Island at The Grange, is a Pulitzer-nominated play by A.R. Gurney, and it is the perfect antidote to the activity, heat, and bustle we may be experiencing during this Orcas Island summer. When I
Formation of "Orcas Rec" park and recreation district to be on Nov. ballot
By Kevin O'Brien After overwhelming support by the people of Orcas Island, the "Orcas Rec" Initiative has gained sufficient signatures needed to make the November ballot. This was confirmed by the San Juan County Auditor, who approved 590 signatures today, Firiday, July 24. Orcas Islanders representing the current Orcas Rec
"Tapping into Health" complementary workshop Aug. 2
Nancy Southern, MSW, will offer a complementary workshop at the Orcas Island Library presenting a tapping technique called EFT. Southern has extensive training in this technique, which she says brings “relief from bouts of fatigue, tension or pain. “The help you seek is literally at your fingertips,” says Southern who
School District pursues grant for energy collection and HVAC replacement
Orcas Island School District Superintendent Barbara Kline is pursuing adding “Green Energy” components to the school building, and thereby to the school‘s education program. With the research of Kline's Executive Assistant Cathy Ferran, a grant has been identified to construct wind turbines “to collect energy coming through the ‘wind tunnel
Bad checks leave merchants out in the cold
Sgt. Steve Vierthaler of the San Juan County Sheriff's Department issued this warning through the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce today: Over the past couple weeks we have had a large increase in ID thefts. Specifically persons are finding someone has used their bank account numbers to make phony checks
CPR and First Aid for Kids, Teens, and Adults
Youth going into the 5th grade and older will be able to attend a CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and First Aid class on July 28 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall. Teenagers are encouraged to participate, and adults are also welcome. The First Aid class includes adult
County considers 2nd phase cuts at special meeting July 27
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Council will hold a special budget workshop beginning at 1p.m. Monday, July 27 in the Council Hearing Room of the Legislative Building at 55 Second Street in Friday Harbor. The Council will discuss the second phase of cuts to
Community Foundation supports the Orcas Island School District in second year of Education Initiative
From the Orcas Island Community Foundation Updated July 24 at 3 p.m. The Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) has authorized a grant of $10,000 from its Board discretionary fund to the Orcas Island School District (OISD). These funds will be pooled with pledges and contributions to the Education Initiative to
Just another weekend in paradise
Friday, July 24 Show Opening “From Their Hands” 4-7 pm at "The Cabin” Crow Valley Pottery An amazing collection of pots from around the region. Showcasing the new work of dozens of our favorite potters! We will feature the sculpture of Ruthie Newman and demonstrations by Robin Rodenberger. Call 376-4260.
