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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
Kline comes up with pay-as-you-go budget idea for Orcas School District
Orcas Island School District Superintendent Barbara Kline introduced a new idea to fund school programs at the regular school board meeting on June 25. Working with the board to finalize the 2009-2010 budget by July 31, Kline described the chronic problem of "making decisions in the dark," before either school
Planned Giving: July 1 meeting on how to follow through on charitable intentions
"We all need to learn more about how to set things up to succeed in our charitable intentions," says Hilary Canty, Executive Director of the Orcas Island Community Foundation. Orcas Island individuals, organizations and donors will have the opportunity to gain familiarity with the process and terminlogy for planned giving
Letter to the Editor: Large dogs at large
Since Turtleback was opened to hikers, dogs got to tag along as well, and if you could name the NUMBER ONE problem up there... it is unleashed dogs. We all know more people than not do not adhere to leash laws. Ruth Dougherty, the Land Bank steward, said herself that
Annual Fair on July 4 brings Orcas History to life
The Orcas Island Historical Museum will present The 59th Annual Historical Day Fair at the Village Green on July 4th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Over 70 of Orcas Island's finest pie bakers will donate homemade pies, which will be on sale by the slice, along with grilled hot dogs
Larson leaves county to work for Ranker
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager At the end of its June 23 session, the San Juan County Council gave thanks and bid farewell to Ann Larson, who served as the Council’s Clerk since April, 2008. Larson is leaving to join the staff of State Senator Kevin Ranker, who
County settlement is $27,690 in 2005 Campaign Reporting case
In a release from the County Prosecutor's office today, it was announced that a lawsuit brought against San Juan County and the cities of Seattle, Kent and Auburn in 2005 has been settled. San Juan County contributed $27,690 to the settlement reported Prosecuting Attorney Randall K. Gaylord. The case was
Darvill's adds "Friday Freebie" to the Downtown Scene
When Jenny Pederson hired Al Bently to work at her bookstore this spring, she asked if he could initiate some kind of musical program at the store. "Heck, yeah!" was Al's immediate response. "It's really easy... all my friends are musicians. "The musicians are really easy to find,
Buy tickets now for August Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival
Tickets are selling at a brisk pace for the always popular Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival, Aug. 18-29. From Mendelssohn to Mark O’Connor, the 12th Annual Festival has something dazzling for every music lover. The Festival celebrates the bicentennial of Mendelssohn with some of his most beloved works.
Listen to Borealis, wait for MacArthur, sing along with Page, walk the trail, tap your cares away and don't forget to smell the flowers — all this weekend
Friday, June 26 Crow Valley Pottery “Flights and Fancy” - Show opening reception from 4 to 7 p.m. at Crow Valley’s “Cabin” location. Celebrate Crow Valley’s 50th birthday with music by Carolyn Cruso and tasty treats! Call 376-4260. Free Reiki intro lecture and experience at Ama Tara Center with Reiki
Kyle Freeman to be new Orcas Island Elementary/Middle School Principal
Kyle Freeman, currently principal intern at Bainbridge Island Elementary School, has been selected for the position of Orcas Island Elementary and Middle School Principal, District Superintendent Barbara Kline announced today. Freeman, who has accepted the position, will also assume administrative duties for the Orcas Island School District's (OISD) food and
Catherine Pederson to retire as Choral Society Director
Catherine Pederson, long time director and co-founder of the Orcas Choral Society, has announced that she will retire from this role after the May 2010 concert. The upcoming season will continue as usual with a Christmas concert, participation in the school benefit concert, and the annual spring concert under her
County Council honors long-term county employees
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Council honored 34 County employees who celebrated anniversaries number 5, 10 ,15, 20 or 25 with the County. Council Members thanked each employee present with a handshake, a certificate and a service pin; and joined them for a pot
Critical Areas Ordinance update Q&A on Thursday at the Senior Center
The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce announced today that the San Juan County long-range planner Shireene Hale will be at the Senior Center Thursday morning to answer questions about proposed revisions to the Critical Area Ordinance in an informal setting. Critical areas are identified as wetlands, fish and wildlife habitats,
Turtleback Management Plan accommodates usage by hikers, bikers and horseback riders
The Turtleback Mountain Preserve Management Plan was approved by the County Council six months ago, and on June 22, Ruthie Dougherty, Land Bank Steward, gave a report to the County Council on the progress toward providing public access and multiple use along the trails in the Preserve. As Turtleback Mountain
Editorial: Not too late to save Orcas Rec
Are we going to sit idly by and let the Orcas Recreation Program be the first local casualty of the Great Recession of 2009? This would be unconscionable, but here's how it could happen, as soon as next week: The County Council meets on July 1 to finalize the budget
Commencement Speech at Orcas Island High School
By Kathleen Collister, June 13, 2009 on the occasion of the Commencement of the Orcas Island High School Class of 2009 Graduates, families, friends, honored guests, colleagues: It is an honor to be chosen by the senior class to give their commencement address and I am humbled by it…and
