Here’s a thought…
“The belief in the possibility of a short decisive war appears to be one of the most ancient and dangerous of human illusions.”
ROBERT LYND
Notice: Updates to state building codes
||| FROM AMY TAYLOR for TOWN OF FRIDAY HARBOR ||| The adopted Building Codes for the State of Washington changed effective March 15, 2024. The 2021 edition of the Codes will replace the 2018 edition. State law requires cities and counties throughout Washington to adopt and enforce the Washington State
Letter to Editor | Let’s approve this fire levy lid lift
||| FROM JUDY SCOTT ||| I am writing to urge Orcas voters to join me in approving the levy lid lift on our April special election ballot that will help fund the mission of Orcas Island Fire & Rescue. In designing this levy, the newly elected Board of Fire Commissioners
As the Paradigm Shifts | Resisting the habit of resisting
||| AS THE PARADIGM SHIFTS by ROSIE KUHN ||| I find it fascinating, the amount of time and energy we put into educating our minds, regarding the world around us, yet dedicate so little time educating ourselves about the world within our hearts, within our souls. Each of us ongoingly
Sheriff’s Report | March 20 – 25, 2024
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ||| WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 24-001533 Lost Property 11:01:53 03/20/24 A Deputy on San Juan Island received a report of a lost computer. 24-001536 Fraud 13:01:24 03/20/24 A Deputy on San Juan Island received a report of a fraud. The victim reported that they
Help KWIAHT protect island wildlife
||| FROM RUSSEL BARSH for KWIAHT ||| Dead birds, small mammals and reptiles can tell us a lot about the spread of wildlife diseases and parasites such as ticks, and help us protect people, too. As weather patterns change, we are seeing the spread of new pathogens and parasites in
Bunny vs. Polar Bear
||| FROM HILARY CANTY ||| The Battle of the Ages is this Saturday at Moran State Park, when the Polar Bear takes on the Easter Bunny! Well, not quite. But the Lions are hosting their Egg Hunt starting at 10 and the Orcas Island Rowing Association is having their Polar
Update on Port of Orcas happenings
||| FROM ROBERT HAMILTON, PORT OF ORCAS COMMISSIONER ||| This is an update on happenings at the Orcas Airport. First, I am sad to announce that Kim Kimple is leaving her position as Port Manager on April 1st, 2024. Kim has done an incredible job as Manager and brought a
WSF Weekly Report | Recruiting high school students for future in ferry crews
||| FROM STEVE NEVEY for WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ||| A message from Steve We’ve been thinking creatively over the last few years to address the well-documented crew shortages. We’re purposefully building a pipeline from “middle school to the pilothouse.” This encompasses both internal programs we’ve established to help our crew
San Juan County Health Officer announces departure after more than 30 years of service
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| Dr. Frank James Dr. Frank James, Health Officer of San Juan County, announced his resignation after 31 years of service to San Juan County at the March Board of Health meeting. Not only has Dr. James served as the County Health Officer,
Occam’s Razor | Our island, our world through the eyes, pen of S.C. Watson
Welcome to our weekly feature, Occam's Razor, from local artist S.C. Watson.
‘Start by Believing Day’
Join Superior Court Services in celebrating ‘Start by Believing Day’ supporting survivors of abuse ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| San Juan County's Superior Court Services Department joins the global campaign, Start by Believing, encouraging community conversations to raise awareness, reduce unconscious bias, and provide resources to help improve outcomes
Embracing Change, Empowering Community | Orcas Island Food Bank’s new mission
||| FROM ORCAS ISLAND FOOD BANK COMMUNICATIONS TEAM ||| For years, the Orcas Island Food Bank’s slogan has been “Neighbors Helping Neighbors.” That’s still on the sign above our door — we view it as central to the Orcas way of life. Our new slogan, though, is more specific to
Planet vs. Plastics! The Great Islands Clean-up is on Saturday, April 20
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| Embark on a mission to protect our islands in the battle against plastics! Join your fellow islanders for the 2024 Spring Great Islands Clean-up on Saturday, April 20. Participants of all ages can register to clean up trash on a designated beach or
Geyman releases new book, Corporate Power and Oligarchy
How Our Democracy Can Prevail Over Authoritarianism and Fascism ||| FROM EMILY GEYMAN ||| Today's national politics are highly polarized, with one of our two major political parties dysfunctional with internal conflicts and public confidence in government and the Supreme Court in decline. The electorate has become increasingly diverse, with
Orcas Island School District announces exciting career opportunities
||| FROM MALLORY BALCOMB for ORCAS ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT ||| Orcas Island School District (OISD) is thrilled to announce multiple openings for dynamic individuals to join our dedicated team of educators and professionals. Committed to fostering a nurturing and enriching educational environment, OISD invites qualified candidates to apply for these
Earth Day workshops
||| FROM PARKER PAVITT for SAN JUAN ISLANDS MAKERS GUILD ||| Orcas loves a parade and we are excited to host Earth Day Celebrations April 19-20 in Eastsound. The Procession of the Species parade on Earth Day is hosting two free workshops at the Funhouse. Come make props or a headdress
