Here’s a thought…
“I don’t know why we are here, but I’m pretty sure that it is not in order to enjoy ourselves.”
LUDWIG WITTGENSTEIN
As the Paradigm Shifts | Five reasons why I don’t tell people what to do
||| AS THE PARADIGM SHIFTS by ROSIE KUHN ||| I’ve just come back from a visit with my daughter and her family in Edmonton, Canada. It was probably one of my best visits yet. Why? Because I didn’t try to tell people what to do or how to do things
Sheriff’s Report | October 4 – 10, 2023
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ||| WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4 23-007959 Disorderly Conduct 11:40:17 10/04/23 A San Juan Deputy made contact with an intoxicated individual who was yelling and causing a disturbance at the ferry landing. It was determined he was not yelling at anyone in particular. A report
Letter to Editor | In support of Brian Ehrmantraut for Fire Commissioner
||| FROM JANET BROWNELL ||| While I am not 100% up to speed on all things “fire department” – I do know Brian. He is thoughtful, intelligent, calm, and honest. These are the essential traits for any board – they are especially critical for boards facing complex issues. Brian also has a keen
Hoping for peace
||| FROM HILARY CANTY ||| Waking this week in a world with two active and horrific wars. It is so very tragic for so many and the terror is real. I have no words, but hold the hope for resolution and the support for all who are suffering close. And
Larsen joins bipartisan rural health caucus
||| FROM THE OFFICE OF REP. RICK LARSEN ||| WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) recently joined the bipartisan Rural Health Caucus to improve understanding and coordinate policies that address rural health issues in Northwest Washington. The Rural Health Caucus, which relaunched on September 20, is led by Reps. Diana
Letter to Editor | Rick Fant for Port of Orcas
||| FROM CHIP LONG ||| As a new to the island resident, what’s immediately apparent is how generous our neighbors can be in volunteering their time and expertise in ways that solve problems, create opportunities, and elevate community life. I’ve found Rick Fant to be such a neighbor. Through my
Nov. 1 deadline for art in the Orcas Library is quickly approaching
||| FROM DAVE KOSIUR for ORCAS ISLAND LIBRARY ||| Want to Exhibit Your Art? Now’s your chance. The Art Committee at the Orcas Island Public Library is seeking applications for the 2024 exhibit schedule. All types of art — painting, sculpture, photography, mixed-media — are acceptable. Interested Orcas Island artists
NTSB probe: Captain was asleep at the wheel during ’22 ferry crash
||| FROM MYNORTHWEST.COM ||| The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) found human error was to blame for the crash of a Washington State Ferries (WSF) vessel with 94 people on board. There was only one minor injury, but the crash cost $10.6 million in damages to the boat and the piling
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.
Make Your Voice Heard: Community health survey postcards on their way to you
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| San Juan County Health & Community Services wants to hear from as many people as possible in the Community Health Survey. We are sending a postcard to all San Juan County residents inviting everyone to make their voice heard. The postcards are set to
Local rock band to debut at Grange for Halloween dance party
||| FROM COLLEEN SMITH SUMMERS ||| All ages are invited to kick off their Halloween festivities with a cosmic dance party at the Grange. A group of Orcas Island all-stars have united to create a new band, Plea80s, will make its public debut the last weekend in October for an
Large Snake River toxic algal bloom hasn’t happened before
||| FROM KNKX NPR.ORG ||| POSTED AT REQUEST OF ORCASONIAN READER From the air above Lower Granite Dam on the Snake River, a green sheen spreads out over the water. “There was a pretty extensive algae bloom just above Lower Granite,” said Eric Crawford, who saw the bloom during a
Fall 2023 Great Islands Clean-up successfully removes 1,800lbs of litter
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| In an inspiring display of community unity and environmental stewardship, 164 dedicated volunteers came together to participate in the Fall Great Islands Clean-up on Orcas, San Juan, Shaw, and Lopez Islands. Their collective efforts resulted in the removal of 1,871 pounds of litter
Call for artisans for Orcas Winter Market and countywide online auction
||| FROM SAN JUAN MAKERS GUILD ||| Join us as a featured vendor at the Winter Artisans Market at Odd Fellows Hall in Eastsound, Dec 8-10. Open to San Juan County residents. Online applications due Oct 18. This year the Makers Guild is hosting the popular Night Market with dinner
Registration opens for pediatric COVID-19 vaccine appointments
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| Registration for the new pediatric 23-24 COVID-19 vaccine is now open, with limited availability for children under 19 years of age. Our first clinics will be held Oct. 18 on Orcas Island and Oct. 19 on San Juan Island. Supplies will be limited
Time again for Medicare open enrollment presentations
||| FROM PEGI GROUNDWATER for SAN JUAN SHIBA ||| October 15 through December 7 is your once-a-year chance to review your insurance coverage and make sure that it will still be right for you in 2024. Why review your Medicare choices? Your health may have changed in the past year,
