Here’s a thought…
“When I despair, I remember that all through history, the way of truth and love has always won. There have been murderers and tyrants, and for a time they can seem invincible. But in the end they always fall. Think of it, always.”
MOHANDAS KARAMCHAND GANDHI
Hedrick Smith to speak on Sunday, September 8
||| FROM DOUG MARSHALL ||| Once again, Orcas Islanders will have the opportunity to hear political analysis from two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and part-time Orcas Island resident Hedrick Smith. The one-time Washington Bureau Chief for The New York Times will offer his analysis of the 2024 national election campaign and
Guest Opinion | Regarding EWUA recall communications
||| FROM CINDY WOLF, COUNTY COUNCIL MEMBER DIST #2 I have been receiving phone calls and emails from constituents regarding communication from a group running a recall at EWUA asking whether there are safety concerns that need to be addressed. Today I followed up with Sheriff Peter. He assures
Governor’s San Juan visit focuses on climate change, Climate Commitment Act
Tour of kelp beds, eelgrass meadows illustrates research, underscores climate issues around health of the Salish Sea ||| FROM NANCY DEVAUX for SALISH CURRENT ||| Gov. Jay Inslee visited San Juan Island last weekend, where he joined the Friends of the San Juans for a boat tour on Saturday afternoon.
Yoga Movement Class
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Join Tara Plank's active vinyasa-style yoga sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 pm at Orcas Senior Center. Classes emphasize the science of yoga, with attention given to moving from a place of stability. Each class addresses core strength in a
The Green Economy is hungry for copper—and people are stealing, fighting, and dying to feed it
With the possible exception of gold, no other metal has caused as much destruction as copper. In the coming years, we’ll need more of it than ever. ||| FROM WIRED.COM ||| Moqadi Mokoena had been feeling uneasy all day. When he’d left his home on the outskirts of Johannesburg, South
LWVSJ Observer Corps: County Council August 27, 2024
||| FROM NECIA QUAST for LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS ||| The Council approved 2024-2025 budget amendments for supplemental and emergency spending that included updated numbers in accounts. They did not approve added hours for the Land Bank Nursery Assistant. The auditor made the case that additions in positions or hours should be
Some things about this Eastsound Water recall activity
||| FROM CAROL ANDERSON ||| Dear EWUA Members, Attending the recent EWUA board meeting the other night reminded me of being bullied when I was in kindergarten. I remember this big boy approaching me and kicking me in the shin very hard. I didn’t cry, but it made me very
Orcas Island photographer covers Democratic National Convention in Chicago
||| FROM DARRELL KIRK ||| Aside from the birth of my child, and marrying my wife, The Democratic National Convention in Chicago was one of the most inspirational events of my life. As the convention was held in Chicago, and in these trying times, many in the media saw the
Sheriff’s Report | August 21 – 27, 2024
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ||| WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21 24-005434 Injury 11:49:05 08/21/24 A Deputy on Orcas responded to an animal bite. The victim was fine and did not need stitches from a dog bite. The owner and dog were located and given a citation. The case was
Letter to Editor | Landscaper for O’Day
||| FROM STEVE SCHRAMM ||| As a professional environmental landscaper for many years, I have represented numerous clients who are thrilled to live here and wish to enhance the natural beauty of their lands. Unfortunately, the laws governing our critical areas and shorelines are capable of multiple interpretations. This
What a great ride
||| FROM HILARY CANTY for ORCAS ISLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ||| Today is my last day as the Executive Director of the Orcas Island Community Foundation. After 18 years, I am stepping down to enjoy retirement with my family. When speaking with folks about my time with OICF, the focus has
Immigration agents detain, send home crew after failed WA ferry tow
||| FROM GAZETTE EXTRA ||| SEATTLE — Four mariners tasked with transporting two retired state ferries to Ecuador for scrapping became ensnared in the U.S. immigration system after failing to move the vessels. The crew members — from Peru, Colombia and Panama — had been aboard the tugboat Wycliffe for
State officials scramble after discovering highly invasive species capable of wiping out major West Coast industry
'Threatens our environment and coastal economies' ||| FROM THE COOL DOWN ||| An invasive crab species is spreading in Washington, and officials are urging residents to help control the dangerous population. What's happening? The European green crab was recently discovered for the first time along the state's North Central Coast,
WSF Weekly Update | Converting depts. to 5 teams; Labor Day traffic, of course; Crew rescue; more Colman Dock awards
||| FROM STEVE NEVEY for WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ||| A message from Steve As I enter my sixth month as assistant secretary and we evolve and position Washington State Ferries for future success, we’ll be making a big change next week by combining our 11 departments into five strategic teams.
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.
Friday Night Writes
||| FROM SAM GAILEY for ORCAS ISLAND LIBRARY ||| Not just another Friday, but a Friday Night Writes! Working on a novel, short story, poem, or song? Need a little encouragement and guidance? Please join me and other island writers in a creative and supportive space. A few writing coaches
