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
‘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.
Take precautions: Wildfire smoke is coming this way for weekend
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| Smoke from nearby wildfires is predicted to make its way to San Juan County (SJC) this weekend, Sept 9 through 11. Take precautions to protect yourself and family members if smoke reaches unhealthy levels. “We have three air quality monitors one on each
Back to school coats, shoes available for school kids at OCRC
||| FROM MEGAN EHRMANTROUT for COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER ||| It’s that time of year again as we bid farewell to sunny slow paced summer and ease into the routine that fall brings. Kids are back to school as families anticipate the coming cooler temperatures and shorter days. OCRC is here
Orcas Center’s Black Box to open for production of ‘The Cake’
||| FROM BETHANY MARIE for ORCAS CENTER ||| For the first time since COVID, Orcas Center opens the Black Box doors for The Cake, a play by Bekah Brunstetter directed by Melinda Milligan and stars an all-local cast: Lisa Spesard as Della, Travis King as Tim, Claire Orser as Jen,
Inslee announces end to remaining COVID-19 emergency orders and state of emergency by October 31
||| FROM THE OFFICE OF GOVERNOR JAY INSLEE ||| Gov. Jay Inslee today announced the upcoming rescission of all remaining COVID-19 emergency proclamations and state of emergency by Oct. 31. Nearly three-quarters of the governor’s 85 COVID-19 emergency orders have already been lifted, and an additional 13 health care related orders
San Juan County suffers from a slew of stolen street signs; if you have some, time to give ’em back
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| San Juan County is experiencing a slew of street sign thefts, leaving intersections and many popular roads unmarked. County officials are calling for the public’s help in finding and returning missing street signs. In the last two months, 13 signs were stolen, bringing
CWR captures photos of transients as they pass through area
||| FROM CENTER FOR WHALE RESEARCH ||| September 5th was a big Transient day. The team was working in the photo-ID office when we heard over the radio about a group of transients coming up the westside of San Juan Island. This group almost snuck past us but they were
‘Racing Extinction’ is upcoming must-watch from Friday Harbor Film Festival
||| FROM ELLEN ROBERTS for FRIDAY HARBOR FILM FESTIVAL ||| Racing Extinction, Friday Harbor Film Festival’s next offering in The Director Series follows undercover activists trying to stave off a man-made mass extinction. Scientists predict that humanity’s footprint on the planet may cause the loss of 50% of all species
Salish Seeds Projects 2022 fall native wildflower sale is coming up
||| FROM TANJA WILLIAMSON for SALISH SEEDS PROJECT ||| Native plant lovers take note - the Salish Seeds Project’s annual fall wildflower sale is almost here. Reserve plants online September 13 - 19, then pick them up on Saturday, October 1 at locations on San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, Shaw, and
PeaceHealth easing visitation policy as County’s COVID-19 transmission rates decline
||| FROM ANNE WILLIAMS for PEACEHEALTH PEACE ISLAND MEDICAL CENTER ||| PeaceHealth is pleased to announce that effective Wednesday, Sept. 7, visitors are again allowed—one per patient and one at a time—at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center. Visitors are still required to wear a mask in healthcare settings, per the
Fall Kickoff block party coming up at OI Community Church
||| FROM BRIAN MOSS for ORCAS ISLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH ||| All are invited to the Fall Kickoff Block Party at Orcas Island Community Church on Sunday, September 11. There will be an outdoor worship service at 10 a.m. At 11:30, we will continue with music from Turtleback Brass, a BBQ
Conservation District invites everyone to 75th Anniversary open house
||| FROM SAN JUAN ISLANDS CONSERVATION DISTRICT ||| You're Invited! SJICD 75th Anniversary Open House What: San Juan Islands Conservation District 75th Anniversary Open House Who: This event is open to the public, whether you’re a San Juan County resident, businesses, non profit partner or visitor, you are encouraged to attend. When: Friday,
Fire Commission will hold special meeting to interview candidate(s)
||| FROM KIM KIMPLE for ORCAS FIRE COMMISSIONERS ||| The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a special meeting on Monday, September 12 at 1 p.m. for the purpose of interviewing, evaluating, and appointing a candidate to fill the BOFC Seat #2 vacancy. This meeting will be held online via
Cultivating Success: Growing Future Farmers
Learn how to develop a sustainable small farm ||| FROM KATHRYN MIKULAK for SJC WSU EXTENSION ||| Interested in farming? Not sure how to begin? Do you dream of beginning or expanding your own small farm? The Cultivating SuccessTM series of courses combines workshop and farmer-direct learning experiences to help
Deadline approaches for Orcas artists wishing to exhibit at Library in 2023
||| FROM DAVE KOSIUR for ORCAS ISLAND LIBRARY ||| REMINDER! October 1st is the deadline for Orcas Island artists wishing to exhibit at the Orcas Island Library in 2023. A pamphlet describing the process is available at the library. Submissions should include your name, address, email, and phone number, 6 digital
Notary services soon to be available at Senior Center
Notary Service by Lisa Spesard at Orcas Senior Center: Monday, September 12 and Monday, October 10 ||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Lisa Spesard will provide notary services on Monday, September 12 and Monday, October 10, 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. A donation to OSC is suggested
