Here’s a thought…
“Old age is no joke, but it can feel like one.”
TAD TOMPKINS
Center for Whale Research | Outer coast encounter with SRKW members
|||FROM CENTER FOR WHALE RESEARCH ||| ObservBegin: 01:07 PM ObservEnd: 02:31 PM Vessel: Mike 1 Staff: Mark Malleson Other Observers: Gary Sutton, Tasli Shaw, Machi Yoshida Pods: J, K, L IDsEncountered: J31, J39, L55, L109, L119, L126, K12, K22, K33, K37 LocationDescr: Everest/North East of Swiftsure Bank EncSummary: Mark and
As the Paradigm Shifts | What could I possibly offer?
||| AS THE PARADIGM SHIFTS by ROSIE KUHN ||| There is a weightedness of grace at the core of being present. There is an ache in the question, “What could I possibly offer?” that becomes the very threshold that ignites the alchemy of wholeness. Moments—gut-wrenching, soul-breaking moments—when someone comes to me
Sheriff’s Report | August 20 – 26, 2025
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ||| WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20 25-005645 Trespassing 13:31:01 08/20/25 A San Juan Deputy received a report of trespassing. A witness who reportedly saw the suspect on the property refused to provide a statement to the Deputy. 25-005650 Fraud 15:20:39 08/20/25 An Orcas Island Deputy
County partners with WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife to address unconfirmed cougar sightings
As we head into the Labor Day weekend, the public is encouraged to remain vigilant and review best wildlife encounter practices. ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| Over the past few weeks, there have been several unverified reports of a suspected cougar on San Juan Island. San Juan County
SJC Monthly News Digest – August 2025
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| Good News for Permit Review Times & Director Recruitment: DCD Leadership Provides Summer Update During the August 19 Council meeting, staff from the Department of Community Development (DCD) provided a summer progress update, following the April 2025, January 2025, October 2024, and July
It’s another Fantastic Friday from Rep. Debra Lekanoff
||| FROM THE OFFICE OF REP. DEBRA LEKANOFF ||| As the warmth of summer lingers across the 40th District - from the tides of the San Juan Islands to the forests of Whatcom and the fields of Skagit - I am grateful for the privilege of serving you every single
OPALCO to host community meetings
OPALCO is planning now for what our energy future will be like in the next 25 years. OPALCO wants co-op members to get involved! ||| FROM KRISTA BOUCHEY for ORCAS POWER & LIGHT COOPERATIVE ||| OPALCO is hosting a series of community meetings about renewable energy and our shared energy future.
WSF Weekly Report | Labor Day; sea level rise; new director of marine operations
||| FROM WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ||| A message from John As we head into Labor Day weekend, I thank our employees for their hard work and dedication. There’s a lot of pressure to keep our customers moving during our busiest stretch of the year. Their commitment to service, showing up
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.
Let’s grow something new together
||| FROM LINDSAY JENNINGS for ORCAS ISLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ||| The Orcas Island Community Foundation is embarking on an exciting strategic planning process to guide our work over the coming years, and we need your input to make it meaningful and impactful for our entire community. As neighbors, business owners,
San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Orcas Island project updates
The Land Bank is preparing to implement projects at Judd Cove and Turtleback Mountain Preserves during the month of September. ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| The grant-funded Judd Cove Shoreline Restoration Project is scheduled to begin September 4th and will require closure of the shoreline portion of the
County & agency partners work to develop tools to manage human/wildlife interactions
The County will work with stakeholders to define common messaging, identify strategies to manage wildlife/human interactions, and educate the public. ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| In an effort to manage interactions between island wildlife and the public, the County is hosting a series of community conversations. Pulling together
County Council passes on purchase of Decatur Island property
The Council found that the property is not suitable for the County’s intended use and moved to terminate the Purchase and Sale Agreement under its contingency provisions. ||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| During this week’s meeting, the County Council discussed the potential purchase of a Decatur Island property
Orcas Island Community Band | A history of community
||| FROM KAREN KEY for ORCAS ISLAND COMMUNITY BAND ||| The Orcas Island Community Band (OICB) is a 501c3 non-profit all-volunteer organization comprised of approximately thirty Orcas Island and occasionally neighboring-island men and women dedicated to making a unique musical and cultural contribution to our community. Membership in the OICB
Orcas Center Audition Notice | Grease
||| FROM BETHANY MARIE for ORCAS CENTER ||| It’s not just the word, it’s happening! That’s right, Grease is rolling into Orcas Center this spring! Join an excited, fun, and dedicated cast in revving up this classic musical in 2026! Auditions are open to all performers ages 18 and up,
Jurors for 9/2 – 9/12 are excused. Jurors for 9/8 – 9/12 need to call in
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| JURY DUTY: SEPTEMBER 2-12, 2025 All jurors summonsed for jury duty beginning September 2 through Friday September 12, are excused. Jurors summonsed for the week of September 8-12 must call or check the website beginning the afternoon of Thursday September 4th to
