Here’s a thought…
“Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let each New Year find you a better man.”
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
Governor: WA Colleges will open in Fall with new state guidelines
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- Gov. Jay Inslee was joined today by presidents of Washington colleges and universities to unveil the guidance for reopening in-person instruction at higher education institutions in the fall. Today’s announcement comes with a proclamation providing specific health guidance for four-year public and private institutions, as well as
Recapping today’s COVID-19 news and updates
-- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Numbers. For the most recent tally of cases by county, demographics, and more, visit the Department of Health's dashboard and the state’s COVID-19 risk assessment dashboard. Inslee visits Spokane to discuss COVID-19 response and recovery. Gov. Jay Inslee traveled to Spokane today to visit with leaders in local
County Council considers resolution addressing use of force policies and social justice
-- by Minor Lile, Orcas Issues reporter – At their June 23 meeting, the County Council took up for consideration a proposed resolution that is aimed at addressing issues of justice, equity, inclusion, and diversity in the County and affirming “Commitment to a Safe and Inclusive Community.” In addition to
Merry-Ann Keane to leave PeaceHealth
-- from Deanna Ellefson for PeaceHealth Peace Island -- Charles Prosper, chief executive of PeaceHealth, Northwest, announced today that Merry-Ann Keane, chief administrative officer for PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center, had informed him of her decision to leave PeaceHealth to be closer to family abroad. Keane’s last day will be July 17,
WSF: We don’t want your cash
Due to national coin shortage -- from Washington State Ferries -- Customers are encouraged to use debit or credit cards when purchasing their tickets at the terminal. Terminals have a limited supply of change due to a national coin shortage caused by COVID-19. Should customers need to pay with cash,
OPAL’s annual Gala moves online June 27 to 30
-- from Crystal Mossman for OPAL -- In response to this year’s need for social distancing, OPAL will hold its annual benefit Gala online and expand the event to four days. OPAL Gala2020 will begin at noon on Saturday, June 27, and end at midnight on Tuesday, June 30. The
Washington State Ferries hosting virtual community meeting
June 30 online meeting replaces traditional spring outreach events -- from Washington State Ferries -- SEATTLE – Washington State Ferries is hosting an online public meeting to share the latest information about ferry service and to engage people in ferry-served communities from Tacoma to the San Juan Islands. Instead of
Governor joins bipartisan coalition of governors requesting federal investments in broadband
-- from Governor Jay Inslee's Office -- In case you missed it: Gov. Jay Inslee joined a bipartisan coalition of governors today to send a letter to the president and congressional leadership requesting federal investments to ensure internet access for every American. Broadband is an essential element to COVID-19 recovery, especially in
Port Commission discussing wages, benefits for new Port Manager in special meeting
-- from Kim Kimple for Port Commission -- The Port Commission will meet later today in a discussion of wages and benefits for a new Port Manager. Zoom Meeting LinkMeeting ID: 823 8162 4547Password: 494265One tap mobile+12532158782,,82381624547#,,,,0#,,494265# US (Tacoma) AGENDA June 25, 2020 6:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER – 6
COVID-19 news and updates for today
-- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Numbers. For the most recent tally of cases by county, demographics, and more, visit the Department of Health's dashboard and the state’s COVID-19 risk assessment dashboard. Several sections of the risk assessment dashboard page are updated on Wednesdays with new information about PPE procurement, activity in long-term
Health District schedules town hall as they consider medical clinic proposals
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues Reporter -- The deadline for proposals responding to the Orcas Island Health Care District’s request for a partner to operate a consolidated clinic on Orcas is this Friday, June 26. At that point, the District commissioners will begin the process of reviewing the proposals.
Short Notice | Special EPRC Zoom meeting to focus on Prune Alley
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues Reporter -- In what might be the last opportunity for the public to weigh in on the proposed Prune Alley redevelopment project, the EPRC has scheduled a special “virtual” meeting on Thursday, June 25, from 3 – 5pm. It is certainly short notice, and
Roche Harbor releases July 4th guidelines to reduce crowds
-- from Brent Snow, Roche Harbor, General Manager -- The COVID-19 pandemic has put a terrible monkey wrench in all our plans. These are not easy times for any hospitality operation and Roche Harbor is founded and based on hospitality. We are committed to providing a safe environment for our crew, guests,
San Juan County requests Phase 3 approval from State
-- from Brendan Cowan, Department of Emergency Management -- Following a recommendation from San Juan County Health Officer Dr. Frank James, both the County Board of Health and the San Juan County Council approved submitting an application to the WA State Secretary of Health to enter a modified version of
SJC Democrats draft resolution on police reform
-- from David Turnoy for San Juan County Democrats -- We in the San Juan County Democrats are as concerned as anyone about police violence against people of color. One of our members, Bob O’Connell, had a visceral reaction when he witnessed the video of George Floyd’s murder, and he
Library discussion: At the heart of everything human is story
A discussion with Mark Ferrari, July 2, 6 p.m. -- from Mary Pugh for Orcas Island Library -- Birds build nests, bees make hives, snails secrete shells… But human beings create stories to live in. We literally live and die by them—waking and sleeping, from the day we’re born to
