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
SJC Virtual Fair releases call to action for performers
Participate in “2020: A Fair Odyssey” August 12-15! -- from Adrienne Bourne for San Juan County Fair -- This year has presented a unique opportunity to showcase your talent and celebrate the culture of the Islands. Help represent this region through music, dance, comedy, theater, improv, storytelling, poetry, visual artists,
Today’s COVID-19 news and updates
-- from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray -- Newest 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. As of July 6, the state reported 1088 new cases for a total confirmed case count of 36,985. These new numbers are
Recovery and Resiliency community meetings continue this week
-- by Minor Lile, Orcas Issues reporter – A series of online meetings are continuing throughout the week as the community involvement phase of the Orcas Economic Recovery and Resiliency Project gathers momentum. The overall aim of the project is to develop an action plan for economic recovery and community
Funhouse offers FREE online course: Fresh ideas for parenting
-- from Nicole Spinogatti for Orcas Funhouse Commons -- The Funhouse is offering an interactive course called Parenting Wisely. Designed by family and social scientists to help parents with tips and tools to parent their children in different situations, this program has the COVID seal of approval as all content
Letter to Editor | About that viral ad campaign during virus
-- from Russel Barsh -- Congrats, Visitors Bureau, your ad campaign went viral. How far-sighted you were to begin promoting a return of tourism to the islands weeks BEFORE the County Council asked the state’s approval to move to Phase III. Too bad that the Governor rejected the Council’s request
KIRO Radio: Enter to win a San Juan Islands getaway!
-- from KIRO Radio -- KIRO Radio has your chance to win a San Juan Islands getaway trip for two, including a two-night stay at Earthbox Inn & Spa in Friday Harbor plus a Maya’s Legacy Whale and Wildlife tour! All you have to do is complete the entry form...and you’ll be entered to
Kruse Reviews | Epidemics and Society
Book review by Jens Kruse A little more than a week ago, I reviewed Steven Johnson’s The Ghost Map for these pages. It is the story of London’s cholera epidemic of 1854. By examining this outbreak at the microcosmic level of neighborhood and street it gives us an up- close
New COVID-19 positive test result on Orcas
-- from Brendan Cowan, Department of Emergency Management -- Over the weekend, the San Juan County Health & Community Service Department was notified of a new positive test result from a resident of Orcas Island. The patient has been asymptomatic and was tested as part of a routine medical screening.
Due to COVID, Visitors Bureau suspends all advertising
-- from Barbara Marrett for San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau -- The San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau resumed its regional advertising campaign when County officials anticipated that we would be moving to Phase 3 within a day or two. Many were surprised when the County Health officer postponed the original
Necessary travel: Ferries’ winter schedule in summer brings travel delays for locals, visitors in San Juans
-- from Salish Current -- Is the boat on time? Maybe, maybe not. Lanes fill with cars awaiting the call to board for the San Juan Islands on the Friday afternoon of Independence Day weekend. Riders have been met with delays of up to 90 minutes — and more —
Auditor to conduct official logic and accuracy test of ballot tabulating equipment
-- from Milene Henley, San Juan County Auditor -- A “Logic and Accuracy” test of ballot tabulating equipment used in San Juan County for the August 4, 2020 Primary election is scheduled for July 20 at 11 a.m. The test works by tallying the results of a prepared set of
Tourism’s mixed blessing: District 2 candidates respond
-- By Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter -- Tourism has been a flashpoint in the tumult of COVID and its threats to both health and economic stability: How quickly to open up, how well the county is prepared, the vulnerability of local businesses, fear and concern on all sides. SJC
Methow Valley eager for tourism, wary of tourists
-- by Emily McCarty / Crosscut.com -- John Bonica had the second confirmed case of COVID-19 in Okanogan County. At the end of March, after about 10 days of body aches, fever and chills, he got his test results — positive. Eventually, everyone in his family, except one daughter, contracted
Guest Opinion | Regarding a proposed Federal level law enforcement officer agency
-- from Dan Vician -- I write regarding the current discussion/review of our law enforcement programs, including training, certification and accountability. It certainly appears that our U.S. Senate and House are not on the same page. I suggest a platform upon which Joint Consolidation might flow easier. I suggest a
Medicare mysteries explained at upcoming workshop
-- from Julie McKee for Island Hospital -- Do you find Medicare a mystery? Are you unsure which Medicare plan is best for you? Join SHIBA online for a virtual Medicare 101 class where we will cover the "A, B, C, Ds" of Medicare. Our certified SHIBA volunteers will be
A whole 6 percent of B.C. residents welcome Americans to cross border
-- from The Washington Post -- TORONTO — In normal times, this would be the high season for Eric Brown's Ontario fishing lodges. In these times, he wonders if his business can survive. Brown says Americans make up 95 percent of the business at his Totem Resorts in Sioux Narrows.
