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TAD TOMPKINS
Inslee announces statewide school closures, expansion of limits on large gatherings
-- from Office of Governor Inslee -- In order to further slow the spread of COVID-19, Gov. Jay Inslee announced his intention to sign several executive orders today to expand statewide closures of schools, limit large gatherings and expand protocols for adult family homes. Inslee made the announcement at the
OPALCO office closed for safety, but business still open
Contact OPALCO by phone, email or online to slow viral spread -- from Orcas Power & Light -- OPALCO is closing its offices to the public beginning Monday, March 16 in order to help keep co-op staff healthy and our system running smoothly. All business services are available by telephone
Larsen opens meeting to include digital attendance
Saturday, March 14, 2:30 - 4 p.m., San Juan Island Brewery -- from Rick Larsen's Office -- Due to the current Coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic, we have been reassessing our upcoming events in cooperation with local public health officials, best practices, and our state and local governments. On Wednesday, I reached
The Exchange to close for time being until further notice
Trash operations still available -- from Orcas Recycling Servces -- Following the lead of Governor Inslee and the Orcas School District, Orcas Recycling Services (ORS) has decided to close The Exchange reuse store due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic. The Exchange will be closed for drop-offs and shopping beginning Saturday
In COVID-19 response, Orcas Schools close for six weeks
Effective today at close of school -- from Orcas Island School Board: John Fleming, Ayn Carrillo Gailey, Linda Sheridan, Greg White -- As your school board, we believe that what we do at our Orcas Island public schools leaves a significant impact on our children and the community beyond our school doors.
Update about Coronavirus concerns and what you need to know about Rock Island’s response
Offices closing to general public access -- from Rock Island Communications -- As a prominent county internet service provider, keeping our customers connected during these uncertain times is our top priority. With the impact of Coronavirus spreading, we’re dedicated to protecting our customers internet connections and to ensure they have
How Are We Doing? – Not What We Expected
A quarterly review of County finances -- fourth quarter 2019 -- from County Auditor F. Milene Henley -- This is not what we expected. We all knew a recession was coming, though we didn’t know when. Indeed, the current period of economic expansion in the United States hit 120 months
Orcas School finalizing plan for extended school closure
-- from Eric Webb, Orcas Schools Superintendent -- The information surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak continues to evolve by the hour. [Friday morning I travelled] to Anacortes to ESD 189 to gather more information regarding the legal and educational aspects of an extended district closure. Our top priority, has and will
OICF launches emergency response fund
-- from Hilary Canty for Orcas Island Community Foundation -- The Orcas Island Community Foundation has launched the Community Emergency Response fund, with a $10,000 seed donation from the Foundation (thanks to Bob Henigson's OICF Legacy gift). The goal of this fund is to ensure critical supports remain available throughout the
Food Bank in need of side dish items
-- from Madie Murray for Orcas Island Food Bank -- Between our generous community members and some suppliers, we usually don’t run short of side dish items or those things you normally pick up to accompany a main dish. But we are beginning to see a rise in clients visiting
WSF encourages ‘social distancing’ aboard ferries
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Washington State Ferries continues to monitor the ongoing COVID-19 situation and follow health recommendations to help slow the spread of the disease and other germs. The health and safety of our passengers and employees is our number one priority. And while we continue to
Responding to COVID-19, San Juan County to declare an emergency
No restrictions or closures included in the declaration -- from Brendan Cowan, San Juan County Department of Emergency Management -- The San Juan County Council will be meeting on Friday March 13 to declare an emergency in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. By declaring an emergency, San Juan County can
Gusts up to 60 mph in windstorm on slate for Friday – Saturday
-- from National Weather Service -- * What, Northeast winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mphpossible. * Where, San Juan County, Western Whatcom county and WesternSkagit County. * When, from Friday afternoon through Saturday morning. * Impacts, damaging winds could blow down trees and powerlines. Widespread
COVID cancellation | Orcas Center cancels annual meeting
-- from Bethany Marie for Orcas Center -- The annual meeting of the Orcas Center membership previously scheduled for Sunday, March 15 is canceled. The board will be creating a written annual report and publishing it on www.OrcasCenter.org by the end of the month. 70 ballots have been returned so far.
San Juan County update on resources for current COVID-19 figures
-- from Brendan Cowan for County Department of Emergency Services -- While there are currently no positive test results in San Juan County, the San Juan County COVID-19 Response Team has created an online tool for the reporting of current testing numbers. Designed to help share timely information with islanders,
Census Bureau statement on Coronavirus and the 2020 Census
Bottom line? Respond on your own, whether online, over the phone, or by mail to avoid personal contact -- from U.S. Census Bureau -- The U.S. Census Bureau is carefully monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and will follow the guidance of federal, state and local health authorities. We have also established the Census
