Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
Pandemic Poetry | Keeping Quiet by Pablo Neruda
Keeping QuietPablo NerudaNow we will count to twelveand we will all keep stillfor once on the face of the earth,let's not speak in any language;let's stop for a second,and not move our arms so much.It would be an exotic momentwithout rush, without engines;we would all be togetherin a sudden strangeness.Fishermen
Orcas Island Library to close on Sunday until further notice
Check out some last minute reading -- from Phil Heikkinen for Orcas Island Library -- Beginning on Monday, March 16, the Orcas Island Library will be closed through Tuesday, March 31, or until further notice. We will be open our normal hours on Saturday, March 14 from 10 to 5
A message from local public hospital districts | A must read COVID-19 update
-- from Anne Presson, Public Hospital Districts Superintendent -- As the Superintendent for the Public Hospital Districts on Orcas and Lopez islands, I was asked to lead several areas within the County’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC). One area of our COVID-19 response where there are a lot of questions is
COVID cancellation | All Park & Rec activities
Expected to last through April 26 -- from Terri Rodgers, Director, Orcas Island Park and Recreation -- In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Orcas Island Park and Recreation District is suspending ALL activities and programs immediately. We will monitor the situation on a regular basis and respond accordingly regarding the re-instatement of
Town of Friday Harbor seeks artists’ proposals for Blair Avenue mural
-- from Julie Green for Town of Friday Harbor -- The Town of Friday Harbor is accepting proposals for artwork to be displayed on or against a 235-foot wall along Blair Avenue. Proposals will be accepted until April 30, All proposals will be considered with preference going to those from
Orcasional Musings | International women’s day? Black history month? What about all that?
||| ORCASIONAL MUSINGS BY STEVE HENIGSON ||| Mothers' Day, a pseudo-holiday invented by commercial interests attempting to sell us gifts appropriate for giving to our mothers, occurs on the second Sunday of May every year. If you rigidly observe Mothers' Day, and always give mom a gift and the usual
Important COVID-19 info and your drinking water
-- from Paul Kamin for Eastsound Water Users Association -- Eastsound Water Users Association is closely monitoring the developments of the spread of COVID-19. The CDC and Washington Department of Health has issued statements that the COVID 19 virus IS NOT TRANSMITTED through a disinfected water supply such as Eastsound
Sheriff’s Report | March 4 – 10, 2020
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, March 4, 202020-001638 Traffic Hazard 08:19:40 03/04/20 A San Juan Deputy was dispatched to a traffic hazard. The Deputy arrived and observed a vehicle which left the roadway and struck a small tree. The driver was issued an infraction for wheels
Actions being taken at Food Co-op to prevent spread of coronavirus
-- from Learner Limbach for Orcas Food Co-op -- In light of the growing crisis, Orcas Food Co-op management and staff have been hard at work putting together plans for preventing the spread of Covid-19/Coronavirus as well as addressing some of the social impacts that are arising as a result.
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
