Here’s a thought…
“That confidence — that the law cannot reach you because you are the one wielding it — is the oldest and most dangerous delusion in Washington.”
MILES TAYLOR
FEMA Grant to help firefighters breathe easier
-- from Kim Kimple for Orcas Island Fire & Rescue -- The four fire districts of San Juan County have received a regional Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant to replace aging personal protective equipment for firefighters and increase compatibility between agencies, maximizing mutual aid throughout our islands while reducing
An evening with Paul Rucker was stunning
Woman in the Woods production a sell-out -- from Jay Kimball -- Tickets to last Saturday night's Woman in the Woods Productions event sold out in record time. The packed Orcas Center theater audience, elbow to elbow, was often so quiet you could hear the proverbial pin drop. Paul Rucker – visual
Orcas High students named as Commended Students in 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program
-- from Kyle Freeman for Orcas Island High School -- Orcas Island High School is proud to announce that Maya Heikkinen and Ewan Lister have been named as Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program. A Letter of Commendation from the school and National Merit Corporation, which conducts the
Health Care District schedules a town hall meet with community
Saturday, October 5, 3 - 5 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Anne Presson for Orcas Island Health Care District -- The Orcas Island Health Care District (OIHCD) is hosting a Town Hall meeting to update the community on where OIHCD stands in delivering the desired scope of health care
Letter to Editor | Why Greg Ayers is the best Port candidate
-- from Patrick Shepler -- I am writing today to provide my support to Greg Ayers for Port Commissioner. I have worked with Greg over the past seven years. I’m privileged to know him as a firefighter, fellow healthcare provider, community member, and a friend. Greg is collaborative and an effective communicator. He
Islander finds Model Ts on Flaherty Hill
-- from Mary Poletti -- These gems were spotted on Flaherty’s Hill today at 11:15 am and still again at 1:15 pm. Owners were in search of a Model T timer. Auto Tech graciously referred them to a possible source. They are headed to the ferry with a tow and
Letter to Editor | Thank you, angels of Orcas and San Juan islands
-- from Karen Hiller -- When my husband and I moved to Orcas early in 1998, our dreams and plans, years in the making, were finally realized. We were soon dyed-in-the wool islanders, and have never looked back. Then April 2nd of this year, I received a diagnosis, that every
Education Foundation grant helps with math curriculum
-- from Marny Gaylord and Lorena Stankevich -- For the last school year as well as this upcoming year, Orcas Island School District made the commitment to have the study of mathematics be a district wide focus. To make this happen, the Orcas Island Education Foundation gave the elementary school a
Health District hears UW Neighborhood Clinic Annual Report
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- EDITOR'S NOTE: This post has been updated to reflect the October 1 meeting will be at Orcas Library. Five senior leaders from UW Neighborhood Clinics (UWNC) and the UW Medicine Orcas clinic attended the September 17 meeting of the Orcas Island Health
An Orcas insurrection? Second VR workshop adds data, clarifies options
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter -- On September 25, more than 150 people attended the second workshop on vacation rentals organized by the Orcas Island Vacation Rental Work Group. It was a strong show of continuing interest after July’s initial “conversation” which attracted more than 200. The format
Author Jack Nisbet to visit the Library
Friday October 4, 6 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Mary Pugh for Orcas Island Library -- Author Jack Nisbet will be at the Library with his new book, The Dreamer and the Doctor, chronicling the remarkable adventures of John Leiberg as he performed landmark plant and Forest Reserve surveys across
Letter to Editor | Orcas Center artwork disrupts tranquility of the space
-- from Dick Bronson -- Went to the performing arts center last Sunday for the Willie Thomas memorial. While waiting for the doors to open in the auditorium I walked into the area where various art is displayed. Included among the displays were five pictures that, in my opinion, all were very
Historical Parks announce closure of American Camp visitor center until Spring
-- from San Juan Island Historical Parks -- American Camp Laundress Quarters San Juan Island National Historical Park announces its closure of the American Camp Visitor Center effective, September 23, 2019. The closing of the visitor center is in preparation of the construction of a new, permanent facility on the
Space: Final frontier of aging
-- from Rosie Kuhn -- Space abounds in our lives. How we choose to be with that space is a powerful choice. It doesn’t really matter what you or I choose. Each of us are on our human/spiritual journey and will make of the space of our lives as we
New ferry fares take effect October 1
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Please be advised of fare changes for Washington State Ferries (WSF) beginning October 1, 2019: The last day of the summer peak season surcharge for single vehicle fares is Monday, September 30. On Tuesday, October 1, single vehicle fares will return to their non-peak
In Memoriam | Erin Bea McCarthy
-- from Gretchen Krampf -- Our dear friend, and much-loved island woman, Erin Bea McCarthy, age 62, passed away on September 21 after a brief illness. Erin lived on Orcas since the late 80s and was known to many as the owner of Paradise Upholstery. Numerous island homes are enhanced
