Here’s a thought…
“The true civilization is where every man gives to every other every right that he claims for himself.”
ROBERT GREEN INGERSOLL
Local OPALCO crew rebuilds line on San Juan Island
-- from Suzanne Olson for OPALCO -- Our local line crew is working on a large project to rebuild and strengthen the electric distribution line that connects Roche Harbor and Friday Harbor substations. The project included installation of 29 new 45-foot poles and 1.56 miles of new 3-phase distribution wire
Final decisions on this fall’s ferry fare changes will be made at August 6 hearing in Seattle
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Ferry customers and other interested persons have an additional opportunity to comment on a ferry fare proposal next week. The Washington State Transportation Commission will hold a hearing in Seattle where commission members will take public comment and then vote on proposed changes. The
Sweet syncopation to flow at upcoming Martin Lund Jazz Festival
Friday, August 30 - Sunday, September 1, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Kristen Wilson for Orcas Island Jazz Festival -- Martin Lund’s 5th annual Orcas Island Jazz Festival will light up Orcas Center over Labor Day weekend. Tickets are on sale now at www.OrcasCenter.org for three dazzling nights of great jazz,
New pumpout facility serves recreational boaters in the San Juan Islands
Facility funded by State Parks' Clean Vessel Act program -- from Washington State Parks -- A new sewage pumpout for recreational boaters is now open at the Shaw Island General Store in the San Juan Islands. The facility is expected to serve hundreds of boaters this summer. The idea to install a
SJC Fair, ACE Hardware announce new Kitchen Ace Awards
-- from Adrienne Bourne for San Juan County Fair -- It’s almost time for the Fair, which means it’s almost time for you to finish up your Food Preservation entries. Check out the new Kitchen Ace Awards, sponsored by Ace Hardware. Will you be the new Food Preservation Ace for
Letter to Editor | Lovelett has what it takes for State Senate
-- from Boyd and Lovel Pratt -- We support Elizabeth (Liz) Lovelett for State Senate. We are impressed with Sen. Lovelett’s accomplishments in her first legislative session. We especially appreciate the bills she sponsored that improve services across state agencies for children, youth, and families; and improved boater education requirements
Experience Doe Bay Fest
-- from Jami Mitchell -- Doe Bay Fest 2019 IS ALMOST HERE! Click here to check out this gorgeous video featuring scenes from last year. It is year 12 for Doe Bay Fest, to be held August 8-11, 2019, at Doe Bay Resort & Retreat. Special discounted tickets are held aside for Local
Driver on San Juan arrested for Vehicular Assault following accident
-- from Sheriff Ron Krebs -- On Sunday, July 29 at approximately 8:05 a.m., a Volkswagen Jetta was traveling at a high rate of speed, southbound on Cattle Point Rd. when it struck the backend of a van travelling in the same direction. The passenger in the Jetta was trapped
Letter to Editor | Clarification about Port Commissioner ballot
-- from Mia Kartiganer -- A lot of people have been asking me why all of the Port Commissioner candidates are not on the ballot. A primary ballot is required any time there are more than two candidates for a given position. On the current ballot you will see three
Eastsound Water, EDC offering training course for water system operators
-- from Paul Kamin for Eastsound Water -- Eastsound Water and the San Juan Economic Development Council are offering an introductory course for persons interested in learning about a career as a Certified Water System Operator. The course will be taught by Eastsound Water on Orcas Island. Items to be
Library Fair upcoming; Who wouldn’t want a deal on a good book?
Saturday, August 10, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Dave Kosiur for Orcas Island Library -- Be a part of a great summer event and check out the Orcas Library’s Library Fair on Saturday, August 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A big part of the
August Port meeting rescheduled
-- from Dwight Guss for Port of Orcas -- The Regular scheduled Port of Orcas meeting for Thursday August 8 has been rescheduled for Thursday August 15.
Orcas Road construction done for now
Speed limit will return to 35 mph, but wait until signs are posted before you go speeding off -- from Shannon Wilbur for San Juan County Public Works -- This week, topsoil was placed along the roadway and guardrails were installed along the Swan Road detention ponds and the curve
Indian raiders? Where?
-- Orcasional Musings by Steve Henigson -- Note that I'll be using the Politically Incorrect word, "Indian." It's the word that was in common usage when the events in this story took place, and, anyway, we don't know which tribe was involved, so you're going to have to bear with
Experts on immigration and refugee policy to speak
Tuesday, July 30, 5 - 7 p.m., Orcas Grange -- from David Turnoy for San Juan County Democrats -- The San Juan County Democrats will be hosting a presentation by two experts on immigration, refugee policy, US foreign policy leadership, and international cooperation. This event will take place at the
Health district to hire consultant to advise on lowering overall medical care costs
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- At their regular meeting on July 16, the commissioners of the Orcas Island Health Care District considered a number of topics of interest to the public. Consultant. The commissioners have been exploring different clinic structures that could maximize reimbursement from payors such
