Here’s a thought…
“Never think that war, no matter how necessary, nor how justified, is not a crime. Ask the infantry and ask the dead.”
ERNEST HEMINGWAY
Islanders may need to find a new way to game the WSF reservation system
Are we caught between a dock and a hard spot? -- by Lin McNulty, Orcas Issues Managing Editor -- What if you're not sure when you need that return ferry from the mainland because you don't know how long that doctor appointment might take, especially if they want to do
State AG sues Navy over impact of expanded Growler operations
Navy’s decision to expand its operations on Whidbey Island failed to adequately analyze human health, environmental and historic impacts -- from Attorney General Ferguson's office -- Attorney General Bob Ferguson [July 9 2019] filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Navy over the Navy’s expansion of its Growler airfield operations on
Alert | Ferries are running on time
-- from Washington State Ferries -- "All vessels on the Anacortes/San Juan Island/Sidney route are back on schedule." That's an alert we don't get to see very often.
Letter to Editor | Library has no role in advertised meeting
-- from Phil Heikkinen, Library Director -- Some of you may have received a post card within the past few days about two upcoming presentations about “MASA Medical Transport Solutions.” I believe this mailing was intended for people who are retired/60+/Medicare-eligible, though am not sure. These presentations were shown as
Orcas Fire & Rescue welcomes eight new firefighters after 16-week academy training
-- from Kim Kimple for Orcas Fire & Rescue -- Pictured (from left to right) are new Orcas Island Firefighters: Micki Nichols, Locket Goodrich, Brittney Maruska, La Ren Rossie, Will Marlow, and Kimberley Kimple. Not pictured are Alison Dantzler, Kasey Jo Weigley, and Betsy Wilson (EMT). Orcas Island Fire and
Olga Daze again offers up a full day of quirky activities, including parade with no spectators
Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m., Olga -- from Lorna Rhodes -- Don’t miss Olga Daze! Festivities in Olga begin in front of the Community Center at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 20. The day will be better than ever this year, with something for everyone. Come for breakfast at the
Music on the Green? It’s JP and the OK Rhythm Boys
Sunday, July 21, 5 - 7 p.m., Village Green -- from Anita Orne for JP and the OK Rhythm Boys -- Pack up your picnic dinner, put on your toe-tappingest boots, bring your family, friends, neighbors, or grab a stranger and come join JP and the OK Rhythm Boys for
Next week’s Brown Bag concert series will feature classical guitarist
Wednesday, July 24, Noon, Emmanuel Episcopal Church -- from Jeffry Steele -- Jeffry Steele took up classical guitar as a teen, studying with Jack Pitt, Phillip de Fremery, and David Starobin. In his first career as teacher and performer on guitar in the Boston area, he was reviewed as “a
Letter to Editor | My choices for Orcas Port
-- from Myrna Fant -- As a long-time resident and pilot on Orcas Island, please join me in voting for: Clyde A Duke, Poke Haffner, Bea vonTobel, and Mia Kartiganer. Let's keep the Port of Orcas a civil and professional group of concerned citizens safeguarding our Airport.
Nearing the end, final chip seal work to begin this week on Orcas Road construction
-- from Shannon Wilbur for San Juan County Public Works -- The Contractor has spent the week grading the road and adding the final lift of gravel. That work is anticipated to be complete by the middle of next week and then the County can chip seal the road. Chip
Fire Commissioners set to meet on Monday
Monday, July 15, 5:30 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Kimberly Kimple for Orcas Fire and Rescue -- San Juan County Fire Protection District #2 Commissioners will gather for a regularly-scheduled meeting on Monday, July 15 at 5:30 p.m. Commissioners: Tim Fuller (Chair), Jim Helminski, Wesley Heinmiller, Commissioner Christmas. Chief
This just in: Dance tonight at Odd Fellows
-- from Bill Gincig -- There is a dance tonight, July 13, at the Odd Fellows Hall. It will be Latin Night featuring, Cumbia, Merengue, Salsa, Bachata and more. The dance will start at 8:30 with a Salsa lesson from 8:00 to 8:30. Admission is by donation. Put on your dancing
State Boating Program’s annual campaign focuses on safety for paddlers
Paddle Safe Week is July 21 to 27 -- from Washington State Parks -- During Paddle Safe Week, July 21 to 27, the Washington State Parks Boating Program will lead a statewide effort to increase safety awareness among those who kayak, canoe and stand up paddleboard. Paddlesports continue to grow in
Orcas history? Where do you find that?
-- Orcasional Musings by Steve Henigson -- A loyal reader has asked me where I get the information that I've been putting into my (so far) weekly column. Well, my sources are easy to name, but the information I want isn't always easy to find or extract. First, I search
Sheriff’s Report | July 3 – 10, 2019
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, July 3, 201919-005116 Property Damage, Non Vandalism 08:40:18 07/03/19 A Deputy was dispatched to a report of Property Damage in Friday Harbor. A report was taken and completed with no suspects at this time. 19-005136 Theft 16:33:22 07/03/19 A Deputy responded
Funhouse annual 5K race was an event for all ages
-- from Emilie Gincig for Funhouse Commons -- Funhouse Commons 4th of July 5K event was a tremendous success! Generations of participants ended the event that raised funds for youth programming at the Funhouse. This was the eighth year of the Funhouse 4th of July 5K. The event is a blend of
