Here’s a thought…
“Patriotism is supporting your country all the time and the government when it deserves it.”
MARK TWAIN
Letter to Editor | Gaylord Consistently Delivers
-- from Nate Rogers -- Here’s what I’ve observed in the race for County Prosecutor: Experience: an oft-touted word by politicians - and for good reasons really. In Randy Gaylord we have an elected prosecutor with 30+ years of distinguished experience as a WA attorney, 24 as prosecutor. His many
Sheriff’s Report | October 17 – 23, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, October 17, 2018 18-008024 Agency Assistance 12:02:45 10/17/18 A Deputy was dispatched to an Agency Assist in Friday Harbor. 18-008026 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 12:31:59 10/17/18 I was on duty, in full uniform, and operating a marked patrol car, when I responded to
Letter to Editor | Jewett Has Experience and Dedication Required
-- from Nancy Vejvoda -- I am writing in support of Carolyn Jewett for District Court Judge. As a District Court Clerk and now as a Victim Advocate I have seen Carolyn in the courtroom. She is always prepared and knows the law. She is willing to work with the
Letter to Editor | SJC Bar Association Poll Not Reliable
-- from Lawrence Delay, Mark Kaiman, Colleen Kenimond, Jeffrey A. Lustick, and Jonathan Rand -- In response to the recent letter regarding the results of a poll conducted by the San Juan County Bar Association: The bar poll results for the San Juan County Bar Association are not reliable indicators
Emmanuel Parish Great Pumpkin Labyrinth Walk
Wednesday, October 31, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church -- from Lisa Heisinger for Emmanuel Parish -- Emmanuel Parish's Annual Great Pumpkin Labyrinth Walk will take place from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 31, Halloween day, at Emmanuel Episcopal Church's community labyrinth. All children, from 1 to
Health District Finalizes Draft Budget for Nov. 6 Public Hearing
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues Reporter -- The final draft budget to be considered at the Nov. 6 public hearing of the Orcas Island Health Care District (OIHCD) is now available on the OIHCD website. The commissioners expect to approve this budget when the hearing is complete. No substantive
Salish Sea New Music in Upcoming Concert
Saturday, November 3, 7 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Jeffrey Cohen for Salish Sea New Music -- The groundbreaking jazz clarinetist and composer William O. “Bill” Smith, who has written new works which will be premiered by the composer along with flutist Jeffrey Cohan and violinist Sharyn Peterson, alongside
The Man Who Walked Backward
Friday, October 26, 6:00 pm at the Orcas Library Like most Americans at the time, Plennie Wingo was hit hard by the effects of the Great Depression. When the bank foreclosed on his small restaurant in Abilene, Texas, he found himself suddenly penniless with nowhere left to turn. After months
Letter to Editor | We, All of Us, Strongly Endorse Prop. 1
-- from ...see below... -- As businesses/organizations, it is not often we take a stance endorsing a political measure. However, the critical state of housing in our county has persuaded us to publicly endorse Prop. 1 – the measure to create a Home Fund. We cannot do our work without
Letter to Editor | It’s Simple Why I Support Randy Gaylord
-- from Howard Howie Rosenfeld -- Randy Gaylord is a good prosecuting attorney and I trust him to protect our islands' environment.
Letter to Editor | Vote for Gaylord’s Character, Experience
-- from Lance Evans and Janet Brownell -- We have known Randy Gaylord for over 20 years. We have known his family for those decades. When we think of Randy, we do not think of him as the county prosecutor, we think of him as one of the most honorable,
Letter to Editor | Why I Support Randy Gaylord
-- from Joe Gaydos -- I am voting to re-elect Randy Gaylord as Prosecuting Attorney for San Juan County. Randy is smart, honest, and committed to protecting the people of San Juan County. As a friend, I've spent many hours with Randy running trails all over San Juan County and
Letter to Editor | Join Me in Voting for Steve Brandli
-- from Mary E. Mager -- As women, it is important to exercise our right to vote. This is not the time to be an armchair activist. It is a time to use your vote wisely. Research and listen to each candidate before you complete your ballot. Steve Brandli is
Letter to Editor | Gaylord By Far the Best Choice
-- from Dan Christopherson -- For County Prosecutor, by far the best choice is Randy Gaylord. He has been one of the best elected officials this county has had. He is a knowledgeable, competent, compassionate and highly ethical prosecutor who knows and is in touch with the community he serves.
Letter to Editor | Time is Running Out for SRKW Recovery
-- from Deborah Giles and Lovel Pratt -- The clock is running out for Southern Resident Killer Whale (SRKW) recovery. But the question is not, ‘How much time do we have?’ rather, ‘What can we do that will reverse the current extinction trend and how quickly can protection and recovery
Letter to Editor | Let’s Get Real; We Need Affordable Homes
-- from Norm Zimlich -- Orcas multiple listings today show four homes under $300,000: two Eastsound condos and two livable houses. Could a salaried worker on Orcas buy one of these? Let’s work the numbers. First huge hurdle: banks require a down payment of at least 20% – e.g., $60,000.
