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“Volunteering is at the very core of being a human. No one has made it through life without someone else’s help.”
HEATHER FRENCH HENRY
Port prepares to vote on final chapter of airport master plan May 9
Next meeting: Thursday, May 9, 4:30 p.m., Airport Conference Room -- by Katie Wilkins, Orcas Issues reporter -- The Port of Orcas held a special meeting last Thursday, May 2 in the airport conference room. The two items listed on the agenda were discussion of airport staffing structure and discussion
EPRC takes on vacation rentals — passes resolution for moratorium
-- from Paul Kamin for Eastsound Planning and Review Committee -- VACATION RENTAL ACTION Over 35 people participated in the May 2 Eastsound Planning and Review Committee (EPRC) meeting. Most were in attendance to participate in the discussion of a resolution asking the County Council to place a 12-month moratorium
‘See the World’ is theme of Orcas Center 2019 fundraising gala
Saturday, May 18, 5 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Laura Kussman for Orcas Center -- Take flight and explore cultural treasures of the world through taste, touch, and sound at Orcas Center’s 2019 “See The World” Gala and auction, where you will have the opportunity to support the work of
You may want to join new Brené Brown book group
Tuesdays, May 21 through July 2, 1 - 3 p.m., Episcopal Parish Hall -- from Alexandra Gayek -- Brené Brown, famous for her popular TED talk: The Power of Vulnerability, is a research professor studying courage, vulnerability, trust, shame, and empathy. These keys to happiness, resilience, and healthy relationships are
Something new this week in Superintendent Webb update
-- from Orcas Island School District -- We are mixing things up a bit with this week’s update and highlighting one of OISD’s many wonderful and impactful programs, SAFE (Student and Family Empowerment).
Orcas Road construction site tackles dust control, traffic safety issues
-- from Shannon Wilbur for San Juan County Public Works -- Since there is no rain in the forecast, the water truck has been mobilized to keep the roads damp and control the dust. We will chip seal the gravel road segments next month. We have had some near misses
Statewide drill tests ability to receive and deliver emergency medicine and supplies
All counties in state to practice in multi-day emergency drill May 6-10 -- from Tom Eversole -- Next week, state, tribal, and local public health agencies will take part in a full-scale exercise testing their ability to receive and distribute over a million doses of simulated emergency medication and supplies
Weekly review of legislative bills: All done but the signing
-- from Governor Inslee's office -- Photo: The governor signs the prepaid postage ballot bill with Secretary of State Kim Wyman, left, and primary sponsor Sen. Joe Nyugen on the right. Gov. Jay Inslee signed dozens of bills this week after a successful legislative session wrapped up just in time
School Board calls special meeting to discuss budget, traffic patterns
Tuesday, May 7, 5 p.m., Orcas School Library -- from Orcas Island School District -- The agenda for the school board meeting has been amended. A workshop on the new school district budget, plus discussion of temporary traffic revision fills the School Board agenda in their upcoming Tuesday meeting. Discussion
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee will meet
Wednesday, May 8, 4 - 5:30 pm, Deer Harbor Fire Station -- from Sheila Gaquin for Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee -- The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee will meet on Wednesday in discussion of ongoing projects. Old Business/Committee Updates Update, if any, on the Wyndham Pier Wes, update on
Not baaad! Senior Center preps for Lopez lamb, wool, goat trip
Saturday, May 11, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. -- from Lena Kassa for Orcas Senior Center -- This celebration is all about local agriculture including gazing at the cute lambs and kids. Watch sheep shearing and purchase crafts, food, and farm products from local vendors. A Mediterranean Lamb Extravaganza Plate
Sheriff’s Report | April 24 – 30, 2019
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, April 24, 201919-002881 Agency Assistance 09:31:31 04/24/19 Lopez Deputies were notified of a possible incident of child abuse. Child Protective Services conducted an investigation. 19-002886 Agency Assistance 13:26:18 04/24/19 A Deputy responded to an agency assist at the hospital. The person
Permits for commercial, residential burning season close in May
-- from San Juan County Communications -- It's that time of year again. Burning Season is coming to a close in San Juan County. All Commercial Permits will be closing on May 15th at sundown. Residential permits will close on May 31st at midnight. Recreational fires remain open for the
Canadian roots balladeer Scott Cook to strum his way to Orcas Grange
Sunday, May 26, 7 p.m., Orcas Grange -- from Mandy Troxel -- Beloved Canadian roots balladeer Scott Cook is coming to the San Juan islands for Memorial Weekend. He'll be bringing his guitar, banjo, and keenly observant verse to the Orcas Island Grange on Sunday, May 26. Islander Mandy Troxel
Salish Sea Early Music Festival goes for Baroque in upcoming concert
Saturday, May 11, 7 p.m., Orcas Adventist Fellowship Church -- from Jeffrey Cohan -- 1979 Seattle Baroque Trio Darmstadt World-renowned early music specialists viola da gambist Susie Napper from Montreal and harpsichordist Elisabeth Wright from Bloomington, Indiana will join baroque flutist Jeffrey Cohan in Baroque Trio JEST, presented by the
The importance of foot care for seniors to be discussed at Orcas Senior Center
Wednesday, May 8, 1 - 3 p.m., Orcas Senior Center -- from Lena Kassa for Orcas Senior Center -- Many elders suffer foot disorders that lead to pain and reduce mobility, independence, and quality of life. They often require professional foot care services to manage foot problems. Sally Coffin, RN
