Here’s a thought…
“If they can get you asking the wrong questions, they don’t have to worry about the answers.”
THOMAS PYNCHON
Paddleboarder to Preview Solo NW Passage Journey
Monday March 11, 6 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Mary Pugh for Orcas Island Library -- Karl Kruger near Salt Spring Island on the Race to Alaska Monday March 11 at 6 p.m. local stand up paddleboard enthusiast Karl Kruger will highlight his upcoming trip through the Northwest Passage. He
Be Ready Orcas – Disaster Preparedness Community Meeting
Topic for this Meeting : Your Emergency Food Supply Wednesday, March 13, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Eastsound Fire Station -- from Natalie Menacho -- Nothing gets our tummies rumbling more than the thought of a food shortage. We'll be hearing from our island's main grocery stores on what to expect in the
Free Movie Screening Highlights Removal of Elwha Dam
"Hell-raising documentary film-making at its best." -Sound on Sight Wednesday, March 13, 7 - 8 p.m., Sea View Theatre -- from Justin Cox for SeaDoc Society -- Return of the River, official trailer www.elwhafilm.com from Jessica Plumb on Vimeo. On Wednesday, March 13, head out to the Sea View Theatre
Deer Harbor Plan Review Meeting Next Week
Wednesday, March 13, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Deer Harbor Fire Station -- from Sheila Gaquin for DHPRC -- Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee (DHPRC) is scheduled to meet in a regularly scheduled session on March 13 with the following agenda on the docket. AGENDA Chair: Call to Order, establish a
Community Development Releases FAQ About New Shoreline Policy
-- from San Juan County Communications -- The Department of Community Development (DCD) has issued a new policy about the development of residential appurtenances in the shoreline jurisdiction and has addressed Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about shoreline development in a new bulletin. DCD developed these documents to help the public
Only Two-thirds of Ferry Fleet is in Service Statewide
-- from KOMO News -- Nearly one-third of the state ferry fleet is currently out of service, forcing cutbacks and changes to some routes as officials scramble to cover all the bases. Washington State Ferries spokesman Ian Sterling said seven of the fleet's 23 vessels have been pulled from service.
Results of County Accessory Dwelling Lottery Released
-- from San Juan County Communications -- San Juan County Department of Community Development (DCD) held a lottery for Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) permits on March 5, 2019. The results of the lottery are available on the SJC Website and below: 1st: PLNOTC-19-0005 - Smith-Zaninovich 2nd: PLNOTC-19-0011 - Marok 3rd:
2015 Orcas Grad Graduates to Grad School
-- from Lorena Stankevich -- Daria Stankevich, 2015 Orcas High School graduate, has just been accepted into graduate school at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College of Education, in Nashville, TN. She will be pursuing a master's degree in Learning and Design. Daria anticipates graduating in June 2019 from Central Washington University
Salish Sea Bill of Rights Edges Closer to Reality
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter -- The campaign to put a measure on the 2020 county ballot giving “rights” to the Salish Sea, first reported here, continues to evolve and move forward as Lopez-based Community Rights San Juan Islands (CRSJI) engages stakeholders and does its homework. Their determination
Elderly Trump Critics Await Mueller’s Report — Sometimes Until Their Last Breath
-- from National Public Radio -- Expectations among Democrats are sky-high as reports have emerged about special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation coming to an end. In fact, expectations are so intense among some elderly, ill critics of the president that they say they want to try to hang on to see
School Board Will Convene Special Meeting Wednesday
Wednesday, March 6, 11 a.m., Orcas School Library -- from Orcas Island School District -- The Orcas Island School District will convene tomorrow in a special meeting to address the following agenda items: AGENDA 11:00 am CALL TO ORDER - Special Meeting - School Library OASIS Presentation and Q &
Grange Readies for Miller and Reischman Performance
Friday, March 8, 7 p.m., Orcas Grange -- from Dave Zoeller -- John Miller and John Reischman are two well-known names in the acuoustic music world. Reischman is currently working with the Vancouver, BC based band ‘The Jaybirds’ and has been described as one of the premier mandolinists of his
Larsen Announces 2019 Congressional Art Competition
-- from Rep. Rick Larsen's Office -- Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) is inviting high school-aged students who live in or attend school in the Second Congressional District to showcase their artistic talents in the 2019 Congressional Art Competition. The U.S. House of Representatives holds the nationwide high school visual art
Olga Looks Forward to Spring Season at Potluck
Saturday, March 9, 5:30 p.m., Olga Community Club -- from Lorna Rhodes -- Come to the Olga Potluck on Saturday March 9 and enjoy an opportunity to connect with your neighbors and make new friends. All are welcome as we look forward to spring. Social hour begins at 5:30 and
Guest Opinion | Canadian Energy Board’s Flawed Decision
-- from Janet Alderton and Michael Riordan -- Photo by John Durban/NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center Despite overwhelming opposition from British Columbia, Washington state, and tribes, cities and counties on both sides of the border, plus strong evidence that the Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion Project will inevitably harm the endangered
County Board and Advisory Committee Vacancies
-- from San Juan County Communications -- The County Council is searching for San Juan County citizens to fill current and upcoming vacancies on various boards and commissions. Additional information about each committee is available on the County's website. Persons interested in serving on a board or advisory committee should
