Here’s a thought…
“If they can get you asking the wrong questions, they don’t have to worry about the answers.”
THOMAS PYNCHON
Inslee Statement on President Trump’s Emergency Declaration
-- from Governor Inslee -- “The president’s declaration is an alarming and legally dubious attempt to sidestep the constitutional authority granted to Congress, the co-equal branch of government where debates over immigration reform and border security can be held openly in the light of day. There was a time when
Guest Opinion | State Ferry System and Economy Need New Ferries
-- from Rick Hughes -- Washington State Ferries’ new Long Range Plan, released in January, was the result of nearly two years of input, experience and expertise of a wide range of stakeholders who know what it takes to ensure the viability of the largest ferry system in the United
Triple Americana Concert Cancelled Due to Snow
-- from Tom Rawson -- Due to winter weather and icy roads, Orcas Center has cancelled their events for this week. So no concert with Carolyn Cruso, Ellen van der Hoeven, and Tom Rawson this Friday. However, we will be rescheduling the event soon, and we'll let you know the
Island Women Conquer the Elements
-- by Lin McNulty -- The recent snow and ice influx did not dissuade a couple of local Orcas women from doing their jobs, as they were captured on "film" by Cathy Ellis. Local show gal (right) says: “the show must go on!” Local farm girl (above) shows the safe
San Juan County Superior Court Implements Pilot Drug Court
-- from Jane Severin for San Juan County Superior Court -- In response to interest from the legal community, in the winter of 2018, San Juan County Superior Court Judge Kathryn Loring convened a working group to investigate a Therapeutic/Drug Court for San Juan County. After working together for many months, and
Research the Branches of Your Family Tree
Tuesday, Feb. 19, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Kathy Ciskowski -- Interested in researching your family tree? Come branch out with us! The Orcas Island Genealogy Club is free and open to anyone who is interested in exploring family genealogy--whether you have years of experience or
Musical Chairs at the Port of Orcas
-- by Katie Wilkins for Orcas Issues -- The Port of Orcas held a special meeting on Thursday, February 7 to address several major recent changes in personnel. These changes may result in significant impacts to the Airport Master Plan, which is due for completion in March 2019. More on
Food Bank Volunteers Braved the Storm(s) to Distribute Food
-- from Susan McBain for Orcas Food Bank -- The Orcas Food Bank board thanks its heroic manager, Jeannie Doty, and friends for opening the Food Bank during regular hours on Tuesday, Feb. 12. Jeannie called up the nearest volunteers and even got the parking lot plowed, so that those
Kiwanis Will Welcome Hospital District Speaker
Wednesday, February 20, 12:30 p.m., Community Church Annex -- from Velma Doty for Kiwanis -- You are invited to have a bowl of soup with the Kiwanians at their meeting and hear their speaker on an update from a Hospital District Representative on Whats What to date. Please join us
No School Again for Wednesday
-- from Eric Webb, Orcas Schools Superintendent -- Due to inclement weather and unsafe road conditions, all OISD schools locate on Orcas Island will be closed Wednesday, February 13 and all school events are cancelled. Crews have been working nonstop to clear the roads, and their efforts are greatly appreciated.
Port Sets Agenda for Upcoming Meeting
February 14, 4:30 p.m., Airport Meeting Room -- from Tony Simpson for Orcas Port Commission -- Orcas Port Commission will hold a meeting on Thursday, February 14 at 4:30 p.m. Among items on the agenda is swearing in a new Port Commissioner. APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 7, 2019 APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS NEW BUSINESS 1. Swear-In new commissioner2. TBD UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. TBD NEXT
Cancellation: Community Dinner
-- from Thomas Roosma -- Because of the snowy weather and roads, the February 12, Community Dinner at Orcas Christian School has been cancelled. We hope to see all of you for our March Community Dinner on March 12, from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. It will be a Mexican meal.
Postponed: Cupid’s Closet Food & Flea Market
Saturday, February 23, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., West Sound Community Club -- from Margot Shaw -- Come to West Sound, Saturday, Feb. 23 (re-scheduled date) for a warm comfort food Lunch and yummy Baked Goods. Browse the Vendor tables laden with flea market bargains, plants, handy household gadgets, jewelry, carefully crafted creations. and find that perfect item that even you
Cancellation: Open Mic at the Grange
-- from Mandy Troxel -- Open Mic at the Grange Cancelled: Due to the winter weather, the Orcas Grange Open Mic has been cancelled for February. Stay cozy, learn some new songs (or dance or poetry), and bring them to the next Open Mic on March 19.
Letter to Editor | Immigration Nabs Local Resident
-- from Eleanor Hoague -- On January 29, a well-known member of our Orcas and Lopez communities was detained by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) following a routine marine safety stop. Jesus Coro (or “Chucho”, as he is known) was on his way to work on Trump Island (yes, there
Food Bank Open Tuesday Despite Weather
--from Madie Murray -- The Food Bank is open today 12:30 to 2 p.m., today fully stocked and ready to happily serve its clients as usual. We think many clients may think it isn't because of the inclement weather.
