Here’s a thought…
“We all live under the same sky, but we don’t all have the same horizon.”
KONRAD ADENAUER
Burn Risk Level Changed to Moderate
-- from San Juan County Communications -- The recent rains have resulted in San Juan County moving the fire risk level to Moderate. This does not change the status of burning in the county, it is merely a risk level modification that reflects fuel moisture levels rising. Campfires remain allowed
Join Orcas Peace Chorus this Fall
-- from Sharon Abreu -- The new Orcas Peace Chorus will have its first gathering on Monday, Sept. 24 from 7:00-9:00 pm at the Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall, 242 Main Street in Eastsound! Led by Orcas Island residents and musicians Michael Hurwicz and Sharon Abreu, the chorus will sing songs
The President Won’t Be Calling You in September
Thursday, September 20, 2018 -- from Federal Emergency Management Agency -- [Editor's Note:] The FEMA phone test of the emergency alert system will NOT be conducted on September 20 as scheduled. Instead, the test has been rescheduled for October 3, to perhaps a time when there isn't so much going
Port of Orcas Master Plan Ready for Take-off
--by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter -- The monthly meeting of the Port of Orcas took place on Thursday, September 12, and all commissioners were present for the first time in some months. Following perfunctory approval of fund vouchers and a long discussion with representatives of the Orcas Hangar Association
New X-Ray Protocol for UW Medicine Orcas Island Clinic
-- from Anne Presson (OIHCD Superintendent)-- The Orcas Island Health Care District’s (OIHCD) focus is to enable access to affordable, high-quality primary and acute health care. As part of their due diligence, the Board went through a process to assess the status of equipment at both island clinics. During that
Gov. Inslee Announces Support for Debra Lekanoff in 40th Legislative District
-- from Vote Debra Lekanoff -- Debra Lekanoff with Governor Inslee [On Sept. 14, Washington's Governor Jay Inslee endorsed Debra Lekanoff for the Washington House of Representatives 40th Legislative District seat. “Debra and I have worked together for decades, and I know Debra is a remarkable leader who
Ferry Cancellations and Changes
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Sunday, Sept. 16 at 7 a.m. The Anacortes 6:25 a.m. and the Friday Harbor 8:05 a.m. departures are cancelled due to a problem with the vessel drive motor. Vessel maintenance crews are assessing the problem. We apologize for the inconvenience. Updates will occur when
Public Invited to Become a First Detector and Report Invasive Species
-- from Justin Bush of the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office -- Invasive species app The free app enables anyone to report a plant or animal by collecting photographs, geographic coordinates, and sighting information. Users recreating in the backcountry also can collect data offline, when cellular service
State Park Admission Free on Sept. 22
-- from Washington State Parks and Recreation -- Saturday, Sept. 22, marks the 25th anniversary of National Public Lands Day. Washington State Parks invites the public to visit a state park for free on this day. No Discover Pass will be required for day visits. National Public Lands Day (NPLD)
Sheriff’s Report | September 5 – 11, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, September 5, 2018 18-006855 Citizen Assist 09:16:47 09/05/18 A Lopez Island Deputy assisted a motorist who had locked their car and trailer keys in their travel trailer while parked in Lopez Village. 18-006860 Controlled Substance Problem 13:05:25 09/05/18 A Deputy in
Guest Opinion: Help Pass I-1631 for Clean Air, Water and Energy
-- from Sharon Abreu -- 1631 is a vibrant example of unions and environmentalists working together on solutions to one of our most critical and time-sensitive challenges. For a JUST TRANSITION off fossil fuels to clean air, water and renewable energy and energy efficiency that takes everyone's needs into account!
New Open Mic at the Grange
Tuesday, Sept. 18 at 7:30pm at he Grange -- from Mandy Troxel -- Open Mic this Tuesday There's a new open mic in town! The Orcas Island Grange will be hosting a monthly open mic, starting on Tuesday, Sept. 18 at 7:30pm. Hosted by Gordon Koenig and Mandy
The Woman As Visionary and Creator
Opening Sept. 15 in Friday Harbor -- from the San Juan Islands Museum of Art -- The three innovative and insightful artists opening at the San Juan Islands of Art (SJIMA) in Friday Harbor take their own unique view of the world and bring a feminine perspective to their creations.
J50 – Missing Southern Resident Killer Whale is Presumed Dead
-- from the Center for Whale Research -- J50 is missing and now presumed dead. Her last known sighting was Friday, September 7 by our colleagues at NOAA, SeaDoc, and others. The Center for Whale Research has had a vessel on the water looking for J50 for the past three
Free Tooth Extraction Clinic Coming Up
Monday, September 24, Dr. Triplett's Office -- from Terri Triplett -- Dr. Triplett’s dental office at 445 Madrona Street in Eastsound is reserving Monday September 24 for free tooth extractions for our Orcas, Shaw, and Waldron residents in need. Services are limited to both routine and surgical extractions (including wisdom
Health Care Commissioners Do a Lot in a Short Time
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues reporter -- The Orcas Island Health Care District (OIHCD) commissioner meeting on Sept. 11 set a new record for brevity: it ran only 90 minutes. But as usual, it covered many topics. The community survey, called the PHD September Survey, has been emailed to
