Here’s a thought…
“Deep breath. Deep breath. The air is free. You can take as many as you want.”
BUDDHIST MONK
Letter to Editor | Wholehearted Support of Nick Power
-- from Dean I. Tharp, Bellingham -- I am writing in wholehearted support of Nick Power’s candidacy for Prosecuting Attorney. As a former union representative and advocate for San Juan Island County employees I have been in a unique position to observe the complicated workings of county employee relations and
New Ferry Suquamish Joins State Fleet
-- from Washington State Ferries -- A new vessel has joined the state ferry fleet. On Thursday, July 26, Washington State Ferries officially accepted the Suquamish from ship builder Vigor. The Suquamish is scheduled to begin to carry passengers this fall after crews complete outfitting and training on the new
Learn About San Juan County Orca Recovery Efforts
Thursday, August 2, 7 p.m., The Whale Museum -- from Jenny L. Atkinson for The Whale Museum -- On August 2, Frances Robertson, the Marine Program Coordinator for San Juan County, will present “San Juan County Orca Recovery Efforts.” This lecture will be held at The Whale Museum at 7 p.m., Thursday,
Orkila Offers Another Community Zip Day (Updated)
Saturday, July 28, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Camp Orkila -- from Alli Cobb for Camp Orkila -- YMCA Camp Orkila would like to invite you to come out and take a ride on our 1000-ft Zip Line. We will be holding Community Zip Day on Saturday, July 28, from 9
Con’s Pit Stop is Back!
-- by Margie Doyle-- Village Stop, soon to be called Con's Pit Stop again Marlace and Rick Hughes, operators of Ray's Pharmacy and Templin Square, have assumed operations of Eastsound village's convenience store, the Village Stop Originally operated as Con's Pit Stop by Con and Corinne Davis, the
Reflections on Mentoring
-- from Trillium Swanson, Funhouse Commons Mentor Program -- Mentoring changes the lives of both mentor and mentee. After more than ten years of mentoring on Orcas Island, Suzanne Olson reflects upon the impact that holding this role has had on her, and the power of mentoring for young people.
Another Orca Perishes, This Time a Newborn
-- from Center for Whale Research -- [metaslider id="61474"] We are saddened to report that a baby Southern Resident killer whale (SRKW) died a short time after it was born near Victoria, British Columbia on July 24, 2018. The newborn whale was reported alive and swimming with its mother, J35,
Friends of San Juans Welcomes Michel Vekved
-- from Katie Fleming for Friends -- Friends of the San Juans (Friends) announces the addition of Michel Vekved as Director of Philanthropy. Michel will be responsible for increasing the frequency and reach to our community, cultivating and strengthening long term relationships, strategic planning for legacy, and developing major gifts. “I
Guest Editorial: Critical Questions about the Port Master Plan
-- by Susan Malins -- Dear Neighbors; Many of us feel especially protective these days of Orcas Island’s nature and culture, as we should. Critical Areas Best Management Practices state that protection is foremost; second is restoration. "Mitigation" is suggested as a last resort. We are now dealing with rapid
County Fair Works Toward Sustainable, Recyclable, Compostable Fair
-- from Brad Fincher for San Juan County Parks & Fair -- The San Juan County Fair is the largest community event of the year. Always in the third week of August, we consistently have over 20,000 visitors/locals/volunteers come to the fairgrounds over a four day period. With this many people,
Join The Cultural Arts Community Conversation On Orcas Island
-- from Orcas Arts Vision Committee -- Over the past 20 years, our beautiful island community has seen a flourish of cultural arts and creativity. The Chamber Music Festival has set the standard of ‘quality and excellence’ – and it is precisely this focus of purpose that ensures the Chamber
Coffelt Farm Stewards Hires a New Executive Director
-- from Kate Mikulak for Coffelt Farm Stewards -- Kate Mikulak joined the Coffelt Farm Stewards as Executive Director in July. Kate has been passionately working with locally produced food on Orcas Island for the last 6 years. She is excited to bring her love of livestock and vision for
Community Church Celebrates 50 Years at Jubilee Weekend
-- from Meredith Griffith for Orcas Community Church -- You’re invited to come celebrate a Jubilee weekend with us at Orcas Island Community Church this July. All members, attenders and friends, both past and present, are invited to join us as we celebrate God’s goodness to our community over the past
NAS Whidbey SAR Rescues Hiker In Cascade Mountains
-- from Whidbey Naval Air Station -- A Search and Rescue (SAR) team from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island rescued an injured hiker near Slate Peak, east of Ross Lake, Tuesday, July 24, 2018. The SAR crew was called in to find the female hiker who had suffered an
Next Airport Master Plan Meeting Scheduled
Thursday, July 26, 3:30 p.m., Orcas Island Fire & Rescue -- from DOWL for Port of Orcas -- The Port of Orcas will hold a special Airport Master Plan meeting on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at 3:30 pm at the Orcas Island Fire & Rescue Station. Interested parties can attend
Letter to Editor | We Need a Champion Like Alex Ramel
-- from Nancy DeVaux -- When I learned that Alex Ramel’s background includes experience with creating permanently affordable housing, my ears perked up. Then I attended one of his events and had the chance to talk with him. I was very impressed with his thoughtfulness, intelligence, understanding of the issues
