Here’s a thought…
“Deep breath. Deep breath. The air is free. You can take as many as you want.”
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Sheriff’s Report | June 20 – 26, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Wednesday, June 20, 2018 18-004158 Animal at Large 20:08:56 06/20/18 A Deputy responded to a loose dog call in Friday Harbor. Information was gathered for a report and the dog owner was issued a dog at large warning letter. Report made. 18-004160
Local Rally Tomorrow Because Families Belong Together
Saturday, June 30, 10 a.m., Village Green -- from Eleanor Hoague -- Gather at the Green tomorrow, Saturday, June 30 at 10 a.m., to rally in support of FAMILIES BELONG TOGETHER gatherings across the country. From the Families Belong Together website: Donald Trump and his administration have cruelly separated thousands of
County Courts Celebrate Family Reunification
-- from Jane Severin, Court Administrator -- San Juan County Superior Court and Juvenile Court Services celebrated family reunification and our Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers. Commemorating parents who have worked hard to successfully reunify their families after significant struggles, the Washington Supreme Court Commission on Children in
WSF Says, “It’s Going to be a Busy Week”
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Plan ahead for big crowds over the July Fourth week, especially on both weekends and the day before and after the holiday. Independence Day week is one of our busiest travel times. Like last year, we expect nearly 1 million people to ride
American Legion Pig Roast
--- from Roland Hachee for the American Legion post 93 -- On Sunday, July 1, the American Legion Post family will prepare a Pig Roast Dinner from 5 to 7 p..m. The event is the Post's third annual roast and fundraiser. This year will feature two pigs roasted on the
Dr. Bailey Leaves Legacy in Departing Orcas
-- from Hilary Canty -- We all strive to leave a place a little better than we found it. As Dr. Steve and Rita Bailey prepare to leave Orcas for the next chapters in their lives, they can rest assured that they accomplished this goal in a big way in
We Support Our Fellow Journalists
-- from Orcas Issues Staff -- Five dead, others 'gravely injured' in shooting at Capital Gazette newspaper in Annapolis We have many words in our journalistic lexicon. None of them fit this instance as five Capital Gazette employees lay dead in their Annapolis, Maryland newspaper office, and an unknown number
It’s ‘Join in July’ Time at Orcas Food Co-op
-- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Food Co-op -- Four years ago, in 2014, the Orcas Food Cooperative opened its doors because the Orcas Island community wanted a co-op. We have become a leader in the sustainability movement in the islands – you can be a part of this movement
Letter to Editor | Thanks for What the Health Success
-- from Lydia Miller -- The Film and Food Event at Seaview on June 21 was a great success! Over 100 attendees watched the inspiring documentary What The Health and were treated to a free tapas reception of plant based foods featuring Beyond Burgers, Miyokos artisan nut cheeses, Field Roast
Island-style Reality Check: New School Teacher Needs a House
-- from Orcas Island School District -- Bill Alsdurf, a new 3/4 multiage teacher at Orcas Island School District, is moving to the island from Bend, Oregon at the end of July and is looking for a long-term rental. His ideal situation would be a two-three bedroom home, quiet and
One Performer, Six Guitars to Hit Center Stage
Friday, June 29, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Laura Kussman for Orcas Center -- One performer, six guitar styles. Six Guitars, a performance by Chase Padgett, comes to the Orcas Center on Center Stage Friday, June 29 at 7:30 p.m. He will perform six different guitar-playing characters, each sharing their
School Board Schedules Regular Meeting
Thursday, June 28, 5 p.m., Orcas School Library -- from Orcas Island School District -- Orcas Island School Board will conduct a regular meeting on Thursday, June 28, 2018 at 5 p.m. in the Orcas School Library. Following is the scheduled agenda: AGENDA 5 p.m. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR
NAS Whidbey SAR Conducts Two Rescues In Two Days
-- from Thomas Mills for NAS Whidbey Island -- Search and Rescue (SAR) teams from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island rescued two people in two days, Monday, June 25, and Tuesday, June 26, 2018. For the first rescue, in the early evening of June 25, the SAR team was
Letter to Editor | Overwhelmed, and Full of Gratitude
-- from Michell Marshall -- On Saturday night, June 23, Woman in the Woods Productions brought “Blackbird, Fly” to the main stage at Orcas Center. Those fortunate enough to have scored tickets (the show sold out almost as quickly as tickets went on sale in April), were treated to a
Steve Brandli Announces Candidacy for SJC District Court Judge
-- from B.J. Brandli -- Steve Brandli is running in the November 6th election for San Juan County’s next District Court judge. Judge Stewart Andrew, the current District Court judge, announced that he will retire at the end of his current term. District Court hears misdemeanors, small claims, protection orders,
Family Medicine Doc Joins PeaceHealth Medical Group
-- from Hilary Andrade for PeaceHealth -- Ruth Fothergill, MD, has joined PeaceHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center. She provides clinical care to patients of all ages, as well as care to patients who are hospitalized. Dr. Fothergill comes to Friday Harbor from Minneapolis, Minnesota, where
