Here’s a thought…
“I am so convinced of the advantages of looking at mankind instead of reading about them, and of the bitter effects of staying at home with all the narrow prejudices of an islander, that I think there should be a law amongst us to set our young men abroad for a term among the few allies our wars have left us.”
LORD BYRON
Annual Pet Parade Just Around the Corner
Saturday, May 26, 11 a.m. - Eastsound -- from Vala Ross for Kaleidoscope -- In tradition of Memorial Day celebrations on Orcas Island, Kaleidoscope Preschool and Child Care Center would like to join us for our 28th Annual Pet Parade! Locals and visitors are sure to have a fun time
Sheriff’s Report | Thursday, May 9 – 15, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Thursday, May 9, 2018 18-002969 Found Property 05:59:24 05/09/18 Complainant brought a sleeping bag to the Sheriff's Office, stating he had found it along the construction area on Tucker Avenue. The bag appears to be in good condition, and will be turned
Island Co. Judge Reverses Seaview Propane Tank Denial
-- by LIn McNulty, Managing Editor -- Inter-Island Propane 30,000-gallon fuel storage tank in Friday Harbor Ruling that the "Conclusions Based on Findings" by San Juan County Hearings Examiner Sharon A. Rice are defective both procedurally and substantively, Island County Superior Court Judge Alan R. Hancock issued a ruling
Orcas Island Park and Recreation District Welcomes Terri Rodgers As Director
-- from Kim Kimple for Orcas Island Park and Recreation -- After months of interviewing and vetting candidates, Orcas Island Park and Recreation District is pleased to announce the selection of Terri Rodgers for the position of director. Rodgers, a native Texan, moved to Orcas Island from Austin with her family
Join Orcas Food Co-op’s Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
Sunday, May 20, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Orcas Food Co-op -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Food Co-op -- Join renowned instructor Ryan Drum for an informative plant walk beginning at the Co-op. You will sample native and introduced wild plants, discussing their individual nutritional and healing benefits in
PeaceHealth Webinar: Five Surprising Lessons From Stroke Survivors
Tuesday, May 22, 1 p.m., Online -- from Hilary Andrade for PeaceHealth -- This year alone, according to the American Stroke Association, nearly 800,000 people in the United States will experience a stroke. Knowing how to recognize the symptoms can make all the difference. To promote awareness during National Stroke
Letter to Editor | Why I Support Debra Lekanoff for 40th District
-- from Cindy Wolf -- Debra Lekanoff is an experienced, progressive public servant. Decisive and forward-thinking, she recognizes every decision today impacts future generations. Community is her strength, and she is committed to finding real solutions for the long term good of the 40th. She believes people have the right
Island Sinfonia Live at Orcas Center
-- from Karen Blinn -- Jim Shaeffer-Bauck conducts Island Sinfonia at Orcas Center on May 20 Island Sinfonia will perform their annual spring concert at the Orcas Center on Sunday, May 20 at 3 pm. Under the directorship of Jim Shaffer-Bauck, the orchestra will perform "Valse Fantasie" by
Shindig and Auction: YeeHaw!
--from Carol Kulminski -- When was the last time you went to a good ol’ hoedown, kick your heels up SHINDIG? With music by JP and the OK Rhythm Boys and a dance floor to whirl around on, you are guaranteed of a great time! Hungry? How about tasty country
Orcas Island Health Care District – Building the Foundation, Brick by Brick
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter -- The second meeting of Orcas Island’s new Health Care District commission took place May 15 at the Eastsound Fire Hall, and the process continues to be a case study in how to build something from nothing – in this case the legal,
Whatcom County Veteran Navigator Coming to Assist Military Veterans on Orcas
Saturday, May 19, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Orcas School Cafeteria -- from Jana Webb -- If you served in the military, we would like to help you access your VA Benefits: Need to enroll in VA Health Care? Need a DD214 (Military Discharge Papers)? Need Information about your VA
Lopez Fire Personnel Train to Improve Local Spill Response Capacity
-- from Brendan Cowan, Dept. of Emergency Management -- As part of ongoing efforts to enhance local capacity to respond to oil and hazardous materials spills, three San Juan County organizations participated in the 2018 Washington State Department of Ecology Spill Response Grant Program. This program helps local communities that
Skydivers Descend on Orcas
-- from Tony Simpson, Airport Manager -- A group of private, non-commercial but highly experienced skydivers asked if they could skydive at the Orcas Island Airport in Eastsound. While this is not something we normally receive requests for, the commissioners considered the request and decided to permit this private operation
“Blackbird, Fly:” Be Prepared
Saturday, June 23, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Norm Stamper -- “We slash the blackbird’s throat, ask her why she does not sing” The American artists Marc Bamuthi Joseph and Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR), sons of Haitian immigrants, are passionate about freedom, justice, and equality. Those values will be
Shaw Man Charged With 2nd Degree Murder of Wife
-- by Lin McNulty, Managing Editor -- An Information was filed today by San Juan County Prosecutors charging Eric A. Kulp with Murder in the Second Degree. His first appearance in San Juan County Superior Court for the 44-year-old has been requested for tomorrow, May 18, 2018 at 9 a.m. Kulp is charged
Skagit Valley College Registration for Summer, Fall Going on Now
-- from Arden Ainley for Skagit Valley College -- You belong here! Registration for returning students is going on now for Summer AND Fall at all Skagit Valley College locations. Open Enrollment begins May 30. Summer classes start July 2 and Fall classes start September 25. Begin your college experience
