Here’s a thought…
“The propagandist’s purpose is to make one set of people forget that certain other sets of people are human.”
ALDOUS HUXLEY
Letter to Editor | We Would Be Well-served by Brandli
-- from Lawrence Curt Delay and Jonathan Rands -- We two lawyers, who include the San Juan County District Court in our practice, support Steve Brandli for San Juan County District Court Judge because Steve’s analysis skills are excellent, because he will bring an unbiased view to our District Court,
It’s Time to Review Your Medicare Part D Plan
-- from Pegi Groundwater -- It is not just your body that needs an annual check-up. Your Medicare coverage also needs to be reviewed each year to see if it still fits you. Each year between October 15 and December 7 you are given a chance to review your Medicare
Editorial | Death by Accommodation
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues Reporter -- The origin story of most people I know – that is, how they ended up on Orcas Island – usually includes a respectful homage to the archipelago’s natural beauty, isolation, quietude, and topological diversity. The relative simplicity of small-town life is also
Letter to Editor | You May Want to Stay On-island During 3-boat Ferry Schedule
-- from Laurel Rust -- Hopefully everyone is aware that from October 22 through November 4, the San Juan Islands will be on a "three-boat schedule." The times of sailings to and from the mainland are very different from the Fall schedule, so check the AnaSJsTemporary3BoatSchedule for sailing times. The
Letter to Editor | Power Articulate and Smart
-- from Paul Arons -- I have lived on San Juan Island since 2002 and have been practicing law for nearly forty years. I have known Nick Power since I began practicing law in Washington, starting in 2013. Nick is tremendously imaginative, articulate and smart. He fights hard for his
OPALCO Pays Tribute to Paul Allen
-- from Suzanne Olson, Orcas Power & Light Cooperative -- The world lost a true friend in the passing of Paul Allen. Many are telling the stories of his incredible contributions to science, technology and humanity around the world and particularly in Washington State. You may not realize it, but
Letter to Editor | Brandli a Great Person and Attorney
-- from Lauren Sands -- We hired Stephen A. Brandli as our attorney in a local boundary dispute. I was floored by the depth and breadth of Steve's real estate knowledge and I continually refer clients to him. He's a great attorney but he's also a great person who's truly
Orcas Landing Construction Project Underway Soon
-- from San Juan County Public Works -- The time is nearing for construction at the Orcas Landing Marine Facility to begin. Work will start in earnest by October 31, but construction-related activities should be expected leading up to this date. On-site construction activities could include: contractor mobilization, construction fencing
Letter to Editor | Our Revolution County Voting Guide
-- from Our Revolution Steering Committee -- Shortly after the November, 2016 election, a San Juan County branch of Our Revolution (OR) was formed. As were so many people at the time, we were concerned about the outcome of the election and the need to work against the direction of
Letter to Editor | Asher Has My Wholehearted Endorsement
-- from James T. Powers -- I write to wholeheartedly endorse Jeff Asher for the position of Sheriff of San Juan County. I have known Jeff for over 20 years, having met him in my then capacity as a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. I was stationed
Guest Opinion: County Development Potential Needs Discussion
-- by Joe Symons -- At the San Juan County/Department of Community Development (DCD) Orcas Island workshop held at the Eastsound Fire Hall last Wednesday (Oct 10, 2018), I showed maps that describe the development potential at buildout for rural parcels in San Juan County (SJC). (Maps shown at the
School Receives Chickenpox Alert from County
-- from Eric Webb for Orcas School District -- The following is a Chickenpox Alert from San Juan County Health & Community Services. At this time Orcas Island School District does not have a student with a confirmed case of the chickenpox. Three school- and preschool-aged children have CONFIRMED cases
Health Care District Nears Finalizing Its 2019 Budget
-- by Susan McBain, Orcas Issues Reporter -- The Orcas Island Health Care District (OIHCD) had another short meeting on Oct. 9, devoted mostly to the budget. Superintendent Anne Presson presented a draft of the formal budget to the commissioners based on figures from the OIHCD finance committee’s financial model.
Senior Center Is Busy, Busy, Busy
-- from Sara Boyle for Orcas Senior Center -- Support Orcas Seniors by Shopping on Oct 18th at the Co-op! Please support the Orcas Senior Center Nonprofit by shopping at the Orcas Food Co-op on Oct. 18 for 3% Thursday Community Shopping Day! For this day only, 3% of all
Letter to Editor | Approval of I-1631 is Urgent Call to Action
-- from Katie Fleming -- As a mom of two young children, this week was another hard one for me in regard to climate change and the future of younger generations. On Monday, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the leading international body for the assessment of climate change,
School Bond Construction Update
-- from the Orcas Island School District -- For the most recent information, from timelines to color schemes on the 2017 Bond and Levy, please see the attached presentation created by Mahlum Architects. Mahlum's David Mount delivered the attached presentation to the Orcas Island School District Board on Sept. 27.
