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
Lifeforce Report to Southern Resident Orca Task Force
-- from Peter Hamilton of lifeforcefoundation.org/-- Our full response to Governor’s Inslee Orca Task Force: “It is Black and White: No More Compromises! Keep the SRKWs Alive!” (see link at the end of this article) covers issues that may not be addressed by the Governor’s Task Force. his report includes
Orcas Food Co-op Calls for 2019 Community Hero Application Submissions
-- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Food Co-op -- The Orcas Food Co-op’s Community Hero Program serves as an umbrella for “3% Thursdays,” “Register Round Up” and “Coins for Community.” Selected organizations will be the recipient of funds gathered through the following: 3% Thursday: 3% of the gross receipts on
Community Listening Forum Upcoming
Wednesday, November 7, 8 - 11:30 a.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church -- from Erin O'Dell for Community Resource Center -- In 2016, the Washington Department of Social and Health Services established a goal of decreasing poverty by half by 2025 in a way that eliminates disparities. To inform this goal, we
Letter to the Editor: Disdain Fear-Mongering Candidate
--by Anthony Simpson-- I received a dire email from a candidate for prosecuting attorney warning of Methamphetamine and Heroine in our schools. This is a fear tactic to get your vote and is not supported by data.The state of Washington has an active, ongoing survey program of drug use in
SmileMobile (Dental Van) Coming to Orcas
October 30 – November 2, 2018 -- from San Juan County Communications -- The Arcora Foundation - SmileMobile, which travels the state offering dental services to children and pregnant women who might not otherwise have access to dental care, will be on Orcas Island. The SmileMobile, a brightly painted 39-foot
Letter to the Editor: Jewett Upholds Standards of Our Judiciary
-- by Judith L. Chovan -- The recent political drama over the appointment of a Supreme Court Justice has added another dose of angst to our society, in part because of the standards we expect from our Judiciary – no overt political partiality, calm demeanour, and honesty. I share the
League of Women Voters Holds General Election Candidate Forums
Wednesday, October 17, 5:15-7:15 p.m, Orcas Senior Center -- from Hayley Day for League of Women Voters -- The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will hold candidate forums prior to the November general election. The forums feature those running for the state legislative district 40 position, as
Guest Opinion: County Council Fails our Orcas
-- by Janet Alderton -- Instead of taking bold actions to help the starving Southern Resident Killer Whales, our County Council at its October 8, 2018, meeting voted to do only the minimum required by a recent Growth Management Board ruling on the County’s Shoreline Management Plan. During the public hearings on this
Port of Orcas Meeting Re-scheduled for Wednesday
The Regular meeting of the Port of Orcas Commission has been tentatively rescheduled for Wednesday, October 17th, 2018 at 6 p.m. at Airport Conference Room.
Letter to the Editor: Asher bring Transparency and Community Policing to Sheriff’s Office
-- by Steve Johns-- I am a recently retired law enforcement officer with nearly 30 years of law enforcement experience, preceded by six years of Police Explorer and a Police Cadet prep work. I write this letter of endorsement for Jeff Asher in his candidacy for Sheriff of San Juan
Inslee Statement on Death of Paul Allen
-- from Office of the Governor -- Gov. Jay Inslee today reacted to the news of Paul Allen's death. "Paul Allen stands as a giant in Washington history for the genius vision that was so important to creating Microsoft with Bill Gates. That he went on to do so much
Letter to Editor | In Support of YES for Homes
-- from Peggy Rhoads -- We will have the chance to vote for the San Juan County Homes Fund in the November 6 election. You may have seen articles and letters online or in print, seen the booth at the Library Fair and at other venues, calling us to vote
Letter to the Editor: Reason to Support Gaylord for Prosecuting Attorney
-- by Art Lange -- I support Randy Gaylord for Prosecuting Attorney because has demonstrated exceptional leadership during his many years in that position. He has continued to advocate for the rights of the members of our community and for environmental protection of our islands. Just two examples: Randy has
Letter to Editor | Why I Support Proposition 1
-- from Cathy Ferran -- I would like to add my support for Proposition 1 on this November's ballot - aka the small (.05%) real estate excise tax (REET) - which will directly support affordable housing in our county. When I moved here 27+ years ago it was hard to
OICMF Presents “Music 101” at the Library
Thursday, November 1, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Orcas Island Library -- from Linda Slone for Orcas Chamber Music Festival -- “Zoom in” Thursday evening, November 1st, at Orcas Island Public Library for Music 101, a fun and informative video conference session about classical music. Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival’s Aloysia
Inslee Statement Regarding Trump Proposal to Export Coal out of West Coast Military Bases
-- from Office of the Governor -- “This reckless, hair-brained proposal undermines national security instead of increasing it, and it undermines states’ rights to enforce necessary health, safety and environmental protections in their communities. The men and women who serve at our military bases are there to keep our country
