Life
Garden guru: Ciscoe Morris to speak at Orcas Center
He’s a televangelist of the pea-patch, and he’s coming to Orcas to spread his knowledge of all things…
News
School may turn down $900,000 grant due to lack of matching funds
It’s hard to walk away from nearly $1 million, but the school board may have no other choice.…
Business
After 20 years, Portofino Pizzeria says goodbye
The owner of Orcas Island’s longest running pizzeria had to make a very painful decision this month. John…
News
Exchange to operate without manager
Six months after the Exchange hired an official manager, the position has been terminated. “We’ve decided we can…
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Solid waste discussion dominates Orcas town hall meeting
To haul or not to haul. That was the main question at a March 10 town hall meeting…
Business
Island girls open massage studio
They grew up together and later pursued the same line of work. Yet it wasn’t until local chiropractor…
News
Banishing the beater: as the price of scrap metal soars, islanders can get their old cars hauled for free
Its upholstery is home to a nest of mice and a family of sparrows sunbathe on the hood.…
Life
Cuban sensation: Bobi Cespedes to perform and lead workshop on the rhythms, traditions, and stories of Africa and Cuba
She leaves in her wake the scent of the Atlantic ocean, the tinkle of a tambourine, and the…
News
Fralick and Miller to host town hall meeting
It’s their first public appearance together. Well, not exactly, but it’s the first time San Juan County Council…
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Islander Ron Glassett has furnished his house, fenced his property, and created art all with items from The Exchange
One man has been perusing the rows of appliances, toys, dishware, clothing, and equipment at The Exchange since…
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Appreciating the written word: Orcas Elementary School celebrates Dr. Seuss
Orcas kids were treated to a visit from The Lorax. In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday and Read…
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Right of way acquisitions begin for Mt. Baker Road project
Mount Baker Road is one step closer to its facelift. Improvements for the road are 60 percent completed,…