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    Articles by Colleen Smith Summers
    Shaky future for Orcas School budget
    Shaky future for Orcas School budget
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 24, 2009 8:46 pm

    If the worst case scenario occurs, Orcas School District’s budget could be “in a dire situation,” as superintendent Barbara Kline…

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    EPRC board members Gulliver Rankin
    Learn about Eastsound’s future at open house
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 21, 2009 7:40 pm

    Eastsound in 20 years could look much as it does now, with its two-story buildings and 10-foot setbacks, or it…

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    Clear choice for Country Corner LAMRID
    Clear choice for Country Corner LAMRID
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 21, 2009 12:26 am

    Of the three “Limited Area of More Intense Rural Development” proposals for the Country Corner region, only one makes sense….

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    Orcas dancers rehearsing for the upcoming show on May 2.
    San Juan Islands dancers come together for group...
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 20, 2009 11:43 pm

    Anthony Manuel, known for his energetic dance classes and inspirational performances, is presenting his last show – for at least…

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    No decision in sight for County Corner LAMIRD
    No decision in sight for County Corner LAMIRD
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 15, 2009 7:35 pm

    Some see it as a new commercial hub, an activity center adjacent to Eastsound. Others would prefer it stay just…

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    Karen Campbell with an altar by Kat Taylor that survived the fire.
    Chimayo restaurant reopening after fire
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 15, 2009 7:32 pm

    After months of renovating her fire-damaged restaurant, it was a turning point for Chimayo owner Karen Campbell when she dusted…

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    Principal Tom Gobeske to leave OISD
    Principal Tom Gobeske to leave OISD
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 14, 2009 5:14 pm

    Of all his tasks at Orcas School, Tom Gobeske’s favorite moment is when he steps into the classroom. Gobeske is…

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    Cabaret in the Air will feature local dancers flying high over the stage.
    Cabaret in the Air features aerial dancing, fabulous...
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 14, 2009 12:48 pm

    It has its roots in a burlesque class taught on Orcas and will include trapeze work, circus elements, dancing, and…

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    A family affair: Taylor family buys Orcas Golf Club
    A family affair: Taylor family buys Orcas Golf...
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 13, 2009 7:34 pm

    Long-time Orcas residents Kendall and Sandra, their son Justin, and Justin’s wife Keary are new owners of the Orcas Island Golf Club.

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    Get green
    Get green
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 13, 2009 7:29 pm

    Earth Day is April 22.

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    Jane Heisinger with a painting and Michele Streich with a table saw that will be for sale at Granny's Attic on April 18.
    Granny’s Attic offering the best in used island...
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 9, 2009 12:38 pm

    It’s the ultimate yard sale, all under one roof. Now in it’s fourth year, Granny’s Attic is the premier place…

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    Kids at the Children’s House learning about music.
    Music for Young Ones hosts its first visiting...
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 6, 2009 7:38 pm

    The Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival is set to launch its newest project, IM: In Music for Young Ones. “There…

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    WSF funding up in the air
    WSF funding up in the air
    By Colleen Smith Summers • April 3, 2009 7:39 pm

    State legislators propose conservative transportation budged

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