Topic: Community
Parks, Trails & Natural Areas Plan
Written on September 2, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Parks, Trails and Natural Areas Plan (PTNA) provides direction for the development, management and acquisition of parks, trails, non-motorized transportation facilities, and natural areas for the Parks & Fair Department, Land Bank, and Public Works Departments of the County. New with this update is incorporation of the County’s Non-Motorized Transportation Plan. The PTNA provides Continue Reading
Staxx Brothers
Written on September 1, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Staxx Brothers are playing at the Rumor Mill this Friday and Saturday night. No cover. Just some groovy hard soul! Here’s what the Rumor Mill has to say… The Staxx Brothers are coming back this weekend. Yes it does mean we’ll have one of the most entertaining and dance-able bands since Sly & The Family Stone. Continue Reading
The FHES PTO raises $6200 in Pie Booth at County Fair!
Written on September 1, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Over 60 volunteers served up approximately 1,200 slices of donated pies for the first fundraiser of the newly established FHES PTO (Parent Teacher Organization). A very big THANK YOU from the FHES PTO Board and Pie Booth Committee! “We are so grateful to the community and the outpouring of support, from pie bakers and servers, Continue Reading
Nicole Harling Cancer Fund
Written on September 1, 2016 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just heard that Nikkie Harling is fighting cancer. She’s a 43 year old single mother of 2. You can donate to help them out financially through an account set up for her at Islander’s Bank or through this online GoFundMe Account.
Merri Ann’s SJI Lifestyle Tips
Written on September 1, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s another video in Merri Ann Simonson’s series of San Juan Islands Lifestyle Tips…
Gifts for NPS on it’s 100th Birthday
Written on August 31, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Honored guests on Thursday at the English Camp celebration of 100 years of the National Park Service were members of the Lummi and Saanich Nations from Washington and British Columbia. Their families had lived on San Juan Island or visited here for centuries before the Pig War of 1859-72. At least 200 persons, including many children, Continue Reading
Reach the Top!
Written on August 31, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Have you had a chance to enjoy “Sundays at the Summit” of Mount Grant on San Juan Island? The road to the top is open Sundays noon to six through September 25. Hiking trails are open daily. The Summit offers 360-degree views of valleys, lakes, straits, mountains, soaring raptors and wind-gnarled Douglas firs. It’s a Continue Reading
Opalco Receives $1,000,000
Written on August 30, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Opalco Awarded $1 Million Grant For Grid Modernization From WA Clean Energy Fund OPALCO’s spirit of innovation was recognized this week as the Co-op was awarded a $1 million grid modernization grant by the Washington Clean Energy Fund (CEF). OPALCO is the smallest utility to ever receive a CEF grant. Other recipients include Avista, Seattle Continue Reading
Remembering 9/11
Written on August 29, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mayor Carrie Lacher shares these thoughts as we near the 15th anniversary of the events of September 11th, 2001… This year our Nation and our community mark the 15th anniversary of 9/11. While we continue to grieve that traumatic day and our tragic losses, we also have a renewed opportunity to re-commit to the unity, dedication, Continue Reading
EMS – SJI Fire District
Written on August 29, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Because of a good deal of conversation during and since the recent EMS levy vote, the public hospital district board has asked a committee to study integration of the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) with the San Juan Island Fire District. The EMS was a part of the Fire District until a few years ago, and Continue Reading
Construction Update: Week of August 29th, 2016
Written on August 28, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Town of Friday Harbor – Waterline Replacement Project Locations of work: Underground construction is complete except for tie-in locations This week, Contractor is scheduled to tie-in the new waterline at the following locations: Douglas and San Juan Valley Rd. Spring St. at the Water Maintenance Facility San Juan Valley Rd. near the EMS/Hospital Work Days/Hours Continue Reading
8.8k Run Results
Written on August 28, 2016 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec has posted complete 8.8k Run results if you want to see them – They are at www.islandrec.org/events Also, in the photo above is 14-year-old overall winner Chauncey Cox (Right, with 2 medals), and 11-year-old Sam Cox, who took second in his age group.
SJPT’s Island Dispatch
Written on August 27, 2016 at 9:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
Extra, Extra! Read All About It! An e-version of the San Juan Preservation Trust’s August 2016 Island Dispatch newsletter is now live on the web. Click here to view it. Here’s a preview of what you’ll find: Guardians Forever: Monitoring SJPT’s 226 (and counting) conservation easements is a big job that we take very seriously. Plus, What Is a Continue Reading
You did it again! Thank you!
Written on August 27, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Community Foundation was once again gratified by the amazing generosity of islanders last week at the 2016 San Juan County Fair when over $28,000 was donated to eight different projects featured in the matching program. This amount was raised in just the four days of the Fair! The Foundation, in turn, will match those Continue Reading
10th Annual Concours d’Elegance
Written on August 23, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Sports Car Club of the San Juan Islands and the Rotary Club of San Juan Island invite everyone to attend the tenth annual Concours d’Elegance at the San Juan Vineyards on Sunday, August 28 from 11:00 AM until 3:00 PM. The Concours is an exhibition of vintage and classic motor vehicles and will have Continue Reading
Bike and Build
Written on August 23, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Community Potluck at 6pm on Friday, August 26th for “Bike and Build” at the Fairgrounds All islanders are invited to a potluck at the Fairgrounds to welcome about 30 young people who will be here for a day of service for San Juan Community Home Trust. The group’s mission statement says: “Through service-oriented cycling trips, Continue Reading
Parks, Trails & Natural Areas Plan
Written on September 2, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Parks, Trails and Natural Areas Plan (PTNA) provides direction for the development, management and acquisition of parks, trails, non-motorized transportation facilities, and natural areas for the Parks & Fair Department, Land Bank, and Public Works Departments of the County. New with this update is incorporation of the County’s Non-Motorized Transportation Plan. The PTNA provides Continue Reading
Staxx Brothers
Written on September 1, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Staxx Brothers are playing at the Rumor Mill this Friday and Saturday night. No cover. Just some groovy hard soul! Here’s what the Rumor Mill has to say… The Staxx Brothers are coming back this weekend. Yes it does mean we’ll have one of the most entertaining and dance-able bands since Sly & The Family Stone. Continue Reading
The FHES PTO raises $6200 in Pie Booth at County Fair!
Written on September 1, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Over 60 volunteers served up approximately 1,200 slices of donated pies for the first fundraiser of the newly established FHES PTO (Parent Teacher Organization). A very big THANK YOU from the FHES PTO Board and Pie Booth Committee! “We are so grateful to the community and the outpouring of support, from pie bakers and servers, Continue Reading
Nicole Harling Cancer Fund
Written on September 1, 2016 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just heard that Nikkie Harling is fighting cancer. She’s a 43 year old single mother of 2. You can donate to help them out financially through an account set up for her at Islander’s Bank or through this online GoFundMe Account.
Merri Ann’s SJI Lifestyle Tips
Written on September 1, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s another video in Merri Ann Simonson’s series of San Juan Islands Lifestyle Tips…
Gifts for NPS on it’s 100th Birthday
Written on August 31, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Honored guests on Thursday at the English Camp celebration of 100 years of the National Park Service were members of the Lummi and Saanich Nations from Washington and British Columbia. Their families had lived on San Juan Island or visited here for centuries before the Pig War of 1859-72. At least 200 persons, including many children, Continue Reading
Reach the Top!
Written on August 31, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Have you had a chance to enjoy “Sundays at the Summit” of Mount Grant on San Juan Island? The road to the top is open Sundays noon to six through September 25. Hiking trails are open daily. The Summit offers 360-degree views of valleys, lakes, straits, mountains, soaring raptors and wind-gnarled Douglas firs. It’s a Continue Reading
Opalco Receives $1,000,000
Written on August 30, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Opalco Awarded $1 Million Grant For Grid Modernization From WA Clean Energy Fund OPALCO’s spirit of innovation was recognized this week as the Co-op was awarded a $1 million grid modernization grant by the Washington Clean Energy Fund (CEF). OPALCO is the smallest utility to ever receive a CEF grant. Other recipients include Avista, Seattle Continue Reading
Remembering 9/11
Written on August 29, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mayor Carrie Lacher shares these thoughts as we near the 15th anniversary of the events of September 11th, 2001… This year our Nation and our community mark the 15th anniversary of 9/11. While we continue to grieve that traumatic day and our tragic losses, we also have a renewed opportunity to re-commit to the unity, dedication, Continue Reading
EMS – SJI Fire District
Written on August 29, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Because of a good deal of conversation during and since the recent EMS levy vote, the public hospital district board has asked a committee to study integration of the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) with the San Juan Island Fire District. The EMS was a part of the Fire District until a few years ago, and Continue Reading
Construction Update: Week of August 29th, 2016
Written on August 28, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Town of Friday Harbor – Waterline Replacement Project Locations of work: Underground construction is complete except for tie-in locations This week, Contractor is scheduled to tie-in the new waterline at the following locations: Douglas and San Juan Valley Rd. Spring St. at the Water Maintenance Facility San Juan Valley Rd. near the EMS/Hospital Work Days/Hours Continue Reading
8.8k Run Results
Written on August 28, 2016 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec has posted complete 8.8k Run results if you want to see them – They are at www.islandrec.org/events Also, in the photo above is 14-year-old overall winner Chauncey Cox (Right, with 2 medals), and 11-year-old Sam Cox, who took second in his age group.
SJPT’s Island Dispatch
Written on August 27, 2016 at 9:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
Extra, Extra! Read All About It! An e-version of the San Juan Preservation Trust’s August 2016 Island Dispatch newsletter is now live on the web. Click here to view it. Here’s a preview of what you’ll find: Guardians Forever: Monitoring SJPT’s 226 (and counting) conservation easements is a big job that we take very seriously. Plus, What Is a Continue Reading
You did it again! Thank you!
Written on August 27, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Community Foundation was once again gratified by the amazing generosity of islanders last week at the 2016 San Juan County Fair when over $28,000 was donated to eight different projects featured in the matching program. This amount was raised in just the four days of the Fair! The Foundation, in turn, will match those Continue Reading
10th Annual Concours d’Elegance
Written on August 23, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Sports Car Club of the San Juan Islands and the Rotary Club of San Juan Island invite everyone to attend the tenth annual Concours d’Elegance at the San Juan Vineyards on Sunday, August 28 from 11:00 AM until 3:00 PM. The Concours is an exhibition of vintage and classic motor vehicles and will have Continue Reading
Bike and Build
Written on August 23, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Community Potluck at 6pm on Friday, August 26th for “Bike and Build” at the Fairgrounds All islanders are invited to a potluck at the Fairgrounds to welcome about 30 young people who will be here for a day of service for San Juan Community Home Trust. The group’s mission statement says: “Through service-oriented cycling trips, Continue Reading