Topic: People
“Food Preserver” Awarded to Heidi
Written on August 19, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Heidi Mathisen is the winner of the ACE Food Preserver Award in the Food Preservation Department at the San Juan County Fair. Ace Hardware donated a Food Saver Vacuum Sealer as a special award to the Food Preservation Department as the grand prize in the Food Preservation Department This special award goes to the exhibitor Continue Reading
Letters
Written on August 19, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the San Juan Update mailbag today we find this letter from Steve Ulvi… Tilting with Windmills on San Juan Island I am compelled to respond to a recent inflammatory opinion piece by the editor in one of our local media outlets. And now another in the last few days. The gist of these is Continue Reading
Island Senior: Frank Mullis Navigates August Traffic
Written on August 16, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… It is August on San Juan Island. The roads are dusty and the traffic is wild. This time of year dodging mopeds and navigating around long lines of bicycling tourists can fray an islander’s nerves. If you are tempted Continue Reading
Considering Buying an Investment Property?
Written on August 13, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson checks in again with real estate news and tips… Vacation Rental Versus Long Term Rental Now would be a good time to purchase property held for investment and due to market conditions, a rental home in the San Juans would be the best investment. We are not like the metropolitan areas nearby Continue Reading
Another Award for Susan
Written on August 12, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Keith Busha reports more good news for Susan Williams… Dear San Juan Update, It was announced last Sunday that Susan Williams won another award at the Anacortes Art Festival. This time it was the People’s Choice Award. It was especially meaningful to her because it represents the feeling of the viewers that passed thru the Continue Reading
Heart-felt thanks to the Stand Up Men
Written on August 10, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag, here’s a letter to you from Dave Dunaway… Four years ago a simple fundraising idea on San Juan Island sparked an inspirational movement among men. That idea was to see if 100 men would take a public stand against domestic violence by donating $100 to DV/SAS of the San Juans Continue Reading
Islands Heartbeats SJI
Written on August 9, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
An unforgettable photographic journey through the natural wonders of San Juan Island, Washington. Written and photographed by Julie McIntire Corey. This is the must-have book of the summer! Islands Heartbeats is 272 pages with 330 spectacular photographs and stories that will make your heart beat. JulieC is one of those rare individuals that can Continue Reading
Bruce Hansen
Written on August 9, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bruce Hansen passed away on July 5, 2019. He would want everyone to: Honor your commitments; Pay your bills on time; Practice random acts of kindness*; and Remember what Thumper Rabbit’s mother said, “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say nothin’ at all.” Bruce’s wife Francie is looking forward to hearing your remembrances at Continue Reading
Island Rec – New Recreation Specialist on Board
Written on August 7, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is pleased to welcome John Fyrqvist as their new Recreation Specialist. John will primarily be organizing youth, teen, and family programs and events. After growing up on San Juan Island, John spent a decade in the Midwest where he graduated from the University of Notre Dame. He is thrilled to be returning to Continue Reading
Firefighters of the Month
Written on August 6, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Fire and Rescue Department is proud to announce the July and August 2019 Firefighters of the Month. Firefighter Missy Arata was selected as July Firefighter of the Month. Missy was selected for her outstanding contribution of time in preparing wildland fire equipment and ensuring readiness for the summer wildland season. Missy Continue Reading
UW Labs 2019 Illg Distinguished Lecturer
Written on August 5, 2019 at 8:23 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Labs is excited to welcome, Dr. Anna Metaxas, our 2019 Illg Lecturer on August 7 at the Community Theater at 7 PM. Dr. Metaxas is from Dalhousie University and her topic will be “Evidence-based conservation: designing well-connected Marine Protected Areas.” Please join us for this amazing free public lecture followed by refreshments.
Bench Honors Kristina Thalacker Ewing
Written on August 3, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kristina Thalacker Ewing, former island resident and life-long Kiwanian, was honored in a memorial celebration July 27th by the placement of a bench in the courthouse lawn. Some of Kristina’s achievements include the Hugh O’Brien Youth Scholar, charter member of the FH Key Club, charter member of EWU Circle K International Club, member Kent AM Continue Reading
Local Artist, Susan Williams wins two Awards at Anacortes Art Festival
Written on August 2, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Many months ago Susan submitted three photos of her work to the jury of the Arts at The Port Exhibition. All three were accepted. While attending the opening of the Anacortes Arts Festival Gala she found that she had won the first ever Bill Mitchell Award. Bill was the man responsible for painting all of Continue Reading
Waterline – Split, Twisted & Bound
Written on August 2, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The awe-inspiring installation in the atrium is the largest and most lyrical shown at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA). In Waterline, created by Andrew Shewman, Orcas Island resident, the whale and orca’s flukes move within the art morphing from human to vessel. Several forms make up the total art piece- Mask, Skywolf, Continue Reading
APSFH Volunteer of the Month
Written on August 2, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced Carole Crowley as the Volunteer of the Month for August, 2019. Carole started volunteering at the animal shelter shortly after retiring from her day job as a nurse and has been a loyal and regular volunteer ever since. Not only can she can be counted on Continue Reading
EMS Medical Program Director Transition
Written on August 1, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dr. Michael Sullivan, EMS Medical Program Director (MPD) for San Juan County has resigned from his position as the county MPD effective today July 31, 2019. Dr. Sullivan served as the MPD for over a decade. The San Juan County EMS and Trauma Council extends our appreciation for his years of service to our communities Continue Reading
“Food Preserver” Awarded to Heidi
Written on August 19, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Heidi Mathisen is the winner of the ACE Food Preserver Award in the Food Preservation Department at the San Juan County Fair. Ace Hardware donated a Food Saver Vacuum Sealer as a special award to the Food Preservation Department as the grand prize in the Food Preservation Department This special award goes to the exhibitor Continue Reading
Letters
Written on August 19, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the San Juan Update mailbag today we find this letter from Steve Ulvi… Tilting with Windmills on San Juan Island I am compelled to respond to a recent inflammatory opinion piece by the editor in one of our local media outlets. And now another in the last few days. The gist of these is Continue Reading
Island Senior: Frank Mullis Navigates August Traffic
Written on August 16, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… It is August on San Juan Island. The roads are dusty and the traffic is wild. This time of year dodging mopeds and navigating around long lines of bicycling tourists can fray an islander’s nerves. If you are tempted Continue Reading
Considering Buying an Investment Property?
Written on August 13, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson checks in again with real estate news and tips… Vacation Rental Versus Long Term Rental Now would be a good time to purchase property held for investment and due to market conditions, a rental home in the San Juans would be the best investment. We are not like the metropolitan areas nearby Continue Reading
Another Award for Susan
Written on August 12, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Keith Busha reports more good news for Susan Williams… Dear San Juan Update, It was announced last Sunday that Susan Williams won another award at the Anacortes Art Festival. This time it was the People’s Choice Award. It was especially meaningful to her because it represents the feeling of the viewers that passed thru the Continue Reading
Heart-felt thanks to the Stand Up Men
Written on August 10, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag, here’s a letter to you from Dave Dunaway… Four years ago a simple fundraising idea on San Juan Island sparked an inspirational movement among men. That idea was to see if 100 men would take a public stand against domestic violence by donating $100 to DV/SAS of the San Juans Continue Reading
Islands Heartbeats SJI
Written on August 9, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
An unforgettable photographic journey through the natural wonders of San Juan Island, Washington. Written and photographed by Julie McIntire Corey. This is the must-have book of the summer! Islands Heartbeats is 272 pages with 330 spectacular photographs and stories that will make your heart beat. JulieC is one of those rare individuals that can Continue Reading
Bruce Hansen
Written on August 9, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bruce Hansen passed away on July 5, 2019. He would want everyone to: Honor your commitments; Pay your bills on time; Practice random acts of kindness*; and Remember what Thumper Rabbit’s mother said, “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say nothin’ at all.” Bruce’s wife Francie is looking forward to hearing your remembrances at Continue Reading
Island Rec – New Recreation Specialist on Board
Written on August 7, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is pleased to welcome John Fyrqvist as their new Recreation Specialist. John will primarily be organizing youth, teen, and family programs and events. After growing up on San Juan Island, John spent a decade in the Midwest where he graduated from the University of Notre Dame. He is thrilled to be returning to Continue Reading
Firefighters of the Month
Written on August 6, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Fire and Rescue Department is proud to announce the July and August 2019 Firefighters of the Month. Firefighter Missy Arata was selected as July Firefighter of the Month. Missy was selected for her outstanding contribution of time in preparing wildland fire equipment and ensuring readiness for the summer wildland season. Missy Continue Reading
UW Labs 2019 Illg Distinguished Lecturer
Written on August 5, 2019 at 8:23 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Labs is excited to welcome, Dr. Anna Metaxas, our 2019 Illg Lecturer on August 7 at the Community Theater at 7 PM. Dr. Metaxas is from Dalhousie University and her topic will be “Evidence-based conservation: designing well-connected Marine Protected Areas.” Please join us for this amazing free public lecture followed by refreshments.
Bench Honors Kristina Thalacker Ewing
Written on August 3, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kristina Thalacker Ewing, former island resident and life-long Kiwanian, was honored in a memorial celebration July 27th by the placement of a bench in the courthouse lawn. Some of Kristina’s achievements include the Hugh O’Brien Youth Scholar, charter member of the FH Key Club, charter member of EWU Circle K International Club, member Kent AM Continue Reading
Local Artist, Susan Williams wins two Awards at Anacortes Art Festival
Written on August 2, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Many months ago Susan submitted three photos of her work to the jury of the Arts at The Port Exhibition. All three were accepted. While attending the opening of the Anacortes Arts Festival Gala she found that she had won the first ever Bill Mitchell Award. Bill was the man responsible for painting all of Continue Reading
Waterline – Split, Twisted & Bound
Written on August 2, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The awe-inspiring installation in the atrium is the largest and most lyrical shown at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA). In Waterline, created by Andrew Shewman, Orcas Island resident, the whale and orca’s flukes move within the art morphing from human to vessel. Several forms make up the total art piece- Mask, Skywolf, Continue Reading
APSFH Volunteer of the Month
Written on August 2, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced Carole Crowley as the Volunteer of the Month for August, 2019. Carole started volunteering at the animal shelter shortly after retiring from her day job as a nurse and has been a loyal and regular volunteer ever since. Not only can she can be counted on Continue Reading
EMS Medical Program Director Transition
Written on August 1, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dr. Michael Sullivan, EMS Medical Program Director (MPD) for San Juan County has resigned from his position as the county MPD effective today July 31, 2019. Dr. Sullivan served as the MPD for over a decade. The San Juan County EMS and Trauma Council extends our appreciation for his years of service to our communities Continue Reading