by Hilary Canty | Oct 9, 2020 | Hilary's Update
To plant a tree is to plant hope. This week a few trees were planted in the Village Green at the site of the new play area. These were donated by OICF in honor of our 25th anniversary and in the spirit of hope and enthusiasm about the next 25! We are looking forward...
by Hilary Canty | Oct 3, 2020 | Hilary's Update
A foggy smoky sunrise in Olga. Photo by Coleen O’Brien As we head into Fall, San Juan County is leading the State in a couple of ways. We have one of the lowest per capita coronavirus infection rates. Good news. We also have the highest year-over-year job loss....
by Hilary Canty | Sep 18, 2020 | Hilary's Update
Cascade Lake Early this year, our community began experiencing the impacts of the pandemic and consequent economic slide. While national unemployment rose to 14%, our local Economic Development Council estimated the rate in San Juan County was 28%. For many families...
by Hilary Canty | Sep 11, 2020 | Hilary's Update
It is a bit eerie that the smoke from the wildfires moved in overnight, on the 19th anniversary of 9-11, setting a somber tone. Locally, all outdoor burning (including charcoal bbq’s and campfires) is banned and the health department is recommending staying indoors....
by Hilary Canty | Sep 4, 2020 | Hilary's Update
There is plenty to celebrate this week as the first 10 households moved into April’s Grove. The plan is to have all 45 units filled by the end of November. Thank you to OPAL and all those who supported this effort. It could not have come at a better time. It feels...
by Hilary Canty | Aug 30, 2020 | Hilary's Update
Labor Day is just around the corner, marking the traditional start of a new school year. The Orcas Island School District is ready to launch, but this year will be like no other. After months of preparing a plan for in-person classes, the district received the...
