In this time of war, amidst all the political debate and news reports, there is a sometimes-forgotten but heavily affected group: children.
Karen Rogers interviews Ted Leche about his time in the Navy and later as a priest.
As an avid sports fan, it wasn’t too surprising that former Lopez student Bryce Jardine would look into a job with the Mariners. And since he was hired as the Mariner Moose, he’s been loving every minute.
Jim Ghiglione and his family vacationed in the San Juans for close to 15 years, and they often mused about what it would be like to live here. When the Lopez Fire Chief position opened up at the beginning of this year, Ghiglione jumped at the chance to apply.
The Lopez Island Pool project has gained momentum, and the dream of a community pool is getting closer everyday.
What if there was a way for everyone to speak a language of understanding and foster more loving, open relationships? John Cunningham is offering a workshop to help foster compassionate communication.
The second annual Lopez Island Golf Club tournament, auction, and dinner on June 29 was a huge success. The auction brought in thousands of dollars – a 50 percent increase over last year. The event had 68 golfers and fed over 100 people. The evening’s great cooks, led by Ed Gutkowski and Ole Snoer, prepared a tasty seafood dinner.
A summer Lopez Island blood drive for the Puget Sound Blood Center will be held at Lopez Community Church on Tuesday, July 29, from noon to 6:00 p.m. The blood drive is sponsored by the Lopez Island Lion’s Club, and in keeping with the summer theme, blood donors at this drive will have the opportunity to enjoy free gourmet ice cream provided by Lopez Island Creamery.
Lopez Senior Center presents beginning and advanced Tai Chi at Woodmen Hall every Wednesday. Both levels meet at 9 a.m. for a combined class. For more information, call Jerry at 468-4709.
In advance of the August 19 primary election, the League of Women Voters of the San Juans has scheduled a public forum for candidates to meet the voters.
Voting is both a right and a duty of citizenship. Be sure you can cast your vote by registering as a voter in advance of the August 19 primary election.
Have you ever wondered about salmon restoration in your watershed? What’s going on, who’s doing the work, where the projects are located, and how you can get involved or coordinate with these efforts?
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