Oops: Statement from the Washington State Department of Health

— from Washington State Department of Health — As we endeavor to improve our data reporting across all aspects of our COVID-19 response, we’ve discovered that we’ve made a mistake in reporting negative test results and we want to be clear about what happened and how we plan to fix … Continue reading

Recap of Today’s COVID-19 News and Updates

— from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray — Numbers. For the most recent tally of cases by county, demographics, and more, visit the Department of Health’s website. Tuesday JIC briefing with state COVID-19 response leaders. Top leaders engaged in the state’s COVID-19 response held their weekly media briefing today. The weekly briefings will … Continue reading

Inslee extends proclamation related to COVID-19

— from Governor Inslee’s Office — Gov. Jay Inslee announced the extension of one proclamation in response to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. A June 15 letter from the Legislature extends proclamation 20-45, related to protection orders and personal service, until July 1. Protection Orders and Personal Service Extension The original proclamation … Continue reading

Recap of today’s COVID-19 news and updates

— from Emergency Operations Center, Camp Murray — Numbers. For the most recent tally of cases by county, demographics, and more, visit the Department of Health’s website. June 15 Long-term Care Facility (LCTF) Report. The latest LTCF report from DOH is now available here.  Inslee extends proclamation regarding truck driver hours. Gov. Jay Inslee … Continue reading

New positive COVID-19 test result reported on San Juan Island

— from Brendan Cowan for Department of Emergency Management — San Juan County Health and Community Services staff have been notified of a new positive COVID-19 test result in San Juan County, on San Juan Island. This brings the total number of cases in San Juan County to 16. This … Continue reading

Inslee letter to White House requests nation-wide COVID-19 aviation screening system

— from the Office of Governor Jay Inslee — In case you missed it: Gov. Jay Inslee sent a letter today to the Trump administration requesting the immediate implementation of a national aviation screening system for domestic and international passengers to ensure the safety of travelers and aviation workers.  The letter reads, … Continue reading

Editorial | Who should be monitoring our local law enforcement?

Are we okay with ‘so far, so good?’ — by Lin McNulty, Orcas Issues Editor — Vesting police officers with the authority to use reasonable force and to protect the public welfare requires monitoring, evaluation, and a careful balancing of all interests. Does this hold true, even in small communities? … Continue reading