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07/07/2008: "Governor Spends Day On Orcas"

(Governor Christine Gregoire with kids at Orcas July parade -D.N. Kinsey photo)

Governor Gregoire and First Gentleman Mike Gregoire flew to Orcas for a full day of events as part of the 4th of July weekend. Shortly after the parade Governor Gregoire held a Town Hall meeting at the Orcas Center.
(C. Linde photo)
Following the parade.the Governor took time from her busy schedule to have a private meeting with Judge Linde to discuss his campaign and to wish him well

Judge Linde had a full day of campaigning and meeting with friends and supporters on Orcas Island on Saturday, July 5th.

The day started with the Pancake Breakfast put on by the Orcas Fire Department, followed by Judge Linde’s participation in the traditional 4th (5th) of July parade in Eastsound sponsored by the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce.

Shortly after the parade Governor Gregoire held a Town Hall meeting at the Orcas Center.

Judge Linde finished the busy day with a delicious smoked salmon dinner put on by the Lion’s Club. When Governor Gregoire arrived there was yet another opportunity for her words of encouragement. The Governor is the Honorary Chair of the Committee to Retain Judge Linde as San Juan County Superior Court Judge.