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Results of council election point to change ahead

A newcomer’s apparent landslide victory may point to dissatisfaction with city leadership.

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City considers $2 million list for ARPA funds

An Oak Harbor subcommittee came up with a $2 million list of ideas for spending stimulus money.

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Staff seeks to relieve themselves of biosolids

Demand hasn’t been as high as anticipated for what Oak Harbor staff call “Poo-Cheetos.”

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School board incumbents, hospital proposition ahead in vote counts

Hoffmire, Stucky, Evans winning in Oak Harbor Council contest

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Glove-sniffing driver reported | Island Scanner

Thursday, Oct. 14

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Judge hears final words in Growler lawsuit

A federal judge grilled lawyers for the Navy, the state and an advocacy group during a hearing.

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Survey of city staff reveals the depth of morale issues

Some Oak Harbor employees said the work environment was toxic or described a culture of fear.

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Kids harass budding musician | Island Scanner

Monday, Oct. 11

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Man accused of stalking, burglary, computer trespass

An Oak Harbor man is accused of entering his estranged wife’s home without permission.

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Pedestrian injured in car accident

A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle near Freeland Oct. 23, according to the Washington State Patrol.

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County plans housing in Oak Harbor

Island County officials are looking for someone to build an affordable housing project.

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Group may convert hotel to housing

Island County commissioners approved a $70,000 grant to the Low Income Housing Institute.

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Phony money left in church collection box | Island Scanner

Wednesday, Sept. 29