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Oak Harbor school safety measures aren’t ‘knee-jerk reactions’
Last week marked the 19th anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting. School safety is now as pertinent…
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County officials: Washing car on lawn, scooping animal poop, ways to protect water
Protecting water quality doesn’t always have to mean dramatic changes made only by large corporations or farming operations.…
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Homelessness to be discussed at forum Monday
The Whidbey Homeless Coalition is inviting the public to join its “community conversation on homelessness” from 6:30 to…
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Renowned bagel factory sets up shop in Oak Harbor
Whidbey Island’s increasingly famous namesake bagels are now available in Oak Harbor.
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Oak Harbor High School art students seek votes in national competition
Oak Harbor High School art students are using their skills and creativity to elevate awareness and potentially funding…
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Commissioner rejects prosecutor’s request
Last week, Island County Commissioner Jill Johnson said she would vote against an amendment to a contract between…
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Congrats, concerns over detox facility
Representatives from Island County were met with kudos, concerns and complaints during a meeting Monday to discuss plans…
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Crossing guard inducted into school safety patrol hall of fame
Logan Eash used to look out the window on his way to kindergarten and watch the older elementary…
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Highway 20 clear after 2-vehicle traffic accident
Highway 20 has been cleared after a two-vehicle motor vehicle accident occurred around noon today near the Kettles…
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New proposal for affordable housing project questioned
Emotions ran high Thursday night at a packed meeting about an affordable housing project planned for Pioneer Way…
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Robotics team going to world championships, fundraiser Saturday for trip
Being a member of the Wildcats Robotics team is about more than cool technology and competing against other…
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Workshops set for Freeland development regulations
Members of the public will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback about draft Freeland development…
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Farm blooming with change
Whidbey Island residents no longer have to drive to Mount Vernon to get an “Instagram-worthy” photo in a…