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County clerk retires but other family members come forward

Debra Van Pelt retired, but her husband and daughter seek county election positions.

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Lawsuit accuses Whidbey Telecom of disturbing Native remains

The tribe seeks declaratory and injunctive relief, including a mandatory injunction and damages.

Photos provided. Two local “census tracts” in Oak Harbor would likely qualify for designation under the new program. This tract extends from Pioneer to Seaplane Base.

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Council weighs federal program meant to promote economic growth

Oak Harbor city leaders weren’t fully sold on a proposed new version of Opportunity Zone designations

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Man badly injured in assault outside convenience store

The victim was knocked unconscious, but the suspect continued to beat him on the ground.

Photo by Marina Blatt. Coupeville Education Association Co-President Katja Willeford addressed a room filled with teachers and other staff, as well as students and parents. She warned that the cuts may fall disproportionately on employees working most closely with students.

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Coupeville School Board adopts $1.1 million in cuts

Teachers’ union rep warned cuts may fall disproportionately on employees working with students.

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Island Roots Housing plans to purchase an approximately eight-acre property in Coupeville.

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Nonprofit hopes to build affordable housing in Coupeville

County commissioners approved a $1 million contract to fund Island Roots Housing’s purchase of land.

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No GOP candidates for county-level positions yet

Registered voters can file for public office during candidate filing week May 4-8.

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Suspect back in jail after threats

A North Whidbey man was accused of threatening a roommate after firing a rifle .

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Neighbor rescues man from North Whidbey bluff

The man fell over a bluff on Sunday near Green Road.

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Charges dropped in child porn case

Case was dismissed without prejudice, which means they can be refiled later.

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County hires new emergency management department director

Justin Ross hit the ground running.

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Prosecutor appointed to state forensics board

On April 24, Gov. Bob Ferguson appointed Greg Banks to the Forensic Investigations Council.

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Armed man threatens roommate

A Whidbey man was charged with felony harassment and unlawful possession of a firearm.