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$25.8 billion transportation plan hikes gas tax 18 cents
Washington drivers will pay an extra 18 cents per gallon in gas taxes if a new 16-year, $25.8…
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Officials decry COVID-19 reopening inequity
People are frustrated that Island County is still in Phase 1 while other counties moved to Phase 2.
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Zencity says Oak Harbor public opinion mostly positive
The $15,000 software is meant to help the city make more informed decisions.
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South Whidbey School District to delay return of students
Superintendent Jo Moccia made the call Monday not to allow the return of first graders on Feb. 8.
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Navy’s anti-terrorism force protection exercise started this week
NAS Whidbey Island, Indian Island, Naval Station Everett and Naval Base Kitsap will be involved.
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Oak Harbor lists legislative priorities
The Oak Harbor City Council voted in favor of a draft of the city’s legislative agenda brought to…
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Homeless Coalition shelter project moving forward
Whidbey Homeless Coalition has plans to turn a former church into a 35-bed shelter.
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Island County not immune to staggering demand for COVID-19 vaccine
WhidbeyHealth canceled 12,000 vaccine appointments this past week.
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Oak Harbor schools levy would continue funding for nurses
“We have a lot of kids who are medically fragile,” said one school nurse.
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Man arrested at Oak Harbor post office
A man reportedly pulled a gun on someone during an argument that started at Rite Aid.
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Derelict boat hauled away from Coupeville dock
The Platypus gained nationwide interest, but it has been hauled away for salvage and destruction.
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Commission approves Navy’s 5-year plan for SEAL training in state parks
The proposal drew both criticism and support from Whidbey Island residents.
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Lawmakers push competing COVID-19 packages
Relief for renters, schools, public health agencies and small businesses is rushing through the state Legislature, with the…