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Donations to candidates show trends

Candidates for the 10th Legislative District have received over $600,000 in campaign contributions.

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Something smells ‘human’ | Island Scanner

Wednesday, July 20

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Man guilty of stealing from cars

An Oak Harbor man originally accused of leading organized crime was sentenced to prison this week.

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Court of Appeals denies Oak Harbor murderer’s petition

The state Court of Appeals dismissed a petition filed by the man who killed Adam Garcia.

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Human Services spent $18M on COVID help

Human Services officials led a comprehensive presentation about the department’s efforts.

The city of Oak Harbor placed a notice on the corner of Tate Route 20 and Barrington Drive. (Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times)

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Sonic, car wash planned for long vacant lot

A large vacant lot in Oak Harbor may soon be filled with two new businesses.

Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times

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‘Wizards’ have magical homecoming

Twelve aircrews and six jets were welcomed back to NAS Whidbey on the afternoon of Aug. 9.

A gray whale has lingered around Possession Sound in July 2022. (Sara Montour Lewis / Our Wild Puget Sound)

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Scientists: Gray whale spotted at Mukilteo waterfront was a newcomer

The whale has lingered around Possession Sound. It’s unclear if it will join a group of regular visitors…

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Late Whidbey firefighter honored

A North Whidbey firefighter will be honored at Washington State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service

773 Fort Ebey Rd in Coupeville sold for $1,080,000 on Aug. 1. (Photo provided by Windermere Real Estate)

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Island County housing market slowing down

The median price of homes sold in Island County dipped slightly in July, a first in years.

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Proposed gender policy sparks debate

Several Oak Harbor parents voiced their opinions on a proposed policy revision.

Jose Altamirano Valdez

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Alleged rapist wanted on $50K warrant

An Oak Harbor man accused of raping three people is wanted on a $50,000 arrest warrant.

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Veteran Resource Center gets grant

Astound Broadband Powered by Wave this week donated a total of $65,000 to two local area nonprofits.