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Council considers changes to emergency management plan
The last version of the city’s plan was adopted in 2019 and it’s due to expire.
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Oak Harbor’s Flintstone car to be nominated for National Historic Register
The sculpture, based on the ‘93 Canopysaurus Flintmobile, is a strong candidate for nomination.
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Future of AI bills uncertain
A second attempt to pass laws that would regulate artificial intelligence stalled at the legislature
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Design discussed for aquatic recreation center
Plans for the interior of a proposed aquatic facility are starting to take shape and color.
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Council mulls another business and occupation tax option
This fourth choice would affect an estimated 59 businesses.
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Fire department hopes to provide paramedic services
OHFD is hoping to beef up its capabilities by offering paramedic services rather than EMS only.
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Judge grills attorneys over mask mandate injunction
The visiting judge expressed irritation and admonished attorneys during a hearing Tuesday morning.
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Hillside project deadline extended
A developer was granted a two-year extension of an agreement related to a large housing development.
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Residents injured in fire that destroyed buildings, truck
Two people suffered smoke inhalation and were transported to the hospital Wednesday evening.
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Oak Harbor man accused of kidnapping, attempted murder
Joshua Castro appeared in Skagit County Superior Court Monday after being held on $1 million bail.
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Oak Harbor to keep south parking lot, flagstaff unchanged in Flintstone Park
The reconfiguration of Flintstone Park has garnered a lot of discussion and strong feelings.
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County to adopt drone policy
The commissioners discussed a draft of the policy during a workshop meeting earlier this month.
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Impact of loss of Department of Education unclear on Whidbey
WA legislators must prepare to invest more in public education, the state superintendent said.