“Overtime, family stress, travel, expensive housing, but healthy benefits all come into play when they decide whether to re-enlist, or try their luck with higher-paying civilian jobs.”
Vote takes effect before Initiative 695 becomes law
Oak Harbor couple serves up fresh turkey for holiday feasts
“Vote now, or go to a public vote later is the question for Monday’s board meeting in Oak Harbor”
Islanders come away with multiple impressions after encounters with both sides of the WTO protests
Seattle-area couple arrested after witnesses see them flee from Kits Cameras
Donors pitch in to help bury woman left alone
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“Second major storm hits Oak Harbor in less than a year, damaging its breakwater again. At the same time, rotting supports force a rebuild for D-dock’s roof.”
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“Lots of progress has been made, but a handful of stubborn issues could still send Island County’s long-suffering growth plan to court.”
$5.5 million building designed to house sailors being reassigned
