WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: The Island County jail plans to switch to cold breakfasts amid rising costs, keeping hot lunch and dinner. Commissioners debated options, with concerns for inmate wellbeing and budget.
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The Stanwood-Camano School District posted this on its website on 2025-11-11 16:00:00. As the community prepares to consider the district’s Safety and Infrastructure Levy on February 10, the district encourages every homeowner to learn about an important program that could significantly reduce or eliminate the amount paid in school and...
The Stanwood-Camano School District posted this on its website on 2025-11-11 16:00:00. Island County’s Healthy Island Youth Initiative (HIYI) offers scholarships to help families cover the cost of organized youth activities. The program is open to all Island County residents up to age 19 who qualify for Free or Reduced-Price...
CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Oak Harbor Marina Commission discussed dredging delays, safety map updates, pumpout services, facility upgrades, membership bylaw changes, and upcoming projects, with ongoing government shutdown impacting major progress.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: William Walker profiles State Representative Dave Paul (D-Oak Harbor) in his November “Take a Breath” column.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County faces a shortage of car recycling options on South Whidbey. Officials plan to address the problem in 2026, seeking affordable solutions for residents’ vehicle disposal.
CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Commission reviewed Scenic Heights Trail maintenance, bike speed safety, and pickleball court conversions; debate focused on balancing facility improvements, costs, sport needs, and future expansion in Oak Harbor.
SOUTH WHIDBEY SCHOOL DISTRICT: Congratulations to our volunteer school board directors. You make a difference!