STANWOOD-CAMANO SCHOOL DISTRICT: After voters rejected the previous Capital Levy in 2022, the district consistently received feedback from voters who said maintaining a stable overall school tax rate (combining local bonds and levies) at a lower total rate than 2022 is a priority. We listened to that feedback.
DAVE PAUL: The 2026 legislative session begins today!
The Stanwood-Camano School District sent their weekly newsletter on Fri., Jan. 9, 2026, including information about their Feb. 2026 levy measure.
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Jan. 9, 2026.
BRYAN STUCKY: Thank you to the men and women—both in uniform and in support roles—who show up every day to keep us safe.
DAVE PAUL: There are several ways you can engage in the legislative process – whether you’re in Olympia or home in district.
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: Three new Langley councilmembers—Savannah Erickson, Dominique Emerson and Thomas Gill—prioritize affordable housing, financial sustainability, possible levy lid lift, fair mayor pay, walkability, environmental protection and open communication.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Coupeville’s insurer paid $285,000 to settle former clerk treasurer Jennifer Carpenter’s harassment and discrimination lawsuit against Mayor Molly Hughes, which was dismissed with prejudice; Hughes and the town admitted no wrongdoing.
