WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County’s commissioners will hold hearings on a proposed sales tax, budget, and fireworks ban. Key decisions hinge on filling deficits, funding disputes, and divided opinions on restrictions.
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WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: WhidbeyHealth’s 2026 budget projects surpluses, higher patient revenues, added healthcare services, and upgrades in phone and nurse call systems, with financial stability aided by strong Medicare revenue.
SOUTH WHIDBEY SCHOOL DISTRICT: Students finally got to explore their brand-new playground, thanks to our supportive South Whidbey community and the passing of the 2023 bond.
STANWOOD-CAMANO NEWS: Camano Island Fire & Rescue opened new living quarters at Mabana station, enabling overnight staffing, with a full rebuild planned by 2027, funded by a voter-approved levy.
JANET ST. CLAIR shared a post from Island Transit on Nov. 20, 2025.
DAVE PAUL: The award recognizes his work to make education and career pathways more accessible for students across the state.
CITY OF OAK HARBOR: Mayor Ronnie Wright discusses the new Chronic Nuisance Property Ordinance.
CITY OF OAK HARBOR: The Oak Harbor Police Community Advisory Board meeting discussed the new chronic nuisance and “stay out of designated area” ordinances, potential impacts on crime and public safety, community feedback, future recruitment, upcoming presentations, and the city’s new training facility.