WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: The Oak Harbor School Board unanimously adopted a $114.13 million budget for what is expected will be a financially challenging school year.
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SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: A South Whidbey road project that got swept under the rug is at last receiving some attention. Construction is expected to begin next year on the Edgecliff Drive Outfall Project, a partnership between Island County and the city of Langley.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: The Oak Harbor School District was recently awarded two sizable grants that would help move students out of portable classrooms into new buildings.
https://www.facebook.com/489977723571336/posts/526473899921718Bridging Divides, Building Solutions. A new kind of leadership for the 10th District. In these divisive times, it’s easy to forget what unites us. But I’ve seen firsthand how our shared values of community, mutual respect, and common purpose can transcend political divisions. These values aren’t Republican or Democrat –...
https://www.facebook.com/922761039657157/posts/953305549936039I visited the Skagit First Steps Center last week to learn more about emergency housing services in our community—and discuss ways to reduce homelessness. Thanks to Jonathan, Rebecca, and Betty for the informative tour and discussion.
https://www.facebook.com/122126248646301891/posts/122145590774301891If fireworks are as disruptive and annoying for you as they are for us, you’ll want to check out IslandCountyFireworks.com and consider signing their petition. I did. I miss the owls and eagles that used to occupy the park in my neighborhood that haven’t been back since July 4th. It’s...
https://www.facebook.com/489977723571336/posts/525677003334741Are you wondering if there is a place for you in our race for the State Senate? Yes there is!! As I was knocking on doors in Oak Harbor this week (yes, I know its raining but we have work to do!) I was invited into the home of a...
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Aug. 23, 2024.