Latest Headlines from Island County

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Litigation and prosecution related to a mask mandate at the Island County Elections Office isn’t going away anytime soon.

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: All across Whidbey, food banks, pantries and other nonprofit organizations alleviating hunger must contend with increased demand for services coupled with a shortage of funding, food and support.

Memorandum from Prosecuting Attorney Greg Banks pertaining to the April 19, 2025, shots fired incident at Bayview.

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County Prosecutor Greg Banks determined that no charges will be filed against a man who fired shots across the street from an anti-Trump protest at Bayview on South Whidbey April 19.

The Island County Democrats sent their monthly newsletter on Mon., Apr. 29, 2024, including messages from Island County Commissioner Janet St. Clair, State Representatives Dave Paul and Clyde Shavers, and US Representative Rick Larsen.

STANWOOD CAMANO NEWS: Island County Commissioner Janet St. Clair hosted a virtual town hall Thursday, April 24, where local leaders warned that proposed federal cuts could threaten health, nutrition and human services for thousands of vulnerable residents.

JANET ST. CLAIR: Diversity, equity, and inclusion ensure all children belong, are supported, and thrive; Island County and the State affirm these educational values.

SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: A deputy who responded to reports of shooting near a protest in Bayview April 19 was able to determine that a nearby resident was shooting a shotgun into a dirt berm, according to his report.

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County commissioners are considering a total of four applications this year for a program that preserves and maintains lands of public interest.

Hoping to provide a little (albeit long-winded) clarification on Island County’s role in developing affordable housing.