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ISLAND COUNTY: ‘Safer smoking kits’ program draws criticism, questions
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A couple of Whidbey leaders are criticizing an Island County program that provides “safer smoking kits” to drug users, though the future of the grant-funded practice remains undecided.
ISLAND COUNTY: Hazelo pleads ‘innocent’ to disturbing Elections Office
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: The former chairperson of the Island County Republican Party appeared in a courtroom Wednesday to answer criminal charges related to his refusal to wear a mask in the Elections Office.
ISLAND COUNTY: Commissioner proposes atoning for racist property deeds
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: After learning of the existence of racial restrictive covenants in the old records of 955 properties in Island County, Commissioner Melanie Bacon proposed the commissioners issue an apology on behalf of their predecessors who approved them.
ISLAND COUNTY: Public Health Impact Report now available (FB)
Over the past year, the Island County Public Health Department has demonstrated resilience and innovation, while working to enhance the health and well-being of our unique island communities. We are proud to present our annual impact report, highlighting achievements, ongoing efforts, and future goals. To see what we’ve been up...
ISLAND COUNTY: UW study reveals 955 racist housing restrictions in county
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Researchers have discovered the existence of 955 racial restricted properties in Island County. While these are no longer legally enforceable, they’re a reminder that Whidbey and the Pacific Northwest were not left untouched by segregation.
ISLAND COUNTY: A Message from Commissioner Bacon [Feb. 28, 2025]
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Feb. 28, 2025.
ISLAND COUNTY: The next Community Health Advisory Board (CHAB) Meeting will be held on March 7th, 2024 from 11AM – 1PM (FB)
The next Community Health Advisory Board (CHAB) Meeting will be held on March 7th, 2024 from 11AM – 1PM. The meeting will take place at the Bayview Cash Store (2nd Floor) 5603 Bayview Road, Langley WA 98260. You can also join us online here: https://zoom.us/meeting/tJAodeiorzIjE9Fsin-p1ujDOAcktyjLEub2/ics?icsToken=98tyKuCsqzkrGtWcuRCCRowIGYjod_TzmFhEj_p7jxbrTjACdwnSGcNBOaZmGvT1 CHAB meets on the first...
ISLAND COUNTY: Second election observer charged with felony over mask refusal
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Another former Republican Party official is facing a felony charge in connection with her refusal to abide by a mask mandate in the Island County Elections Office last fall.
ISLAND COUNTY: County to move forward with action against Clinton nuisance property
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County officials will try to use the court system to fix a longstanding problem with a nuisance house in Clinton.
ISLAND COUNTY: County considers sewer solutions in Freeland
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County officials are considering how best to serve a denser population in Freeland. But a lot of money has already been spent exploring ideas, including a sewer system, and there are no clear solutions in sight.