Latest Headlines from Island County

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County Commissioners unanimously voted to add a proposition to the April 22 special election ballot that asks voters to support a 0.2% sales tax that would fund improvements to the county’s aging emergency communication systems and facilities.

On Monday February 24, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, the County will host an open house at the Clinton Community Hall to discuss the draft Clinton Subarea Plan.

Island County announced the release of their “digital budget book” on the county’s website.

Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Feb. 14, 2025.

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A showdown between leaders from Island County and the city of Oak Harbor over growth planning Tuesday had moments of drama but resulted in a general agreement.

SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: Campers will soon enjoy updated utilities at the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds in Langley.

Ferries are vital to local residents and our state’s economy. Thanks to the Fix Our Ferries Coalition and Island County Commissioner Janet St. Clair for traveling to Olympia to advocate for strengthening the ferry service and the rights of the crews.

Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Feb. 7, 2025.

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Starting next year, the days Coupeville residents are allowed to discharge fireworks might drop from one to zero.

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: The former chairperson of the Island County Republican Party is now facing a felony charge in connection with his refusal to wear a mask in the county Elections Office last fall.