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ISLAND COUNTY: ICD Membership Letter

Nov 12, 20253 min read
The Island County Democrats sent a membership drive email to newsletter subscribers on Wed., Nov. 12, 2025.
Whidbey News-Times

ISLAND COUNTY: Jail to serve cold breakfast to save money

Nov 12, 20252 min read
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: The Island County jail plans to switch to cold breakfasts amid rising costs, keeping hot lunch and dinner. Commissioners debated options, with concerns for inmate wellbeing and budget.
Whidbey News-Times

ISLAND COUNTY: Officials eye cheap options for car disposal

Nov 11, 20252 min read
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County faces a shortage of car recycling options on South Whidbey. Officials plan to address the problem in 2026, seeking affordable solutions for residents’ vehicle disposal.
Island County Commissioner Janet St. Clair (D-Camano Island)

ISLAND COUNTY / JANET ST. CLAIR: 911 Statewide Virtual Recruiting Event

Nov 8, 20251 min read
JANET ST. CLAIR shared an event on her Facebook page on Nov. 8, 2025.
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley)

ISLAND COUNTY: A Message from Commissioner Bacon [Nov. 7, 2025]

Nov 7, 20258 min read
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Nov. 7, 2025.
Whidbey News-Times

ISLAND COUNTY: Support for food orgs grows ahead of SNAP cuts

Nov 7, 20252 min read
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County granted $54,000 to food programs as SNAP benefits are cut by half, prompting local nonprofits and officials to expand emergency meal services and drive donations.
Whidbey News-Times

ISLAND COUNTY: Veteran services make a difference

Nov 7, 20252 min read
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County’s veteran programs achieve high claim success, deliver $5.1 million in benefits, and provide emergency aid, strengthening both veteran well-being and the local economy.
Whidbey News-Times

ISLAND COUNTY: Advisory vote on fireworks set for 2026 but city residents can’t take part

Nov 7, 20253 min read
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Island County will hold a 2026 advisory vote on banning consumer fireworks in unincorporated areas, dividing commissioners but supported by anti-fireworks groups citing safety and environmental concerns.
Island County

ISLAND COUNTY: Members sought for boards, committees

Nov 6, 20253 min read
ISLAND COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: The Board of Island County Commissioners is looking for citizens interested in filling positions on a variety of committees and boards.
Island County Commissioner Janet St. Clair (D-Camano Island)

ISLAND COUNTY / JANET ST. CLAIR: SAVE THE DATES: 2025 Policy Updates and Information

Nov 1, 20254 min read
JANET ST. CLAIR: I want to take a moment in the last couple of months of this year to draw your attention to significant policy and budgetary issues.