Latest Headlines from Island County

Island County District Court Judge Bill Hawkins announced this week that he plans to retire. His resignation is effective May 31.

Despite some hitches in communication, the city of Oak Harbor is seemingly on track to receive funding from the Conservation Futures Program to protect a waterfront property from development.

The Parabellum podcast, hosted by Richard MacQuarrie, interviewed City of Langley Finance Director Wanda Grone on Mar. 7, 2024. Mrs. Grone is a candidate for Island County Commissioner, District 1.

Steven Myres (R-Freeland) announced his campaign for Island County Commissioner on Thu., Mar. 7, 2024.

Island County Commissioner Janet St. Clair (D-Camano Island) sent an email to constituents on Mar. 7, 2024 with information about a request for public input from Island County Public Works.

With the Monday, March 4 announcement by Judge William Hawkins that he will retire on May 31, 2024, the process for filling the Island County District Court vacancy is underway.

A fourth candidate has emerged for the District 1 seat on the Island County Board of Commissioners. Steven Myres, a longtime South Whidbey resident, announced his intention to run as a Republican.

Island County Commissioner Janet St. Clair (D-Camano Island) sent an email to constituents on Mar. 5, 2024 with information about “ongoing opportunities to participate in the Comprehensive Plan process.”

Despite some concerns about weather, construction is set to begin on a portion of Penn Cove Road that will soon close to the public.

Melanie Bacon (D-Langley), running for re-election as the Island County Commissioner for District 1, sent an invitation to her campaign kickoff to supporters. The event will be held on Sun. Mar. 10, 2024.