Latest Headlines from Island County

Island County is in the beginning stages of updating its comprehensive plan, a document that will serve as the centerpiece of local planning for the next decade.

Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon is speaking up about the dire need for better ferry service on Whidbey Island.

Island County Commissioner Janet St. Clair held a town hall meeting Thursday, Jan. 25, to share information about the county’s comprehensive plan. However, much of the meeting was taken over by questions about Springwood Forest School.

The Island County Democrats sent their monthly newsletter on Fri., Jan. 29, 2024, including messages from Janet St. Clair, Melanie Bacon, Dave Paul, Clyde Shavers, and Rick Larsen.

Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent a recap of the year to constituents on Fri., Jan. 26, 2024.

This week, the Board of Island County Commissioners adopted a resolution in a 2-1 vote banning consumer use of mortar fireworks in the county.

The Island County Republican Party sent out an invitation to their county convention, to be held on Feb. 10, 2024 in Oak Harbor

Island County Commissioner Jill Johnson (R-Oak Harbor) sent an announcement to constituents about the county’s Open Houses on the comprehensive plan.

Springwood Forest School on Camano Island opened its doors in January 2022. Just about two years later, the school is facing permanent closure unless an agreement is reached with Island County.

Wanda Grone (R-Langley), who’s running for Island County Commissioner, District 1, announced her campaign kickoff event to supporters on Thu., Jan. 25, 2024.