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Ballots will arrive on or about Jan. 23, 2026. Election Day is Feb. 10, 2026.
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STANWOOD-CAMANO SCHOOL DISTRICT: There are ballot drop boxes on Camano at the Island County Admin building, in Stanwood near the library, and in Silvana near near Peace Lutheran Church.
Continue Reading CAMANO: Ballot drop boxes in Camano, Stanwood
CAMANO ISLAND FIRE AND RESCUE DISTRICT posted an infographic about calls to which the district responded in the 4th quarter of 2025.
STANWOOD-CAMANO SCHOOL DISTRICT: The Stanwood-Camano School Board presented a Shining Star award and heard several reports during its regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026.
Continue Reading CAMANO: School board honors Shining Stars, hears district reports
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Council members approved lower speed limits on a highway segment to match state safety plans, despite a local resident’s objections; supporters argued the stricter limits target chronic speeders and improve safety.
Continue Reading OAK HARBOR: City adopts speed zone reductions
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Whidbey officials, alarmed by recent ICE violence, debated how to protect residents, ultimately urging cautious compliance during encounters while stressing legal recourse, documentation, and the limits on local law enforcement.
CITY OF OAK HARBOR: The City Council’s Jan. 27 workshop featured re-appointments of volunteers to several of the City’s boards and advisory commissions, and discussion of a new ordinance adding a section on nepotism to the municipal code.
Continue Reading OAK HARBOR: Jan. 27, 2026 City Council workshop [VIDEO]
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Whidbey officials, alarmed by recent ICE violence, debated how to protect residents, ultimately urging cautious compliance during encounters while stressing legal recourse, documentation, and the limits on local law enforcement.
The Town of Coupeville publishes a newsletter six times a year.
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: On Feb. 10, Coupeville residents vote on renewing two school levies that fund programs and facilities, facing criticism over rising costs but strong support from district leaders and advocates.
Continue Reading COUPEVILLE: School levies on the Feb. 10 ballot
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Whidbey officials, alarmed by recent ICE violence, debated how to protect residents, ultimately urging cautious compliance during encounters while stressing legal recourse, documentation, and the limits on local law enforcement.
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: Vandalism and rising maintenance costs prompted Langley to cut hours at downtown public restrooms, sparking council concern over access while officials point to limited staffing and a few alternative facilities.
Continue Reading LANGLEY: Vandalism limits public restroom access
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: WhidbeyHealth’s board hastily fired, then reinstated CEO Nathan Staggs amid staff uproar, financial disputes, alleged retaliation by Commissioner James Golder, outside HealthTech involvement and possible open-meetings violations.
Continue Reading WHIDBEYHEALTH: Hospital board fires CEO, reverses decision during dramatic meeting
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Feb. 6, 2026.
Continue Reading ISLAND COUNTY: A Message from Commissioner Bacon [Feb. 6, 2026]
Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon (D-Langley) sent her weekly recap to constituents on Fri., Jan. 30, 2026.
Continue Reading ISLAND COUNTY: A Message from Commissioner Bacon [Jan. 30, 2026]
WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: Whidbey officials, alarmed by recent ICE violence, debated how to protect residents, ultimately urging cautious compliance during encounters while stressing legal recourse, documentation, and the limits on local law enforcement.
The following is a list of bills proposed in the 2025-26 legislative session for which Sen. Ron Muzzall is the prime sponsor.
Continue Reading LEGISLATURE 2025-26: Bills Sponsored by Sen. Ron Muzzall
The following is a list of bills proposed in the 2025-26 legislative session for which Rep. Clyde Shavers is the prime sponsor.
Continue Reading LEGISLATURE 2025-26: Bills Sponsored by Rep. Clyde Shavers
The following is a list of bills proposed in the 2025-26 legislative session for which Rep. Dave Paul is the prime sponsor.
Continue Reading LEGISLATURE 2025-26: Bills Sponsored by Rep. Dave Paul
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