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Whidbey General Hospital celebrates 45th anniversary, ‘Neighbors caring’
Whidbey General Hospital is 45 years old. Staff gathered in front of the entrance March 25 to take…
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Land Trust eyes Monroe Landing for preservation
The scenic acreage that surrounds Monroe Landing has been a home and refuge to many. Initially one of…
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Winery, rural event center regulations ferment into hot button issue
Allowing wineries to become rural event centers has become a heated discussion among commissioners and South Whidbey residents…
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Whidbey General Hospital expansion plan revealed
Saving old growth trees while still maximizing parking was one of the top concerns about Whidbey General Hospital’s…
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Commissioners wrangle approach to Island County comp plan
The Island County commissioners don’t always agree on how to approach the comprehensive plan update due next year,…
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New Whidbey General Hospital CEO contract signed
Whidbey General Hospital’s new CEO will assume her duties April 20. Geri Forbes, currently an employee of Doctor’s…
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Island County sales tax revenues slow
Early estimates show that the county’s sales tax revenues are down from last year despite more optimistic projections.
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Island County declines six-issue settlement with WEAN
Whidbey Environmental Action Network renewed legal action this past Thursday after Island County commissioners passed this week on…
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County tries new avenues for septic compliance
Getting people to inspect their septic systems has been an ongoing battle for Island County.
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Island County prioritizes beach access
Beach access advocates have something to celebrate. Island County has earmarked $175,000 to identify the county’s many beach…
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Island County to adopt “Band-Aid” critical areas ordinance
County commissioners are planning to adopt a short-term critical areas ordinance to meet a court-ordered deadline.
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Record number of swans winter on North Whidbey
The cacophony of honks rising from Dugualla Bay Farm is evidence that more trumpeter swans are wintering this…
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Small counties fight for voice in state health integration
As the state combines mental health and chemical dependency services, small counties like Island County are doing some…