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Island County nixes marijuana ban
It appeared that recreational marijuana would be banned in Island County for a brief period at Monday’s county…
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Island County looks to revive construction debris recycling
Island County is looking to revive a program that would recycle and repurpose debris from construction sites.
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First responders to fill Island County need for fire inspections
Fire districts will now perform fire inspections for Island County, a service that was provided infrequently following staffing…
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Clinton man loses claim for Whidbey property
A Clinton man who maintains he is the chief of a Native American tribe that owns all of…
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Island County reviews flood mitigation plan with FEMA
Property owners facing flood risk will be under the county’s microscope in the coming months. The Federal Emergency…
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Island County treasurer pushes supplement completion deadline
The Island County treasurer told county commissioners this month that the backlog of unprocessed property supplements will take…
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Rule change to allow Whidbey pot growers location flexibility
Marijuana growers and processors will not have to be located on a county road to be eligible for…
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Whidbey Camano Land Trust welcomes new conservation director
Ryan Elting is as excited about his new job as his new home. “I’m in love,” Elting said…
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Citizens of Ebey’s Reserve to present findings of D.C. trip
Top members of the Citizens of Ebey’s Reserve traveled to Washington D.C. last month to lobby against the…
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Glendale buy gets green light
Reversing a decision made last month, Island County commissioners moved forward Monday with grant applications to acquire beach…
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Whidbey organizations respond to growing need for food
Those struggling financially on the island can find a free meal or groceries almost every day of the…
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A Whidbey homeless shelter?
Those working closely with the island’s growing homeless population offer a resounding “yes” when asked if the island…
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‘Static’ homeless numbers remain a cause for concern in Island County
On the street, Ray Conger is known as “The Mailman.” Someone driving by the Safeway parking lot entrance…