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County board of health supports bill limiting exemptions for vaccinations

In response to the recent measles outbreak in Clark County, the Island County Board of Health is taking…

(Photo by Laura Guido/Whidbey News Group)                                Amber Truex, program manager at Ryan’s House for Youth, flips on the lights in a micro-home donated to the youth organization by the Oak Harbor High School robotics team.

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Big plans for tiny house

A recent donation to Ryan’s House for Youth proved too good an opportunity to pass up, even if…

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Commissioners question county’s fire regulations

A large expense in a county facilities project has sparked confusion among commissioners about Island County’s fire regulations.

Agency suggests more negotiations on Growlers

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Agency suggests more negotiations on Growlers

An independent federal agency is asking the Navy to continue working with the community and carry out long-term…

Program connects social worker with law enforcement

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Program connects social worker with law enforcement

Law enforcement officers aren’t social workers. But most days, they respond to multiple calls that have more to…

No clear solution to garbage, needles in homeless camp

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No clear solution to garbage, needles in homeless camp

Those going into an area on the island known as “the pit” are often told they should wear…

Program keeps needles off streets

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Program keeps needles off streets

If the county needle exchange program didn’t exist, there could have been more than 42,000 more used needles…

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Environmental group celebrates closed ‘loophole’ in regulations

A local environmental group is declaring victory against a prolific logger over county forestry regulations.

Two patients were transported to WhidbeyHealth Medical Center after a car rolled over on Engle Road Monday morning. Photo by Laura Guido/Whidbey News Group

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Snow and ice keep fire districts busy

Central and North Whidbey first responders stayed busy Monday morning as snow and ice descended upon Whidbey Island.…

A sweet pairing: Chocolate, wine tour celebrates Whidbey’s dynamic duo

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A sweet pairing: Chocolate, wine tour celebrates Whidbey’s dynamic duo

Whether in the spirit of love or for the love of spirits, the annual Red Wine and Chocolate…

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Housing shortage may be impacting enrollment

Some school officials are citing a lack of affordable housing for declining enrollment in the region, which is…

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Ferry Dock Road meeting set

Washington State Ferries will host a pre-construction meeting 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 6 at the Clinton Community…

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Gun-rights group planning Whidbey gathering

A controversial gun-rights group will be holding an open meeting Saturday at Greenbank Farm.