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Resident injured in trailer home fire

A North Whidbey man suffered second and third degree burns when a fire partially burned his home.

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Oak Harbor’s new fire station breaks ground

Construction of the Oak Harbor Fire Department’s new fire station is only a few days away.

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New program helps adults in need maintain independence

Seniors and adults with disabilities will soon get some extra help in doing everyday tasks, for free

A screenshot of a deed record signed in 1938.

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Island Commissioner proposes atoning for racist property deeds

Melanie Bacon proposed the commissioners issue an apology on behalf of their predecessors.

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Collectibles store reignites childhood hobby

A shared passion for trading cards recently turned into a business for all sports aficionados.

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UW study reveals 955 racist housing restrictions in Island County

The findings partly explain the lack of diversity in many neighborhoods on Whidbey.

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Students protest ICE raids, Trump administration

The United Student Leaders organized the protest following a nationwide increase of ICE arrests.

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Coupeville Town Council ponders fireworks ban

The days Coupeville residents are allowed to discharge fireworks might drop from one to zero.

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Mussel tussle: Chefs to face off in annual festival

As spring awakens, many come out of their shells to enjoy some world-class mussels in Coupeville.

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School board opposes proposed sports gender amendment

Several WA school districts proposed to exclude trans athletes from participating in girls sports.

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School districts instructed to keep DEI policies

Concerns over a letter from the Department of Education were placated by the state superintendent.

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A lake on private property of forested wetlands in Freeland.

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Survey responses shape Comprehensive Plan update

Solutions include allowing RVs as temporary housing and requiring low-impact rules for development.

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Sales tax to improve emergency communications heads to ballot

The communication infrastructure and system is outdated and struggling to meet increasing demand.