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Island County won’t apply for grant for algae control for Lone Lake

Commissioners favor invasive species treatment in lakes.

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Coupeville man challenges language in ballot title

A former candidate for the Coupeville School Board is challenging the language for a school levy ballot measure…

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Ghost boat blocks ferry landing

A 100-foot, crewless “ghost boat” appeared in front of the Mukilteo terminal early Thursday morning.

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The Mount Vernon Police Department issued a warning on its Facebook Wednesday, warning residents to avoid flooded roadways and practice "turn around, don't drown".

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Whidbey Island spared from historic flooding

The atmospheric rivers that caused the persistent precipitation spared Island County.

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An EA-18G Growler with jamming pods flies over Whidbey Island.

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Growlers from Whidbey part of buildup near Venezuela

The buildup is part of the escalation of action against Venezuela dictator Nicolas Maduro.

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All hands on deck: Whidbey’s boat builders start recruitment drive

The Whidbey-based company is moving ahead with plans to double its production staff by mid-2026.

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Rent to increase for fairgrounds tenants

Rents are going up for tenants who lease commercial space at the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds.

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Coupeville Town Council slows property agreement discussions

Modifications to the decades-old memorandum of agreement may not come until late 2026.

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A newt swims in one of the ponds

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Don’t tread on newts that are on the move

In fact, it’s the tail end of the migration of juvenile newts from the ponds to woodland areas.

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Edmundo Corrales was a beloved teacher in Anacortes.

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Memorial planned for beloved teacher, Mr. Corrales

Edmundo Corrales was killed in a four-car accident on Highway 20 near Deception Pass.

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Community rallies after car smashes Freeland business

Noel Nic’Fergusson was standing behind the register in Wild Birds Unlimited when the Subaru entered.

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South Whidbey at Home expands service area to support more older adults

The membership-based nonprofit connects volunteers with older adults who want to age in place.

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Bacon pans fellow Island County commissioners for in-fighting

She did not support either Commissioner Janet St. Clair or Jill Johnson as the 2026 chairperson.