Opinion
On the Rock, we walk, wander and garden while the sun shines
During sunshine, we are outdoors walking our trails, wandering our beaches and tending our gardens.
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In Our Opinion: Ships should follow same environmental rules as everyone else
Over the last year, giant hulking figures emitting low, intrusive rumbles have appeared in Holmes Harbor.
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In Our Opinion: It’s time for governor to put social distancing behind us
It’s time for the days of mandatory social distancing to come to an end and the summer of…
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Sound Off: Coverage of clear-cutting on island doesn’t tell complete story
Your recent article, “Despite how it may seem, clear-cutting not increasing,” lacks important context and is likely to…
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From the Editor: Press releases always welcome, but they are just the first step
People are a lot more savvy about how newspapers work than they used to be.
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Sound Off: This is a time to renew our pledge to remember the fallen
For many, Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer. The end of the school year and beginning of…
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In Our Opinion: Illegal or not, Coupeville school board actions troubling
As role models for students, school boards should strive to follow the letter as well as the spirit…
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In Our Opinion: With candidate filing week at hand, it’s time to run for office
The outcome of this year’s election could have a significant impact on local government on Whidbey Island for…
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In Our Opinion: Disputes unmask extent of misinformation, confusion about face coverings
Together with social distancing, donning a face covering is proven to be one of the most simple, low-tech…
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Sound Off: State’s military, economy rely on Super Hornet funding
Washington state is an important state for our country’s Armed Services and national security. It is home to…
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In Our Opinion: History of Whidbey Island law enforcement is one of reform
Whidbey Island residents are lucky to have the professionally run law enforcement agencies that protect and serve the…
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Sound Off: Climate on the agenda this year; carbon tax should be too
A few weeks into the new administration, the federal government is off to a roaring start on climate…