Opinion
In Our Opinion: With proper mitigation, classroom learning can be done safely
Oak Harbor Schools are bucking the trend across the island and the state by planning to continue with…
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Sound Off: Shopping small this holiday season needed more than ever
It’s no secret that the coronavirus pandemic has made a huge impact on how Washington retailers and restaurants…
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Sound Off | Negotiations with Navy over connecting to sewer have ceased
As Mayor of Oak Harbor, I appreciate the partnership the city has with Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.…
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Wise Drive: Phone usage while driving increases crash risk
Q:What’s the deal with people who wear a mask when they’re driving by themselves in a car, but…
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Sound Off | Won’t be seeking second term: You too can make a difference through public service
I was born in Jamaica 84 years ago and grew up in Costa Rica, was raised by white…
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In Our Opinion: Council doesn’t need AI software to tell them people are ticked
People are mad at the Oak Harbor City Council for wasting money on the sewage treatment plant, which…
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In Our Opinion: In an imperfect world, sex ed arms children with knowledge
The campaign against a state Senate Bill that would require comprehensive sexual education in schools is a disturbing…
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In Our Opinion: Elect Larsen to another term in the U.S. House of Representatives
Taking on a popular, 20-year veteran congressman isn’t an easy task, but Oak Harbor resident Tim Hazelo should…
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Molten Rock: A day without connectivity on Whidbey
I arose at my usual 6:30 a.m. on Monday Oct. 12, pulled up the shades, made the coffee…
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In Our Opinion: Cliff would continue tradition of thoughtful judiciary
It speaks volumes that the retiring Island County superior court judges, the district court judge and a healthy…
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In Our Opinion: Johnson, Bacon have right chops for county government
Our endorsements for Island County commissioner races.
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In Our Opinion: Price Johnson, Gilday, Paul are right for the 10th District
Political eyes across the state are focused on the 10th Legislative District, where a Senate and two House…
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Editorial: Government functions better when you provide the facts
What we’ve got here is a failure to communicate.