Bill would give Department of Ecology ability to collect, set fees for water rights applications and raise fees at will
The House of Representatives passed a bill adding more costs to those who apply for water rights with the state. Rep. Norma Smith, R-Clinton, voted against the bill due to an amendment attached to the legislation on the House floor.
Senate Bill 6267 as passed the Senate ...
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Some have called ‘Other Moves’ one of Whidbey’s best contemporary dance shows. Amidst the classical beauty of Ballet and the Nutcracker there also lives the vibrating energy of modernity and the cutting edge of the new…the now!
‘Other Moves’ has been a dance in-crowd Spring secret of sorts for many years squeezed into an Island Dance studio ...
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House Bill 2603 would give employers two-day grace period to comply with agency rules, regulations without fine
After a lot of back and forth with state agencies and stakeholders, House Bill 2603, sponsored by Rep. Norma Smith, passed the Senate and will have only one more hurdle before heading to the governor’s desk.
“Our small employers, that we all frequent in our communities, try to do the ...
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10th District lawmaker is assistant ranking Republican on House Ways and Means Committee
The following is a statement from Rep. Barbara Bailey, R-Oak Harbor, on today’s passage of the House Democrats’ supplemental operating budget. The 10th District lawmaker voted “no” on Senate Bill 6444.
“This budget is asking more financially from families and individuals who are already struggling in these tough times, while making no meaningful reforms ...
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March 6 – March 31, 2010
Brackenwood Gallery in Langley, WA, proudly presents “Color for the Eye and Hand” with featured artists Earl Olsen and Cheryl Kamera. Earl Olsen is a well-known professional photographer whose images capture the beauty in the “unseen”. Earl’s award winning photographs are finely crafted works of art that find beauty in the ...
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Auditions for the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical "Cinderella" will be held, Saturday March 27 at 1 pm, 5 pm for children ages 10+, and Sunday, March 28, at 7 pm. at the Whidbey Playhouse, 730 S.E. Midway Blvd in Oak Harbor.
Principal parts are available for six women and two men, and featured parts for three men. There is a large singing-dancing ensemble. Requirements for auditions ...
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Looking for a Volunteer Opportunity?
HOPE Therapeutic Riding Center is hosting volunteer training for its Spring Session.
We have LOTS of new students for Spring and need LOTS more volunteers. Anyone who interested is welcome. There is no need for horse experience; all we ask is that you help our riders discover their abilities.
Trainings will be held on Saturday March 6, 2010 at the Leisher Arena in ...
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Country Western Two Step is coming to Dan's Classic Ballroom March 10th, at 8 p.m. Dancing isn't always the Foxtrot or Cha Cha (and other normal ballroom dances). Charlie Moore will teach the Basic Country Western two-step. Cost is $40 per person or $60 per couple. Call Dan at (360) 682-6194 if you'd like more info.
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This is a chance to see spring first hand from the water. Join us for your front row seat on the Salish Sea as spring emerges. Learn the natural history of our region and welcome the returning plants and animals as they arrive. Students supply kayaks and equipment and come with basic paddling skills. Cost for this course is $159 and will meet on Wednesdays, ...
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Amy's Touch and Dan's Classic Ballroom are hosting a Spring/Prom/Easter Fashion show and extravaganza on March 20th, at Dan's Classic Ballroom. We are looking for local businesses that would like booth space to showcase their wares. We want to promote a Don't GO, Shop OH for your spring fashion and prom. We are looking for hair, makeup, jewelry, fashion, and flowers and dining. Bring the ...
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