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News from November 2020

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Gov. Inslee announced boost in financial support for businesses and families hurt by pandemic

By Solange DeLisle | Nov 30, 2020

Additional financial support will soon be available for Washington businesses and families struggling as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Stations with the cheapest diesel gas in Friday Harbor for the week of November 16-22

By Washington Isle News | Nov 30, 2020

The Shell at 420 Argyle Ave. is selling the cheapest diesel gasoline in Friday Harbor for the week of November 16-22, according to GasBuddy.com.

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EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY: Green-Thumbed Honors Program Eagles Give Back, Work to Feed Local Community

By Press release submission | Nov 29, 2020

About 35 students in Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Honors Program have worked all year long to feed people experiencing hunger and disenfranchisement throughout the local community, through a partnership with Derbyshire Place, a nonprofit near the Daytona Beach Campus.

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COLUMBIA COLLEGE - WHIDBEY ISLAND: Alumnus Hawkins' Work Inspires Gratitude in Pandemic

By Press release submission | Nov 29, 2020

The fine-art photography of 1987 Columbia College alumnus Notley Hawkins (@notleyhawkins) evokes gratitude in any year. His lens captures the wide-open spaces and wild soul of the Midwest — as well as its sculpted architecture.

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WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY: Insider will return Nov. 30

By Press release submission | Nov 29, 2020

Enjoy the Thanksgiving break and remember to follow public health guidelines in celebrating responsibly during the global pandemic.

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CITY OF OAK HARBOR: November 25, 2020: Mayor's Snapshot eNews

By Press release submission | Nov 29, 2020

The recent edition of the Mayor's Snapshot is available online and provides information about:

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EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY: Employee Spotlight: Pandemic Puts This Problem Solver’s Skills to the Test

By Press release submission | Nov 29, 2020

After nearly 23 years with Embry-Riddle, where she has held a variety of roles — first in IT, and now as head of institutional efficiency — Cindy Bixler received her most challenging assignment ever: Develop a Covid-19 testing strategy to help keep the university community as safe as possible.

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Stations with the cheapest regular gas in Friday Harbor for the week of November 16-22

By Washington Isle News | Nov 29, 2020

The Shell at 315 Carter Ave. is selling the cheapest regular gasoline in Friday Harbor for the week of November 16-22, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Washington Isle News area weekly mass times

By Washington Isle News | Nov 28, 2020

The following parishes in the Washington Isle News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Stations with the cheapest regular gas in Eastsound for the week of November 16-22

By Washington Isle News | Nov 28, 2020

The Chevron at 837 Crescent Beach Drive is selling the cheapest regular gasoline in Eastsound for the week of November 16-22, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Stations with the cheapest regular gas in Coupeville for the week of November 16-22

By Washington Isle News | Nov 27, 2020

The Mobil at 1 S. Main St. is selling the cheapest regular gasoline in Coupeville for the week of November 16-22, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Stations with the cheapest regular gas in Camano Island for the week of November 16-22

By Washington Isle News | Nov 27, 2020

The Chevron at 390 N.E. Camano Drive is selling the cheapest regular gasoline in Camano Island for the week of November 16-22, according to GasBuddy.com.

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WSU Extension to offer virtual horticulture training program

By Kyla Asbury | Nov 27, 2020

Washington State University's (WSU) San Juan County Extension Office is offering home horticulture training through its Home Horticulture Training program, according to the Islands' Weekly.

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South Whidbey School District lays out new plan for in-person learning

By Kyla Asbury | Nov 24, 2020

The South Whidbey School District wants to bring 150 students back to school for in-person learning and has laid out a plan to do so, according to the Whidbey News-Times.

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EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY: Spirit Airlines CEO to Students: Three Steps to Success

By Press release submission | Nov 22, 2020

Learn the business, find a mentor and, anytime there’s work to do, volunteer. Such was the advice given to Embry-Riddle students aspiring to work in the aviation industry by Ted Christie, president and CEO at Spirit Airlines, in the final Aviation Outlook webinar event of 2020.

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COLUMBIA COLLEGE - WHIDBEY ISLAND: College's Commitment to Honor Veterans Remains Through Pandemic

By Press release submission | Nov 22, 2020

Although COVID-19 has prevented normal celebration of the college’s traditions, they nevertheless carry on. Last week, during the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the college presented a virtual Veterans Day celebration via its livestream platform. [It is also embedded in full below.]

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CITY OF OAK HARBOR: High Wind Warning for Tuesday, November 17, 2020 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

By Press release submission | Nov 22, 2020

A high wind warning has been issued between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. Oak Harbor is expecting southerly winds of 30 to 40 MPH with gusts up to 60 MPH. The strongest winds are expected near the water.

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WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY: Guidance for holiday celebrations

By Press release submission | Nov 22, 2020

With the holiday season approaching, Washington State University encourages all members of its communities to follow state guidance aimed at protecting public health.

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WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY: Woodring College of Education to hold peer-to-peer advising session Nov. 18

By Press release submission | Nov 22, 2020

The Woodring College of Education will hold a peer-to-peer advising session for any students interested in teaching Elementary or Special Education on Wednesday, Nov 18 from 1-3 p.m.; Zoom info is on image at right.

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San Juan County says moratorium on marijuana production, processing to lift

By Elle Johnson | Nov 18, 2020

After a year and a half, the moratorium will be lifted for marijuana production in Washington State.