Shelton-Mason County Journal - Dedicated to the citizens of Mason County, Washington since 1886

Mason County is considering providing direct health care services to the community through the county Community Services and Public Health departments.

The idea was discussed during the July 25 Board of Health meeting. County Health Officer Dr. Keri Gardner talked to the board about the idea, stating she and Director of Community Services Dave Windom have talked about the idea. Gardner said it would fill some gaps in the community’s

public health needs.

Gardner said the idea is still in the planning stage and the public health department has applied for a state grant that would fund th...