Photographer focuses on community

A retired cardiologist will have a solo exhibit through February at the Frank Rose Gallery.

By Marina Blatt • February 3, 2026 1:30 am


Bainbridge Island author pens tale about Sounders

Author Nora Nickum visited Whidbey a couple years ago to spot the majestic gray whales.

By Kira Erickson • February 3, 2026 1:30 am
Hello, moon: Celebrate the Lunar New Year

Dragons, dumplings and more will be offered at a free program open to the public on Saturday.

February 3, 2026 1:30 am
Fanbulance spreads Seahawk spirit

North Whidbey resident Robert Brown is an owner of what he called the “ultimate tailgating rig.”

By Allyson Ballard • February 3, 2026 1:30 am
Good Cheer names Jonathan Kline as new executive director

Good Cheer’s new executive director is a familiar face in the South Whidbey community.

By Kira Erickson • February 3, 2026 1:30 am
Wildcats flag football state-bound

Oak Harbor continued an already impressive inaugural season punching its ticket to state on Saturday

By Allyson Ballard • February 3, 2026 1:30 am
Vehicular homicide suspect sentenced

Wilson pleaded guilty in Island County Superior Court to vehicular homicide and vehicular assault.

By Jessie Stensland • February 3, 2026 1:30 am






From left: Orin Kolaitis - CEO, Scott Givens – Chief Program Officer, Mayor Ronnie Wright – Oak Harbor at a home dedication. Photo courtesy Habitat for Humanity of Island County Sponsored
December 15, 2025 6:00 am
Store employees, volunteers and interns at the Habitat for Humanity of Island County’s Oak Harbor store. Photo courtesy Habitat for Humanity of Island County Sponsored
December 8, 2025 6:00 am
Habit for Humanity volunteers are dedicated and hardworking when it comes to helping with a new builds in Island County. Photo courtesy Habitat for Humanity of Island County. Sponsored
December 1, 2025 6:00 am
Realtor Rachel Bennett helps clients find more than houses – she helps them find belonging, connection and community on beautiful Whidbey Island. Sponsored
November 3, 2025 12:10 pm