HOA policy hinders removal of unsafe trees

Getting approval to remove a tree which damaged a home took two months for a North Whidbey resident.

By Allyson Ballard • February 20, 2026 1:30 am
Drones could bolster fire department responses

Drones could help North Whidbey Fire and Rescue respond to search and rescue calls.

By Allyson Ballard • February 20, 2026 1:30 am
Hospital board picks four finalists

The board received a total of six nominees for the seat.

By Jessie Stensland • February 20, 2026 1:30 am
Murder mystery tees off at WICA

The Whidbey Island Center for the Arts is bringing a classic murder mystery to audiences.

By Kira Erickson • February 20, 2026 1:30 am
Man charged in peculiar car chase

Charges include trying to elude a pursuing police vehicle, criminal trespass and malicious mischief.

By Jessie Stensland • February 20, 2026 1:30 am
From printing services and computer and Wi-Fi access to free community resources for crafting, language learning and skill-building, Sno-Isle Libraries offer something for everyone. Photo credit: Snohomish Library. Sponsored
Rediscovering the quiet joy of our public libraries

Books are just the tip of the iceberg, explore how libraries are supporting communities

By Sno-Isle Regional Library • February 16, 2026 6:00 am



Oak Harbor gets new internet option

Whidbey Online serves Oak Harbor now and hopes to expand throughout the island in the future.

By Allyson Ballard • February 20, 2026 1:30 am
Counting the hours

A Freeland business sells timepieces that track the sun’s movement, display the moon phases and more.

By Kira Erickson • February 20, 2026 1:30 am



From printing services and computer and Wi-Fi access to free community resources for crafting, language learning and skill-building, Sno-Isle Libraries offer something for everyone. Photo credit: Snohomish Library. Sponsored
February 16, 2026 6:00 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