WAIF copes with pet influx
Between May and June alone, the nonprofit’s intake has increased by 43%, exceeding capacity.
Molts decorate Whidbey beaches, not dead crabs
There hasn’t been a documented crab die-off, in fact, quite the opposite.
School Board approves 2024-25 budget with confidence
The board authorized the district to cut about $1.13 million and to spend up to $18.8 million.
Something old, something new at 99th fair
Sunlight poured down onto fairgoers in search of critters, fried foods, thrilling rides and more.
Penn cove closed to shellfish harvesting due to biotoxin
You might want to consider finding a new spot to harvest shellfish, at least temporarily.
County commissioner candidate’s actions, complaints at former job spurred an investigation
A 96-page report that looks into allegations made by Marie Shimada is making waves on Whidbey.
Why I Ride: Island Transit celebrates passion and community connection
The Island Transit rebranding event was more than just a celebration of a new look and feel; it was a…
Travis Anderson is Oak Harbor’s new fire chief. A teenager is accused of driving a stolen truck on North Whidbey, trying to elude police and stealing a tip…City hires new fire chief
A teenager is accused of driving a stolen truck on North Whidbey.
‘Wild Hearts’ roam free on South Whidbey: Events center offers rural living in style
If you’ve ever wanted to set up camp inside a tipi, one South Whidbey woman has you covered.
From Wall Street to Whidbey, Mutiny Bay Blues is a family affair
South Whidbey’s most-anticipated berries have begun to ripen.
- Two paws up: Massage, laser therapy not just for humans
- Dew-Dropping the old ways: South Whidbey hypnotist reframes reality with heightened suggestibility
- Building imagination: Children’s museum opens in Oak Harbor
- New mobile bar service rolls into town
- Oak Harbor business unites skating community
- Mushroom farm blooms on North Whidbey
Whidbey Island crabbing season hits a high-water mark
July marked the beginning of the recreational crabbing season surrounding the whole of Whidbey and, according to longtime crabbers, this…
Whidbey pickleball players have a lot to relish
It’s an exciting week for Whidbey pickleball players.
Why I Ride: Island Transit celebrates passion and community connection
Sno-Isle Library manager commutes to work, and advocates for libraries, using Island Transit
New WhidbeyHealth oncology team provides cancer care, close to home
Volunteers are essential to protecting the rights & wellbeing of Washingtonians living in long term care homes
Editor, Editor,Letter: Biden is good, decent, unlike Trump
Letter: Shimada is ‘fresh-face upstart we need’
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Whidbey has a toad-crossing zone
A low-key but important migration is happening on North Whidbey this month.
Veterans to receive recognition during fair
Vietnam War veterans will be recognized for their service at the Whidbey Island Fair this year.
Take a Breath: Oak Harbor’s grateful hand on the reins
BE KIND. The big block billboard letters sparkled on his chest, before the handshake, before I thanked him for meeting…
Sound Off: Whidbey Community Foundation celebrates connections
As a growing community foundation, Whidbey Community Foundation knows the value of connections.
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