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    Articles by Emily Gilbert
    Letter claims students being ‘indoctrinated’
    Letter claims students being ‘indoctrinated’
    By Emily Gilbert • February 16, 2021 4:00 pm

    Eighty people signed a letter to the Oak Harbor school board detailing their concerns.

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    Oak Harbor school enrollment expected to decline next year
    Oak Harbor school enrollment expected to decline next...
    By Emily Gilbert • February 16, 2021 4:00 pm

    Enrollment had been climbing steadily the previous eight years but is expected to drop next year.

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    Germaine Kornegay, left, and Allenda Jenkins star in Whidbey Playhouse’s virtual production of ‘Having our Say: The Delany sisters’ first 100 years’ available to view online on Feb. 26-27. Photo by Emily Gilbert/Whidbey News-Times
    ‘Having our Say’ brings history to life through...
    By Emily Gilbert • February 16, 2021 4:00 pm

    Whidbey Playhouse’s virtual production can be viewed online Feb. 26-27.

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    Arts Commission talks sculpture backlash, potential for windmill
    By Emily Gilbert • February 12, 2021 3:30 pm

    People were divided on proposed 37-foot-tall sculpture.

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    After her story went viral, April DiDonna was honored as a HOWL’s Hero by an organization that writes children’s books about organ donation. Photo provided
    Oak Harbor woman now known worldwide for saying...
    By Emily Gilbert • February 12, 2021 3:30 pm

    After the News-Times interveiwed her, April DiDonna’s story has gone around the world.

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    Summit Assistance Dogs breeds and trains dogs to become mobility service dogs. Each litter is named with a specific letter — the most recent litter includes Nelson, Nugget, Neela and Nali. Three of the puppies are seen here with founder Sue Meinzinger. Photo by Emily Gilbert/Whidbey News-Times
    Dog training campus being built on North Whidbey
    By Emily Gilbert • February 9, 2021 1:30 pm

    Facility will train mobility service dogs for people who need them

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    An artist’s rendering of “Angel de la Creatividad” by Mexico City artist Sebastián shows the 37-foot-tall metal sculpture in its proposed location in Windjammer Park. The city is considering accepting the gift from a late public art supporter’s estate. Rendering provided
    Artwork considered for Oak Harbor park
    By Emily Gilbert • February 9, 2021 1:30 pm

    A 37-foot-tall metal sculpture may go to Windjammer Park although some are skeptical of the gift.

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    Oak Harbor schools levy passing in first vote counts
    Oak Harbor schools levy passing in first vote...
    By Emily Gilbert • February 9, 2021 1:30 pm

    Voters approved the levy with 53.74% voting yes, while 46.26% voted no, according to initial counts.

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    The woman inside the unicorn suit says she dons the outfit just to bring people a smile. Photo by Emily Gilbert/Whidbey News-Times
    Big pink unicorn follows in chicken’s footsteps
    By Emily Gilbert • February 5, 2021 2:30 pm

    Whidbey Island is home to all sorts of characters – including inflatable ones.

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    Middle, high school students return next week
    Middle, high school students return next week
    By Emily Gilbert • February 5, 2021 2:30 pm

    Three people at Olympic View Elementary test positive for virus

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    Photo by Emily Gilbert/Whidbey News-Times A new contractor will finish the work to restore Deception Pass and Canoe Pass bridges after the former contractor was taken off the project. The project was initially delayed by a year, but a WSDOT communications specialist said the new contractor will submit a schedule soon.
    New contractor starts Monday on Pass bridge restoration
    By Emily Gilbert • February 5, 2021 2:30 pm

    The new contractor was selected after the previous one defaulted on its contract.

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    Oak Harbor spent $1.1 million of CARES Act money last year
    Oak Harbor spent $1.1 million of CARES Act...
    By Emily Gilbert • February 5, 2021 2:30 pm

    The city’s single most expensive purchase was a modular building for engineering staff.

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    Capt. Robert Miles, retired U.S. Navy, served in active duty for more than two decades before teaching Oak Harbor High School students leadership, confidence and practical skills through Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps. Here he is pictured throughout his career. Photo courtesy Jason Lamont
    Oak Harbor NJROTC alums come together to honor...
    By Emily Gilbert • February 4, 2021 11:30 am

    Capt. Robert Miles had a lasting impact on his NJROTC students at Oak Harbor High School.

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