News
Former commissioner gets Biden appointment
Helen Price Johnson was appointed to the position of Washington state director of rural development.
Life
Ebey’s Reserve hires new manager
Marie Shimada, a South Whidbey High School graduate and the new reserve manager, started on Tuesday.
Life
Name that lamb
It’s lambing season at Bell’s Farm, and the public is invited to join in the cuteness.
News
Rep. Paul sponsors long-term care tax exemption bill
State Rep. Dave Paul’s bill would allow some exemptions to the Washington Cares Act.
News
Island Transit seeks public input on service expansion
Island Transit has created a survey for county residents to provide feedback on proposed services.
News
County museum proposes expansion to vacant Coupeville lot
The Island County Historical Society has its eye on an empty lot near the Haller House.
News
School levies, bonds across Whidbey set for Feb. 8 ballot
School bonds and levies on the February ballot will fund nurses, sports and capital projects.
News
Oak Harbor man charged with violating court order
An Oak Harbor man allegedly tried to break down the door of a house on North Whidbey.
Business
Fare Market opens in Freeland
A new South End restaurant and food retailer is bringing the taste of Southeast Asia to Whidbey.
News
Island County expands COVID testing hours
This coming week, testing will take place from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Jan. 18, 20 and 21…
Life
Revering the Reverend MLK
The Mission Ministry Faith Center will host a celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. this Sunday.
News
Whidbey Island Grown fundraises to expand services
The organization’s goal is to raise $50,000 for a walk-in cooler, a freezer and a storage room.
News
Number of county COVID cases quadrupled in 2021
County data show the numbers of COVID-19 cases and deaths in 2021 far outstripped 2020.