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Shea Looijen, left, and Kristi Uhles assemble their house made pouch games, many of which are recreations of ancient games that have been all but lost over the centuries.
    ‘Tinker shop’ evokes the medieval
    By Karina Andrew • December 13, 2022 1:30 am

    A new shop in downtown Oak Harbor transports its patrons to a medieval realm.

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David Rodriguez visits the home of Linked Lives member Kathy Parker.
    Brothers’ business connects generations through service
    By Karina Andrew • December 9, 2022 1:30 am

    A business that has made waves in Anacortes is expanding its reach to the Oak Harbor area.

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    Hallelujah — all invited to Messiah sing-along
    By Karina Andrew • December 9, 2022 1:30 am

    A Whidbey music group’s holiday concert this year will feature a very special guest vocalist — you.

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A painting featuring the colors of the Ukrainian flag by Janet Smith serves as the logo for Whidbey Island Community Advocates for Refugee Efforts.
    Whidbey rallies for Ukrainian refugees
    By Karina Andrew • December 9, 2022 1:30 am

    A small coalition is working to bring a family of Ukrainian refugees to Whidbey Island.

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    Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times
    Santa’s little yelper
    By Karina Andrew • December 9, 2022 1:30 am

    Wes Moran donned the red suit Dec. 7 for a charity photo shoot at Posh Puppies.

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From left, Brandon Graham Foundation board members Nikki Breaux, Michelle Armstrong, Debbie Vescovi and Ashley Bindschatel attend Brian Williams’ “Think Kindness” event at Coupeville School District. All four board members have lost loved ones, including Graham, to suicide, and felt prompted to further the foundation’s cause.
    Grinch to appear for charity photo op
    By Karina Andrew • December 6, 2022 1:30 am

    If you drop by Polished Studios this Saturday, your heart might just grow three sizes.

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North Whidbey Fire and Rescue firefighters subdue a structure fire on Cerullo Drive the morning of Dec. 3.
    Workshop lost in Cerullo Drive blaze
    By Karina Andrew • December 6, 2022 1:30 am

    A shop on a North Whidbey property was destroyed in a structure fire early Saturday morning.

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    Community potluck rescheduled
    Community potluck rescheduled
    By Karina Andrew • December 2, 2022 1:30 am

    The event will now take place at 5 p.m. Dec. 9 at the Pacific Northwest Art School in Coupeville.

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Heidi Mayne, center, stands with her family. From left, her daughter Hannah, son James, daughter Claire, husband Donald, daughter Sophia and daughter Jillian.
    Community rallies to support cancer patient
    By Karina Andrew • December 2, 2022 1:30 am

    The breast cancer diagnosis was nothing short of life-changing for Heidi Mayne and her family.

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    Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times
    Gun club celebrates 75 years
    By Karina Andrew • December 2, 2022 1:30 am

    The Central Whidbey Sportsmen’s Association will celebrate its 75th anniversary this month.

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    Oak Harbor athletes bring holiday ‘cheer’
    By Karina Andrew • November 29, 2022 1:30 am

    Two Oak Harbor cheerleaders were part of an elite group invited to perform at Walt Disney World.

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Decorating coordinator Hope McCormack puts a finishing touch on a gingerbread-themed tree.
    Nonprofit auctions trees for a good cause
    By Karina Andrew • November 29, 2022 1:30 am

    An Island County nonprofit organization is decking the halls of the Elks Lodge in Oak Harbor.

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Ainsley Nelson, who plays the Sugar Plum Fairy, rehearses at Ballet Slipper Conservatory studio Nov. 22.
    Nutcracker comes to Oak Harbor
    By Karina Andrew • November 25, 2022 1:30 am

    For Ainsley Nelson, dancing under stage lights is a quintessential holiday tradition.

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