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The A.J. Eisenberg Airport has received plenty of interest but little traction since the property went up for sale last summer.

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Airport’s fate remains uncertain

The future of the A.J. Eisenberg Airport in Oak Harbor is still up in the air.

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Angie Lambert-Jackson checks the display case at Cedar & Salt. All baked goods at the cafe are made from scratch and feature many local ingredients.

Business

Mother and daughter take on Coupeville coffee shop

A mother-daughter duo on Central Whidbey is making waves in the island coffee scene.

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Some unconventional helpers join Santa at the Oak Harbor tree lighting in 2021.

Life

Holiday events on Whidbey

Upcoming events on Whidbey Island are ushering in the holiday season.

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King County keeps eye on Penn Cove

The Port of Coupeville will partner with King County to monitor the water quality in Penn Cove.

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Arjai Allred demonstrates different ways to shape endless possibility cookie dough, a recipe Allred created, at a holiday baking class in Greenbank Nov. 12.

Life

Recipe has ‘endless possibilities’

Slow Food Whidbey Island shared an all-occasion cookie recipe perfect for Christmas parties.

John Callahan

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Port of Coupeville welcomes new commissioner

John Callahan officially joined the board after taking his oath of office Oct. 28.

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Life

Holiday markets happening on Whidbey

There is ample opportunity to keep your holiday shopping local this year.

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jacquelin Frost

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Pacific Rim Institute partners with Navy

NASWI has entered a contract with PRI to carry out environmental stewardship projects on the base.

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Stephany Vogel's work combines painting and sewing for a unique artistic experience.

Life

Library exhibit honors women’s artistic history

The work of artist Stephany Vogel will be available for viewing throughout the month of November.

News

Announced layoffs may not materialize

Navy personnel said contract renegotiations are underway.

News

Town awards $49,000 in lodging tax grants

The Coupeville Town Council awarded four organizations grants from the town’s 2% lodging tax funds.

Hartin

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Central Whidbey fire chief to retire

Ed Hartin was just six weeks old when he attended his first fire.

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Repair crews work to restore power to Whidbey Island after aggressive winds took out power lines and poles over the weekend.

News

Windstorm knocks out power

The first major wind storm of the season knocked out power for nearly 35,000 Island County residents