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Group to investigate if Langley was ‘sundown town’

1970 census data shows a lack of Black households in Langley.

Photo by Kira Erickson

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Coined Art: Changing currency into jewelry

Chris Soukup doesn’t use an engraver, laser or any other machine to carve designs into coins.

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Deadline approaching for Clinton subarea plan comments

The Clinton Subarea Plan is part of the larger Island County 2045 Comprehensive Plan update.

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Citizens complain about commissioner’s manners

“I’m not listening. I’ve listened to this long enough,” Johnson said.

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Mozer resigns again from Port of South Whidbey

In 2023, she returned to the role when port commissioners were in search of a new leader.

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Community forum focuses on immigration, refugee resettlement

The event is led by a nonprofit serving people seeking safety from war, persecution and crises.

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Library Manager Kaley Costello stands in front of the original part of the Langley Library in 2023.

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Grand reopening slated for Langley Library

After 12 months of construction, community members are invited to rediscover the Langley Library.

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Myriad ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Whidbey

Put on a shade of green – or risk getting pinched – as Whidbey gears up to celebrate…

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No reason to worry about drinking water availability in future, Island County expert says

The county hydrogeologist gave a presentation on environmental health and the drinking water supply.

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Port’s request met with demand for letter

The Port of South Whidbey encountered another roadblock on its journey to pursue workforce housing.

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Langley mayor apologizes for bond levy mishap

Property owners who were mistakenly overcharged on their taxes will owe a little less next year.

Photo by Helen Erickson

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Community mourns Oak Harbor beaver

When Helen Erickson spotted a beaver swimming in her pond, she rejoiced in the rodent’s presence.

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Quake shakes Whidbey awake

A 4.5 magnitude earthquake rattled the Puget Sound region at 5:02 a.m. on March 3.