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All invited to ‘Blessed are the Peacemakers’ MLK event

The event on Martin Luther King Jr. Day will honor the women of the Civil Rights Movement.

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Drawing from nature: Artist’s chapbook describes ‘Whidbey Botanical’

“A Whidbey Botanical” combines poems and watercolor paintings of various local flora.

Island County's stabilization center in Oak Harbor helps people experiencing crises from mental health or substance use issues.

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County commissioners mull addition for stabilization center

Commissioners are looking to expand the number of beds in the stabilization center by over 50%.

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Langley City Council resumes commission discussions

After more than a year of minimal progress, Mayor Horstman is taking matters into her own hands.

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The Burrier building on the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds.

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Port plans maintenance for fairgrounds buildings

Repairs are slated for two major buildings in need of maintenance on the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds.

Photo by Ian Tiessen

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County to increase tipping fees at solid waste facility

The cost of a dump run will get a little more expensive in the new year.

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Governor-elect Ferguson visits Whidbey to talk about ferries, signals his commitment

The incoming governor traveled to the island this week.

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First 2025 baby has auspicious beginning

Plans to spend the holidays on the East Coast were curtailed by the arrival of David Frances Blay.

Photo by Jennifer Holmes

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Wild and wily on Whidbey Island

With a myriad of missing dog reports, Whidbey residents may think coyotes are to blame.

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New VA clinic coming to Oak Harbor

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will soon open a new clinic at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

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Wine fridge causes Christmas Day fire

A malfunctioning appliance led to a fire in the basement of a Clinton home on Dec. 25.

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Clinton sandwich shop changes hands

Regulars of Pickles Deli might miss a familiar face behind the counter next time they visit.

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An Island Disposal customer fills a recycling container.

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Langley residents oppose new recycling program

The convenience of curbside recycling pick-up could soon become a reality for Langley citizens.