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Drone shows go on

It seems that the show will go on for the 4th of July firework displays planned across Whidbey.

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Foundation work to commence on food booths

Port of South Whidbey officials have agreed on a temporary fix to repair food booths for the fair.

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Busy weekend ahead for state ferries

Memorial Day weekend will spur long waits in line.

Photo by David Welton

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Woman’s effort to save rhodies paid off

One South Whidbey gardener’s dedication to preserving the official state flower pays off every spring

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Parks and rec moving to school district building

South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District has found a new location for its administrative offices.

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Community provides new roof for Vietnam veteran

Whidbey Islanders have come together to support a Vietnam War veteran in his hour of need.

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Tyler Myers, president and CEO of the Myers Group, celebrates his selection as the WFIA 2023-24 Retailer of the Year. The award was presented at a surprise ceremony held May 13 at the Goose.

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Myers Group wins award

Clinton retail management firm named Retailer of the Year.

Michelle Graham samples a glass of wine. She and her husband, Kyle O’Neill, are the owners of Leo & Leto’s, formerly known as Blooms Winery. (Photo by David Welton)

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Change fermenting at Freeland winery

There’s a fresh but familiar face behind the former Blooms Winery and 5511 Bistro.

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Mutiny Bay Books has titles from just about every genre, including the helpful “Homeschooling for Dummies.”

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New beginning for Freeland bookstore

Mutiny Bay Books is a novelty among the collection of banks, thrift stores, wineries and restaurants of Freeland’s…

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Robinson Beach in September 2022.

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Commissioners mull $4 million boat ramp for Robinson Beach

County commissioners are considering a costly solution for a critical South Whidbey boat launch.

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Contra dancing comes alive on Whidbey

If you’re looking for a new social activity, contra dancing might be the thing for you.

Photo by Kira Erickson/South Whidbey Record

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Good grief! Phone is gone with the wind

Sometime last week, the South Whidbey wind phone was stolen.

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Langley City Council approves fairgrounds zoning change

The Port of South Whidbey’s proposal to amend the zoning at the Fairgrounds has moved forward.