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Diking district properties in danger of foreclosure

An inactive diking district has not paid taxes on two of its properties for the past three years.

Photo by Kira Erickson

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South Whidbey group plans new tiny home village

A tiny house advocate has her sights set on creating a new community for homeowners in Langley.

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South Whidbey solar projects receive grant funding

Two South Whidbey nonprofits hope to provide a place for people to gather during an emergency.

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Incumbent, newcomer, write-in vie for county commissioner

Voters will choose between two Democrats on the ballot or write in the name of a Republican.

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Tim Leonard dressed as Hedwig from “Hedwig and the Angry Inch,” flanked by daughter Sage Leonard, left, and his girlfriend, Marnie Jackson, right, who dressed up as Hedwig’s bandmates.

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Leonard crowned Mr. South Whidbey 2024

The annual Friends of Friends Medical Support Fund’s male pageant took the venue by storm.

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Real estate agent accused of axing trees

A Clinton man is facing malicious mischief charges.

Photo by Kira Erickson/Whidbey News-Times

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Oak Harbor woman opens a mobile petting zoo

Ducks, sheep and goats travel anywhere on Whidbey Island.

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Langley budget talks continue with good news

Finance Director Wanda Grone revealed that the beginning balance for the general fund has improved.

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Parks and rec nixes pool deck enhancement, decides deductible options

South Whidbey Parks and Rec may back some design elements for a new aquatic recreation facility.

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Langley City Council resumes discussion on cutting committee

Langley officials are again considering condensing the number of citizen-led commissions.

Photo by David Welton

Business

A Commons cause: Nonprofit starts fundraiser to keep building

A beloved community gathering spot in the heart of Langley is in need of some financial support.

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County health assessment reveals housing, health challenges

Residents continue to face housing challenges and a scarcity of doctors and mental health providers.

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Photographer focuses on Vietnam vets

Photographer Mike Holtby recently turned his camera’s focus to something new – Vietnam veterans.