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Ty Balascio of Coastal Woodworks cuts of a piece of wood in his Oak Harbor shop Aug. 23.

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Wood and art dovetail at WICA

Woodworkers all across Whidbey are putting the finishing touches on their wooden creations.

Erich Ebel, author of “Exploring Maritime Washington,” with the Lady Washington. (Photo provided)

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Local expert will talk about maritime history at upcoming presentation

Author Erich Ebel will be a guest of the South Whidbey Historical Society at 7 p.m. this Friday.

Since her capture in 1970, Tokitae had resided at the Miami Seaquarium, where she performed until her retirement in 2022. (Photo by Kaarina Makowski/Orca Network)

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Whidbey bids farewell to Tokitae

The death of the lone orca has shocked those who have been rallying for her freedom for decades.

A beachfront property in Oak Harbor will be protected under the Conservation Futures program.

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Island County commissioners fund purchase of wetlands

Two projects providing public access are on track to be protected from future development.

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Whidbey community collects kennels for Maui

A group of animal lovers spent this past week collecting kennels to send to Hawaiian residents.

Photo by David Welton

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Creativity runs wild at Whidbey arts camp

Green Arts Camp is a creative, free-form camp led by mother-daughter duo Joan and Torrey Green.

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Langley City Council votes for apology letter

The Council decided that the subject of an unofficial Ethics Board report is owed a formal apology.

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Commissioners approve parking restrictions

The discussion included areas with narrow shoulders, high traffic or unsafe areas to park a vehicle.

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New car organization pushing it to the limit

A new Oak Harbor-based automotive organization is taking to the streets.

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Ferry fare changes forthcoming

Starting this fall, ferry riders will see an increase in fares paid at the toll booth.

Photo by Kira Erickson/South Whidbey Record

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Art from the heart

Pair of friends taking all ‘joy inquiries’

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Last chance to address ferry fare changes

The Washington State Transportation Commission is holding its final hearing to adopt the changes.

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Contest winner “hooked” on fish and chips

A year after his victory, Eric Arnold’s love for fish and chips hasn’t wavered.