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Whidbey has one of highest wildlife-vehicle crash rates

Most of the reported vehicle-wildlife collisions involve deer, according to WSDOT.

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South Ends gets an Uber driver

A Freeland man is offering ride-sharing services to Whidbey residents.

Photo by Luisa Lot

Life

Christmas light contest and map bring joy

ICSO presents first Holiday Light Competition where deputies vote for the best decorated house.

In order to be annexed, the Smiths need to combine their property (outlined by the purple rectangle) with the Kirkendalls' two properties that border with the city. (Map provided by the City of Oak Harbor)

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City moves forward with annexation

Three more residential properties may move into the Oak Harbor city limits soon.

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Oak Harbor leaders want end of 1% property tax cap

In preparation for the 2024 Washington legislative session, city leaders discuss priorities.

Photo by David Welton

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Island County dog diagnosed with mystery illness

A dog in the county was diagnosed with a confounding respiratory disease that has made headlines.

Eye magnets are some of the small quirky gift ideas offered by Whidbey Leaf & Vine. (Photo by Luisa Loi)

Business

Plant shop offers more than garden variety gifts

A new business has put down roots in downtown Oak Harbor.

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Navy has no plans to build housing

NASWI officials don’t plan to build new housing despite concerns about lack of affordable housing.

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Life Church volunteers assemble meals that will be distributed to low-income families on Dec. 17.

Life

Church helps feed families at Christmas

Life Church is going out into the community to bring a meal to those most in need this…

Robert Pelant stands on the Pacific Rim Institute’s land, where he also lives with his family. (Photo by Luisa Loi)

Life

Pelant leaves legacy of stewardship

Pacific Rim Institute CEO Robert Pelant announced he will leave the nonprofit on Dec. 29.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter Jones
The Navy P8-A Poseidon is removed from the water with the help of inflatable salvage roller bags, placed under the aircraft.

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Navy aircraft salvage operations completed

The P-8A Poseidon aircraft that landed on Kaneohe Bay on Nov. 20 was finally removed from the water.

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Remembering the attack on Pearl Harbor

The community is invited to an event to remember the attack on Pearl Harbor and to honor veterans.

Photo by Luisa Loi
Pastor Dean and Nicole Rice, a ministry at the church, pose with two characters from the display.

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Church sets up unique Nativity scene

Mission Ministry Outreach is hosting first nativity scene drive-through Dec. 2.