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    Whidbey Island Fair kicks off Thursday, runs July...
    By Maria Matson • July 16, 2019 1:30 am

    Fair has showcased Whidbey Island agriculture, local talent for over 90 years

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    Help House ‘ Christmas in July’ event is Saturday
    Help House ‘ Christmas in July’ event is...
    By Maria Matson • July 12, 2019 1:30 am

    It’s that time of year again — the summertime months between the major food-based holidays, when donations slow down but…

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    Garry oak wood takes new forms
    Garry oak wood takes new forms
    By Maria Matson • July 12, 2019 1:30 am

    Wood from “post office tree” now part of art installation at Smith Park

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    Journey into the African savanna
    Journey into the African savanna
    By Maria Matson • July 12, 2019 1:30 am

    Disney’s The Lion King Jr. showing at Whidbey Playhouse through July 28

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    All kids on deck: New park makes a splash
    All kids on deck: New park makes a...
    By Maria Matson • July 9, 2019 1:30 am

    Children play in the cool water of the new splash park, Shipwreck Shores, at Windjammer Park on a sunny Monday…

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    A chance to learn about Whidbey waters
    A chance to learn about Whidbey waters
    By Maria Matson • July 9, 2019 1:30 am

    Guided Beach Walks program an opportunity to spot wildlife, learn about ocean

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    Art & About | Whidbey Island’s July art events
    Art & About | Whidbey Island’s July art...
    By Maria Matson • July 9, 2019 1:30 am

    • SECOND SATURDAY ART WALK at Historic GREENBANK FARM is 2-5 p.m., Saturday, July 13.

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    Patriotism on parade in Oak Harbor
    Patriotism on parade in Oak Harbor
    By Maria Matson • July 5, 2019 1:30 am

    American spirit was on proud display at Oak Harbor’s Fourth of July parade Thursday.

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    Festivities and fun planned for Oak Harbor’s 4th...
    By Maria Matson • June 28, 2019 1:30 am

    Fourth of July is right around the corner, and the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for the…

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    The best bargains around: Lions Club annual sale next weekend
    The best bargains around: Lions Club annual sale...
    By Maria Matson • June 21, 2019 1:30 am

    Coupeville Lions Club celebrates 40 years of thrifty treasures

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    Port of Coupeville is moving forward with broadband study
    Port of Coupeville is moving forward with broadband...
    By Maria Matson • June 18, 2019 1:30 am

    Port of Coupeville is working to upgrade to a fiber-optics system that would bring faster internet to Whidbey Island.

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    Dollhouse for donation: Tiny house a mini masterpiece
    Dollhouse for donation: Tiny house a mini masterpiece
    By Maria Matson • June 20, 2019 1:30 am

    Upon close inspection, it resembles a house like any other.

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    Tokitae pole journey leads to Coupeville
    Tokitae pole journey leads to Coupeville
    By Maria Matson • June 18, 2019 1:30 am

    Event honors Tokitae, an orca captured in Penn Cove 45 years ago

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