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Columbia College celebrates milestone
A needs assessment survey 11 years ago by Naval Air Station Whidbey Island’s Navy College was the catalyst…
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Local DAV answers call to national service
The local Disabled American Veterans chapter observed its monthly meeting at Oak Harbor Library last Thursday evening, with…
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Radio controlled aircraft is a show all its own
Accomplishments of aircraft large and small were celebrated the Centennial of Naval Aviation July 29 at Naval Air…
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Cougars and cobras and birds, oh my!
Vintage and modern warbirds were front and center at Naval Air Station Whidbey during the Centennial of Naval…
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Aviation-themed quilts attract a crowd
The Centennial of Naval Aviation at Naval Air Station Whidbey drew several thousand participants on Saturday. Many visitors…
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SAR shines spotlight on rescue skills
For most Whidbey Island residents, the sight of the Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Search and Rescue helicopter…
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PBY Memorial Foundation welcomes Sheriff Mark Brown
Island County Sheriff Mark Brown spoke to the PBY Memorial Foundation for the group’s meeting July 26 at…
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Pure skill needed to operate the PBY aircraft
Modern aviation relies greatly upon computers and other time and labor saving applications, such as the auto-pilot function.…
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City prepares video gift for NASWI
A 70 year partnership between the city of Oak Harbor and the Navy is the subject of a…
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Quilt commemorates aviation centennial
Naval Air Station Whidbey Island is going to have plenty of aircraft featured at the Centennial of Naval…
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Aviation history comes to life
If you’re looking to get a jump start on commemorating the Centennial of Naval Aviation this weekend, there’s…
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Running club builds strength on many levels
Everybody wants their kids to be physically fit and strong. Finding programs that emphasize strength of character served…
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Navy supports Loganberry Festival
Island life and its unique culture are on full display at this year’s Loganberry Festival. The 22nd annual…