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Officer Shantel Ricci experiences a training scenario in the virtual reality world. She wears a headset connected to a backpack and carries a fake firearm.
    Police training takes virtual turn
    By Rachel Rosen • October 28, 2022 1:30 am

    The virtual reality program is designed to supplement the training police receive.

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    Soroptimist holding conference on island
    Soroptimist holding conference on island
    By Rachel Rosen • October 25, 2022 1:30 am

    Soroptimist is hosting a conference for high school girls to empower them to pursue career goals.

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    Two levies key to new fire station
    By Rachel Rosen • October 25, 2022 1:30 am

    Oak Harbor residents will notice something unusual on the ballot this year.

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    Photos by David Welton
Ben Honeycutt is one of 15 costumed volunteer actors who provide the jump scares for those brave enough to walk through the haunted fort at Fort Casey State Park.
    Nights of the haunted fort
    By Rachel Rosen • October 25, 2022 1:30 am

    For the past seven years, the park’s military fort has turned into something sinister every October.

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    Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times
Chief Ray Merrill presents a Lifesaver and Community Hero Award to Chris Stonecipher, who prevented his teammate from falling when she was having a medical emergeny during a basketball game.
    Fire department presents lifesaver award
    By Rachel Rosen • October 21, 2022 1:30 am

    The heartwarming ceremony honored Chris Stonecipher, an Oak Harbor resident.

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    Longtime county clerk faces former top employee
    By Rachel Rosen • October 21, 2022 1:30 am

    Island County Clerk Debra Van Pelt is facing her first opponent in 12 years in office.

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    Photo courtesy of Sarah Peace
    Meteor lights up Oak Harbor sky
    By Rachel Rosen • October 21, 2022 1:30 am

    The meteor was caught exploding on several doorbell security cameras.

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    Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times
Moo is a steer who has become part of the family. Bell’s Farm owner Kyle Flack said he is the “ambassador animal” for the farm.
    Holy cow!
    By Rachel Rosen • October 21, 2022 1:30 am

    Whidbey farmer raises ancient, white breed of cattle

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    Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times
Casey Burr is the owner of Hive Jive, a new Oak Harbor business that sells local vendors’ goods, along with the honey he makes.
    Beekeeper opens business
    By Rachel Rosen • October 18, 2022 1:30 am

    A beekeeper turned business owner has opened a new shop for local vendors in downtown Oak Harbor.

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    Exceptional Academy plans walk for inclusion
    Exceptional Academy plans walk for inclusion
    By Rachel Rosen • October 18, 2022 1:30 am

    The Oak Harbor school district is hosting an ally walk from 4-5:15 p.m. on Oct. 21.

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    Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times
    Riding for a cause
    By Rachel Rosen • October 18, 2022 1:30 am

    Members of an Oak Harbor-based motorcycle club are giving back to the community.

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    Town holds workshop on comp plan update
    Town holds workshop on comp plan update
    By Rachel Rosen • October 14, 2022 1:30 am

    Coupeville is hosting a public workshop on a comprehensive plan to address issues such as housing.

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    City council can’t prioritize its priorities
    City council can’t prioritize its priorities
    By Rachel Rosen • October 14, 2022 1:30 am

    Oak Harbor City Council is having trouble prioritizing its priorities.

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