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Council sets city’s priorities for Olympia

The topics include child care, emergency services, flexible real-estate excise tax, NASWI and more.

Oak Harbor Mayor Ronnie Wright addresses Chamber of Commerce luncheon attendees with a State of the City address on Thursday. (Photo by Sam Fletcher)

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Mayor touts big improvement in staff morale

In a recent speech, Mayor Wright announced his success in making the city a great place to work.

Photo by Caitlyn Anderson
The Valley High Park sign stands in the bushes.

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Mobile home community unites against alleged landlord negligence

Last week, Valley High households came together to plan, seek legal advice and vent.

Don Scoby, commander of Scottish American Military Society Pig War Post 1859, plays the bagpipe at the Veteran's Day Parade in Oak Harbor. (Photo by Sam Fletcher)

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Pipe dreams: Scottish American Military Society plays on

Don Scoby has always been fascinated by bagpipes.

North Whidbey Fire and Rescue crew assist a grounded sailboat Thursday. (Photo provided)

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Two men rescued from sailboat

Three agencies were involved in the rescue of two people from a sinking sailboat Thursday evening.

Bald eagles have increased in numbers on Whidbey Island. (Photo provided)

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Audubon societies prepare for world’s longest-running science project

Local Audubon Societies are gearing up for this year’s Christmas Bird Count, the longest-running community science project in…

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Another garage fire lights North Whidbey

The garage took some internal damage, but the structure remained intact.

Steve and Martha Ellis stand near a Whidbey forest. (Photo by Beth Stephens)

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Whidbey naturalists to present ‘Life Among Trees’

The presentation will help identify the main flora and fauna species in Whidbey forests.

Photo by Sam Fletcher
Daniel Caldwell and Donna DeBonis stand before Tossin’ Axes on Midway Blvd. on Friday.

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Axe-throwing joint to build speakeasy

Oak Harbor is soon to have a “secret” billiards room.

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Oak Harbor to develop new economic strategy

Oak Harbor is seeking some creative ways to revitalize the economy.

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Senator Ron Muzzall

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Senate, county commissioner race too close to call

Two key races affecting Whidbey Island residents are real nail-biters.

Patrons play volleyball at the John Vanderzicht Memorial Pool. (Photo by Sam Fletcher)

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Park and rec levy renewal likely to pass

Thanks to voters, John Vanderzicht Memorial Pool will likely remain open another six years.

Nick Ricci, a Navy veterans, hosts the episodes of Working on Whidbey.

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Oak Harbor veterans hosts ‘Working on Whidbey’

Working on Whidbey is a series that showcases Whidbey’s businesses, talents and culture.