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Whidbey worker shortage closes Clinton bagel business

Finding employees has not gotten any easier for small businesses.

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From the left, Sam Stanton, Sara Berlowe, Rylan Johnson and Caitlin Stanton harvest lavender.

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Farm captures herbal essence in a bottle

A small organic family farm in Greenbank is turning herbs into essential oils using solar power.

Chef Gordon Stewart adds a fiery flare to a dish in the kitchen at Gordon’s Fusion. (Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times)

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Chef’s new restaurant turns up heat

A chef’s creative food journey has resulted in a unique new dining experience in Central Whidbey.

Leah and Aaron Meschke of Whidbey Yard Cards set up celebratory yard signs. (Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times)

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North End business brings the party

This Whidbey couple is in the business of celebrating.

Ken Stange, owner of Bailey's corner, and Lauren Flynn, local musician, on Bailey's outdoor stage. (Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey NEws-Times)

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Music scene thrives at Clinton backwoods business

Ken Stange described Bailey’s Corner Store as Whidbey Island’s best “well kept secret” for live music.

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New Front Street art shop opens with pride

A new business on Front Street is cultivating creativity and promoting pride in downtown Coupeville.

Upcycled Crow Cottage candles are among the new wares sold at Whidbey Farm and Market this season. (Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times)

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Refreshed Whidbey Farm and Market opens with new offerings

Whidbey Farm and Market re-opened Saturday with a slew of new offerings for the 2022 season.

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Lather up

North Whidbey farm turns goat milk into fancy soap

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Treats for woman’s best friend

Suzanne Manthey started Wags of Whidbey, a dog biscuit-baking business.

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New bakery goes into the woods

The owners of Prima Bistro and Saltwater Fish House have opened a location for their third business.

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One-woman ‘micro bakery’ bringing bread to you

Bread lovers have until Feb. 1 to opt into Acorn Bakery’s bread subscription box.

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Fare Market opens in Freeland

A new South End restaurant and food retailer is bringing the taste of Southeast Asia to Whidbey.

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Oak Harbor salon owner retires after four decades

Longtime North End hairdresser Carla Dozier retired at the end of 2021.