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Kelly Sorensen Hansen is the co-owner of Alma, the new sustainable clothing store in Langley that she runs with her mother Diane Sorensen.

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Mother-daughter duo brings sustainable fashion to Langley

For Kelly Sorensen Hansen and Diane Sorensen, their new clothing store is a family affair.

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Arcade owner to pull plug on beloved business

Soon, the streets of Langley will be a little less colorful and a lot more quiet.

Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times

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Craft market opens in Oak Harbor

A Pioneer Way locale has become Oak Harbor’s newest hub for local artists and crafters.

Von and Barbara Summers renovated the historic Coupeville Cash Store and are now renting out vacation rentals in the building. (Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times)

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Front Street building gets a makeover

A recently restored building will soon house tourists and visitors in historic downtown Coupeville.

Jamel Hale, the owner of Hale’s Kitchen, in the restaurant’s new location. (Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times)

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Soul food restaurant reopens in new spot

A popular Oak Harbor restaurant reopened on Friday at a new location.

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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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North Whidbey farm turns goat milk into fancy soap