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Education alternatives abound on Whidbey

A college alternative easily overlooked is Navy College on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island and its college partners,…

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Port Townsend: Historic city for the modern artist

Port Townsend hasn’t racked up numerous accolades for nothing. Budget Travel named the city one of the “Top…

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Shopping local benefits veterans and active duty alike

An Oak Harbor business owner wants to reward anyone with a military identification card. Karen Mueller, owner of…

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Back to school

In a tough market, veterans see education as one route to employment The sluggish economy, a cut in…

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Pedal Power

Cheers, whoops and applause greeted  the  Schroeder and Halvorson families Saturday as they rode their bikes down the…

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Helicopter crash in Afghanistan kills 11

From an International Security Assistance Force News Release KABUL, Afghanistan, Aug. 16, 2012 – Eleven people were killed…

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No injuries in Strait Of Hormuz collision

From U.S. Naval Forces Central Command Public Affairs NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY, Bahrain (NNS) — No one was hurt…

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Law allows VA health benefits for Camp Lejeune water victims

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2012 – President Barack Obama today signed into law a bill enabling the Department of…

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Dedication and commitment are the Grey Knight way

Sailors assigned to the Grey Knights of Patrol Squadron (VP) 46, maintenance department, are working hard to maintain…

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Island County vets team with WISH

Whidbey Island Share a Home, also known as WISH, is partnering with Island County Veterans Services to help…

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Memorial run changes course

The 6th annual Megan McClung Memorial Run will be held Saturday, Aug. 18, but the location will be…

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Seven steps to a master’s degree

Brandman University is offering a unique opportunity for ranks E-7 and above who hold a bachelor’s degree from…

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VRC finds permanent home

The Veterans Resource Center of Whidbey Island is consolidating its operations. The VRC has been operating from three…