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Oak Harbor mural honors hidden WWII artwork

A new mural in Oak Harbor is bringing that secret back into public view.

Photo by David Welton. Audie Black has trained with Vibrant Fitness since 2011.

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Building better bodies as we age

Vibrant Fitness in Langley will host free “Functional Strength Training After 60” classes next month.

Photo by David Welton. Deception Pass ranked as no. 26 nationally, and was one of three bridges in Washington that made the list of bridges cyclists were most afraid to cross.

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Survey ranks Deception Pass Bridge as scary for cyclists

The majestic beauty of the Deception Pass Bridge is also quite frightening, to bikers at least.

(Photo by David Welton) IGNITION Fire Troupe put on a scalding performance at the 2026 Whidbey Island Ren Faire over the weekend, which drew a whopping 15,161 attendees.

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Huzzah! Ren Faire triumphs on Whidbey

More than 15,000 people attended last weekend.

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WEAN’s engagement director heads to law school

Amanda Bullis plans to study sustainability and water law while pursuing a Juris Doctor.

Photo by Allyson Ballard

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Memorial Day on Whidbey

(Photos by Allyson Ballard) State Rep. Dave Paul, U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen and Naval Air Station Whidbey Island…

Photo provided. System Crash is returning June 27 at Windjammer Park, and features 14 artists this year.

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Alternative music festival returns to Oak Harbor

Three current and former Wildcats craving a different sound in Oak Harbor proved it is possible.

Photo by David Welton. A large metal sign outside of WICA is unmistakable from far away.

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WICA celebrates 30 years of the art of community support

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, cupcakes and special performances comprise WICA’s set in May.

Photo provided. “The Whidbey Island Frost Weaver,” a story that follows an elf whose arrival on the island unleashes chaos, is Book 10 of the “Weirdbey Island” series.

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Whidbey author pens 10th book in series

“Whidbey Island Frost Weaver” is the 10th book in the beloved “Weirdbey Island” series.

Executive Director Jessie Gunn has worked with the foundation since 2019.

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Whidbey Community Foundation marks 10 years of philanthropy

It has grown from a small, local fundholder to a hub for island philanthropy and nonprofit support.

Photo by David Welton. The Whidbey Ren Faire continues to grow into one of the island’s most anticipated tourism weekends, said President and Founder Arielle Morgan.

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Whidbey Ren Faire brings medieval magic back for third year

The whimsical festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 23-24 at Beach View Farm in Oak…

Langley United Methodist Church is known for warmth, inclusion and a music spirit.

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Langley United Methodist Church marks 125 years of faith and inclusion

A number of events are planned throughout May.

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New book feathers Whidbey’s iconic red-footed bird with fame

“The Bird with Flaming Red Feet: Seasons with an Uncommonly Common Seabird” considers pigeon guillemot