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Kevin Dunham demonstrates his sheep shearing technique at the Fiber Fest (photo by Karen Achabal)

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Whidbey libraries embrace role as community centers

The Sno-Isle Libraries on Whidbey use online and in-person events to fight the loneliness epidemic.

Bigger view of the plane, slightly from the side. Used to train. Photo by Allyson Ballard

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Air museum plans reopening at new site

The Pacific Northwest Naval Air Museum is hosting a grand re-opening at 11 a.m. on Aug. 21.

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Extras sought for movie to be filmed on Whidbey

Filmmakers Van Allen Cooper and Dale Schomer are seeking extras for a crowd scene in Coupeville.

Photo by David Welton

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Itinerant goat man attracts fans

Whidbey’s newest celebrity, the homeless “goat man,” has dazzled residents with his muscular goats.

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Putt for a good cause at golf tournament

Shoot your shot to win up to $15,000 in Whidbey’s Fourth Annual Collaborative Golf Tournament.

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Whidbey comedian makes debut

Delia Pierce opened for “That Gay Comedy Show” at the Lincoln Theatre in Mount Vernon on Saturday.

Longtime local favorite, Janie Cribbs & The T.Rust Band, will play Friday, the opening day of LittleBIGFest at the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Event Center. The festival runs through Sunday, featuring 47 bands on four stages. File photo by Patricia Guthrie

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Langley’s annual 3-day music, arts event kicks off Friday

In its fifth year, the three-day festival appears to be on track for record attendance.

(Photo by David Welton) It was all hands on deck for the over 70 volunteers who worked on the rotting gray whale carcass, eager to aid in the dissection. They wore protective gear to avoid contracting diseases.

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Bones of a behemoth: Volunteers remove skeleton from dead whale

More than 70 volunteers gathered on a Central Whidbey beach to cut out the bones from a dead…

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Summer farm work parties seeking volunteers

Come join the fun by volunteering at one of the South Whidbey School Farms’ work parties this summer.

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Pedaling for a Purpose: Tour de Whidbey returns to support local health care

There’s a ride for everyone, ranging from a 10-mile family-friendly route to the 162-mile POWER ride.

(Photo by Marina Blatt) Vicki Yount shows off the colorful clothing she sells in V-Boutique.

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Plein Air competition calls to painters

Artists, art lovers and shoppers alike are in for a vibrant weekend as Whidbey’s Plein Air returns.

Photo by David Welton

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Whidbey tour welcomes visitors to studios

People peek into the studios of professional artists around Whidbey during an annual two-day event.

Pottery has a long history of importance to humanity, giving the practice a sense of "spirituality" Sasha Polonko feels at the throwing wheel.

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The art of wild clay: Whidbey potter joins Coupeville Arts and Crafts Fest

Polonko, who runs the business “Girl Pots,” will join more than 140 other vendors.