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Program builds exceptional workforce

The Exceptional Academy and Whidbey businesses are making strides toward inclusion in the workplace.

Eugene “Dud” Gilbert and Dorothy Gilbert pose for a photo just steps away from where they first met in downtown Oak Harbor 70 years ago. Photo by Emily Gilbert

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Married to a Marine: Oak Harbor couple celebrates 70 years

Like many love stories before and after them, Dorothy and Eugene Gilbert’s seven-decade romance started in a bar.

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Stephany Vogel's work combines painting and sewing for a unique artistic experience.

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Library exhibit honors women’s artistic history

The work of artist Stephany Vogel will be available for viewing throughout the month of November.

Photos by David Welton
Magician JR Russell attempts to pull something out of his ear. For the past eight years, Russell has been teaching magic to kids with a side of life skills.

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Sleight of hand: Popular classes are about more than magic

Oak Harbor magician JR Russell has been performing and teaching classes for the past eight years.

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Wanted: Elves for Greenbank holiday market

This year, even Santa Claus finds himself short-staffed.

Photo by David Welton

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Save haven for rescued critters in need of support

Over the past year, Debbie Wilkie has taken in more than 500 unwanted or neglected animals.

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Veterans Day to be observed on Whidbey

There are events happening all across Whidbey Island this week to honor those who have served.

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A ghoulishly good time

Photos by David Welton

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Romance and murder come together on Playhouse stage

The play runs Nov. 4-20. Tickets are available at whidbeyplayhouse.com.

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She wants to give us a laugh while showing us how to share the road

Nancy McCloskey moved back to our Rock in 2020, “two weeks before COVID,” as she likes to say.…

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Mobile Turkey Unit gears up for 24th year of service

A South Whidbey holiday tradition of giving is in search of more volunteers.

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End of an era: Midwife retires, Greenbank Birth Center closes

After three decades, midwife Cynthia Jaffe is ready to make her exit from the profession.

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Playhouse Dental buys candy for troops

Next week, Oak Harbor children can turn their Halloween candy into cash for a good cause.