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The Maxwelton Independence Day Parade has been happening for 105 years, with breaks only for World War I, World War II and now a global pandemic. (Photo by David Welton.)

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Fourth of July will sparkle on Whidbey

Fourth of July celebrations on Whidbey Island will be back with a boom, for the most part.

Photo by David Welton

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‘Conductor of Fun’ leaves behind friends, admirers

Jim Freeman was the kind of guy who made everyone feel like a close friend.

Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times
North Whidbey Middle School staff.
Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times
North Whidbey Middle School staff play with puppies.

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Summit puppies boost spirits at school

North Whidbey Middle School ended the year with plenty of smiles, thanks to adorable puppies.

Lisa Sparks with her husband and three of her children.

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GoFundMe set up for woman battling breast cancer

Residents can help an Oak Harbor mom fight stage 4 breast cancer.

From left to right, Jan-Marc Jouas, Russ DeWolfe and David LaBreque of Rotary Club of South Whidbey Island, with assistance from service dog Theo, work on building an enclosure for a playground in the backyard of the House of Hope.(Photo by David Welton)

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Community comes together for day of service

Members of all four Rotary Clubs of Whidbey Island banded together for a good cause.

Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times

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How low can it go?

Ultra low tides left a plethora of tidal pools this week for Whidbey residents to explore.

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Miss Pioneer Way pageant set for June 25

A day of rapid-fire pageants next weekend will raise money for a good cause.

Danika Kloewer performing at Waterfront Wednesday. (Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times).

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Waterfront Wednesdays bring music to Front Street

Anyone can now see live music during the work week in Coupeville, thanks to Waterfront Wednesdays.

A Garry oak tree stands tall. (Photo by Laura Renninger)

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Garry oak group branches out into education

The Garry Oak Society is hosting a hands-on exploration event on June 21 at the Oak Harbor Library.

L-R Draxton Hong, Randy Mouw. Bella Stuart and Danica Hong. (Photo by Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times)

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Shed-building class promotes DIY attitude

Thanks to a small class of students, residents across Oak Harbor have places to store their tools.

Photo by Kira Erickson/South Whidbey Record

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Pride beer on tap in Langley

A Berliner Weisse made with gummy bears is on tap at Double Bluff Brewing Company.

Photo by David Welton

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Robots-building class joins list of parks and rec programs

The South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District is offering a variety of programs over the summer.

“Secrets of Reality” is by Camille Massiet Du Biest.

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Students’ art sends a message

Goosefoot Community Fund is hosting its fifth annual high school art show, featuring work by students from throughout…