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Lolita, pictured here in 2020, has been performing at the Miami Seaquarium for decades.

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At long last, Lolita may be freed

The Southern Resident orca that has lived in captivity since 1970 may finally come home.

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Whidbey Community Foundation gets new board members

Whidbey Community Foundation recently welcomed Jason Joiner and Jeff Natter to its board of directors.

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South Whidbey parks and rec warns of aggressive owl

South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District released a warning on Monday about the owl.

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Oak Harbor school district conducts survey on failed bond measure

The district is conducting a survey to garner feedback about the recent failed bond measure.

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Former South Whidbey Port director returns

Stan Reeves has resigned from his role, and a familiar face may be taking his place.

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Private airport buyer undeterred by Port of Coupeville’s momentum

DeLaurentis confirmed that he still has the airport in escrow and is on track to close in May.

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Door-kicking malarkey possibly linked to TikTok trend

It is unclear whether a TikTok challenge inspired an incident that led to a woman’s door being kicked

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Entire Oak Harbor school board will be on ballot in election that may be transformative

The results of the November general election could dramatically change local governance and politics

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Hoffmire plans to run for Oak Harbor mayor

One of Oak Harbor’s newest council members is hoping to change his title to “mayor.”

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ICOM hit with 2 audit findings

Auditors noted errors in financial statements and violations of a state law.

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Bail revoked for man arrested on warrants

Court documents paint a fierce picture of a man who was recently arrested in Oak Harbor on warrants.

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City to finance only portion of U-Haul road

Oak Harbor approved construction of an access road for a U-Haul facility on the north end of town.

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State, Department of Defense may fund two Oak Harbor school projects

A state senator is trying to secure $27.5 million in state funds for district construction projects.