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Whidbey Farm and Market is partnering with local nonprofits to help provide Christmas for island families. Above, Shannon Hamilton helps spread Christmas cheer in the market shop.

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Whidbey Farm and Market hosts local nonprofits for holidays

Whidbey Farm and Market hosts charity programs in the final days before it closes for the season.

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Magistrate’s report on lawsuit critical of Navy’s Growler environmental impact study | Updated

A federal magistrate judge ruled in favor of the state Attorney General’s Office and a Whidbey anti-noise group…

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Bird disease lands in county

A pet bird originating from a bird distributor in the county tested positive for avian chlamydiosis.

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Omicron may already be present on Whidbey, according to health officer

The newest variant, omicron, was first detected in Thurston, Pierce and King counties on Dec. 4.

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New district maps keep things competitive

Whidbey Island will remain in the state’s most politically competitive legislative district.

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County names new public works director

A former rocket scientist will be taking over Island County largest’s department.

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Bruiser gets wrapped up | Island Scanner

Friday, Nov. 3

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Deception Pass Park Foundation hires first employee

Jared Bessett, the new program manager, will support the board to increase financial resources.

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Man accused of making threat at homeless shelter

Prosecutors charged 31-year-old Addison C. Vernon with felony harassment and indecent exposure.

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County administrator candidates decline offer

Commissioners will need to restart their search for Island County’s first county administrator.

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Town garbage service rates increase slightly under new contract

Island Disposal will raise service rates by 6% to offset the increased cost of labor and operations.

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Road for ‘billion-dollar corporation’ questioned

Oak Harbor City Council is questioning why the city is planning to pay $700,000 to construct a road.

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Power outage hits South Whidbey

Strong winds Wednesday morning walloped Whidbey, causing power outages that lasted most of the day.