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Candidate forums start next week

Several candidate forums are being held next week ahead of the Nov. 4 general election.

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Found in bottle, Whidbey critter now an ‘ambassador’

A Giant Pacific octopus is a star attraction at the Western Washington University’s public aquarium.

Photo by David Welton

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South Whidbey Record staff named among best in state

Erickson was named Feature Writer of the Year for third time; David Welton named Best Photographer.

Photo by Marina Blatt
Concepción Contreras holds up a photo of her mobile home’s dirty water.

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Oak Harbor mobile home park residents bemoan sewer, water problems

Owner said she’s trying to annex park into city to hook into water, sewer systems.

Photo provided by MaryJane Lungren
The five Mr. South Whidbey contestants with the pageant’s two emcees. From left, Nathen Wilkie, Jeremie Canty, Tim Leonard, Ken Stange, Victor Ramos, Christian Albright and Isaac Leitz.

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Mr. South Whidbey sets a record

The five contestants raised over $72,000, far surpassing the $40,000 from last year’s competition.

Photo by David Welton
Nik Williams clips grapes off the vine.

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Friends of the vine: A community picks grapes at Whidbey winery

Spoiled Dog draws volunteers year after year for the harvest day.

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Police warn of ‘AI Homeless Man Prank’ at school, reassure that it’s a hoax

There were no incidents or safety concerns involving the homeless population at any school campus

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Cascadia Water customer rates to rise by 49%

The change is down from the 107% increase the company had previously requested.

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Schools awarded $38M for jet noise mitigation

Grants were awarded through the Community Noise Mitigation Program

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Federal shutdown has little immediate effect on island

Many of the immediate effects are related to the military.

Photo provided by Sailing with Paul Porter

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Solo swimmer conquers waters of Penn Cove

When she embarks on long distance swims, Paige Nuzzolillo’s only opponent is herself.

Photo by David Welton

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Woodbeys showcases Clinton’s creative spirit

The 4-foot-tall wooden dolls started popping up outside of the South Whidbey businesses in 2024.

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Langley store has no cents

The downtown Langley grocery store is no longer accepting or giving out pennies as change.