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Petting zoo set for ‘Peter and the Wolf’

An orchestral production of “Peter and the Wolf” will be part of a special afternoon on Whidbey.

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Oak Harbor City Council nixes mobile park annexation request

Council voted 5-1 to take no action on annexing Valley High Mobile Home Park into the city.

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The lights of Christmas

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Island County adopts new sales tax, 2026 budget

Island County commissioners adopted a one-tenth of 1% sales tax for criminal justice purposes.

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School mourns Oak Harbor man killed in crash

An Oak Harbor resident who was a beloved teacher at Anacortes High School was killed in a four-car…

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Invasive European green crab found near North Whidbey

Lagoon Point has had low numbers of the crabs captured intermittently since 2018

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The cast decks out in Christmas apparel, their faces smiling like it’s Christmas morning. Built in just six rehearsals, the production showcases the cast’s creativity and dedication.

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Christmas is spectacular at Whidbey Playhouse

The show blends classics with playful favorites while weaving in famous Christmas movie moments.

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Holland Happening, hydroplane race returning

Two of Oak Harbor’s beloved traditions, Holland Happening and Hydros for Heroes, are coming back.

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Firefighters rescue Whidbey man and Willie Nelson from bluff

The pair was rescued on Tuesday after becoming stranded on a steep bluff in Coupeville.

Dancers wear white dresses while standing on pointe, with Hannah Brackeen, age 15, in the role of Clara, at the front.

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Ballet Slipper dancers perform holiday magic

Young dancers are bringing the classic Christmas tale, “The Nutcracker,” to Whidbey in December.

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Island County eyes ways to clean up Lone Lake

Though toxins continue to persist in a lake, cleanup is costly and would likely take several years.

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Flag football tryouts kick off in Oak Harbor

Head Coach Mike Lonborg estimated over 30 girls participated

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Holiday spirit comes alive on Whidbey

Here is a list of all the ways to celebrate Christmas.