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Nonprofit hopes to build affordable housing in Coupeville
County commissioners approved a $1 million contract to fund Island Roots Housing’s purchase of land.
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A taste of Whidbey: Visiting chefs craft four-hour feast
Captain Whidbey Inn, a Coupeville gem nestled on the banks of Penn Cove, came alive with food, drink
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Survey paints troubling picture of leadership, morale in Coupeville schools
A new survey reported staff dissatisfaction with the Coupeville superintendent and school board.
Life
Whidbey writer’s animated whale film makes waves
An award-winning animated short has ties to Whidbey Island.
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Armed man threatens roommate
A Whidbey man was charged with felony harassment and unlawful possession of a firearm.
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Marsh makeover: Couple recognized for clean-up effort
Freund Marsh is nearly unrecognizable compared to what it was before.
Life
Arts show focuses on supersizing joy
Two Whidbey artists are proving that joy can come in many forms
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Expanding heart care close to home
A pair of cardiologists are bringing new heart to WhidbeyHealth hospital with expanded medical care.
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City looking at restrictions on RV parking
Adoption of the ordinance isn’t asssured, as council members expressed reservations.
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Concerns raised about kratom use on Whidbey
Oak Harbor City Council members discussed whether to regulate the sale of kratom within city limits.
Life
Dance company’s spring concert celebrates wide range of styles
Whidbey Island Dance Theatre is leaping past expectations for its annual spring concert.
Life
Filmmaker bringing snow to Langley
Ignore your local meteorologist: It’ll snow this summer in Langley.
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County surface water quality declining
Over half of the locations sampled county-wide failed to meet the state’s standards for water quality