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Equestrian vaulting is more than just horsing around

The Big Rhed Barn in Coupeville offers the only equestrian vaulting program on Whidbey Island.

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Century-old schooner makes national register

The recognition makes grants for the schooner’s maintenance more accessible.

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Trial begins in murder of Whidbey man

The woman accused of murdering him nearly five years ago went to trial in Whatcom County.

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Hospital board seeks nominees

The WhidbeyHealth hospital board has two vacancies to fill due to resignations.

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4-H flourishes in Island County

Despite unprecedented challenges over the past few years, enrollment has increased.

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Photographer focuses on community

A retired cardiologist will have a solo exhibit through February at the Frank Rose Gallery.

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Residents rally against ICE, for democracy

Hundreds of Whidbey residents demonstrated in Coupeville on Friday.

David Lura officiated the St. Patrick's Day parade in 2022.

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Residents remember ‘Oak Harbor’s chaplain’

Pastor David Lura passed away Jan. 25 after a fight with cancer.

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School board member, CADA executive director running for auditor

Andrea Downs filed with the PDC this month to run for the elected office as a Democratic candidate.

Speed limits will change on Highway 20 in the south city limits of Oak Harbor, a decision made during a recent city council meeting.

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Oak Harbor adopts speed zone reductions

Council passed the ordinance — which helps align city code with state rules — unanimously.

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Sound Waters University returns to Coupeville

Food webs in the marine ecosystem is the theme of this year’s conference.

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Playhouse presents edgy rock musical

“RENT” is bringing powerful harmonies and themes of love, poverty and addiction to the Playhouse.

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Two hospital commissioners resign in wake of controversy

James Golder and James Canby resigned not long after voting to fire CEO Nathan Staggs.