News
Coyote culling mistaken for active shooter on base
Gunshots reported by sailors working the night shift spurred a “short” lockdown last week.
News
Coupeville Wharf opens new dock
Replacing the dock cost about $600,000 and took four days of work.
Life
Century-old schooner makes national register
The recognition makes grants for the schooner’s maintenance more accessible.
News
Public records complaint filed against school district
Lawmakers are trying to reduce the burden of requests on districts, making the complaint timely.
Sports
Wildcats flag football eliminated from playoffs
Oak Harbor failed to score in its loss to Seattle Prep. on Saturday.
News
Navy base drowns drone
A drone intruded at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island on Tuesday but did not present any threat.
News
Reservist in hot water after flying drone at base
The drone, a small, commercial quadcopter, was rendered “inoperable” by base defense systems.
Life
Fanbulance spreads Seahawk spirit
North Whidbey resident Robert Brown is an owner of what he called the “ultimate tailgating rig.”
Sports
Wildcats flag football state-bound
Oak Harbor continued an already impressive inaugural season punching its ticket to state on Saturday
News
Residents rally against ICE, for democracy
Hundreds of Whidbey residents demonstrated in Coupeville on Friday.
News
Whidbey Island officials express alarm, fear over ICE in unprecedented session
Officials want Whidbey residents to prioritize their safety in potential encounters with ICE.
Life
Deer saved from plastic strap
Members of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and Coupeville Marshal’s Office helped it.