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At almost 101, Eileen Wilson wouldn’t change a thing | NOTABLE
On March 29, 1912, in Davenport, Iowa, Charles and Lucinda Van Arnam welcomed their only child, a daughter…
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Whidbey artists blaze a trail of adventure
Every working artist juggles the need to create and to market those creations with more practical considerations such…
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Playscape offers rainy day salvation for parents and kids
“We hope Playscape will be plumb full of moms and their children,” said Kristin Lasher, as she joined…
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Island County fair buildings make Heritage Barn Registry
For nearly 75 years, the Pole Building at the Island County Fairgrounds has been the first building fairgoers…
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Habitat finds a happy home in Freeland
“People like helping Habitat for Humanity,” said Sandra Stipe, manager of the nonprofit organization’s retail store in Freeland.
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Mother Mentors offer support and practical help
“I came to a time in my life when I knew I still had one thing I wanted…
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Freeland quilter finds joy in design, creating
Whether she’s traveling, gardening, cooking or spending time with her grandchildren, Beth Whitman of Freeland is always thinking…
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All that jazz: OutCast attracts Whidbey jazz musicians every Sunday
Chilly Sunday nights promise to heat up with sizzling jazz at the OutCast Theatre at the Island County…
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Guild weaves Uncommon Threads together at Greenbank
“I just love walking into the Uncommon Threads event on the first day,” said weaver Linda LaMay of…
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Opening hearts: Photo exhibit teaches that love makes a family
Families come to be in a number of ways. “God’s love goes where it will go,” said Larry…
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Experience art at the source on Whidbey Island Open Studio Tour
Artists offer a glimpse of their worlds, demonstrate and explain their creative processes, and sell their artwork during…
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Clinton Community Council one step closer to reality
As the sun set on a sunny September Thursday, about 70 Clinton residents and business owners gathered at…
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Whidbey Island Nourishes volunteers battle youth hunger
When South Whidbey schools opened their doors this fall, 32 percent of the students qualified for free and…