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    Articles by Celeste Erickson
    Leon Sher holds up a copy of the Time Life book featuring photos he took of the aftermath of sinking a Japanese destroyer during a visit to Mark Eager’s U.S. history class at South Whidbey High School.
    WWII pilot, an Oak Harbor resident tells war...
    By Celeste Erickson • March 19, 2014 6:58 pm

    South Whidbey students got a first-person account of some of the toughest times of the 20th century last week from a man credited as being the only WWII fighter pilot to sink a Japanese destroyer with machine-gun fire.

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    Greenbank residents Arlee Anderson and Barbara Douglas pull weeds during a volunteer day at Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens in preparation for the spring nursery plant sale March 22 and 23.
    Meerkerk Gardens prepares for upcoming sale
    By Celeste Erickson • March 14, 2014 6:30 pm

    Buds are blossoming and rhodies are lining the paths of Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens as staff members prepare to open the season with the sale.

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    Elaine Ludtke
    Whidbey orchestra draws musicians back to their instruments
    By Celeste Erickson • March 12, 2014 1:12 pm

    For many musicians, their love of music starts at a young age. But after years of practice, some part with their instrument for new endeavors.

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    Gerry Woolery shows Lexie Smith
    Adventures in the kitchen | Students learn to...
    By Celeste Erickson • March 7, 2014 7:00 pm

    One part ambition, two parts learning and a dash of expertise to lead the way. That is the recipe for students taking part in The HUB’s newest after-school class, Chef Cooking Series for Youth, featuring four South Whidbey chefs.

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    Work on the South Whidbey Harbor expansion project is largely complete and officials are preparing for a soft opening later this month.
    Nearly finished, South Whidbey Harbor soft opening planned
    By Celeste Erickson • March 7, 2014 6:50 pm

    The lights are on and workers are preparing for the first round of boats in the expanded area of South Whidbey Harbor, scheduled to open later this month.

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    Troy Chapman practices a piece from his new album “Time and the Hours.” The music features layers of sounds from an array of instruments he created with the Troy Chapman Group.
    Langley musician explores sound in modern album
    By Celeste Erickson • March 5, 2014 4:46 pm

    Listening to a song for the first time can be a loaded experience. Everything from the mood of the listener to the ambiance in the background impacts the first encounter.

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    South Whidbey High School alumna’s piece featured in orchestra performance
    South Whidbey High School alumna’s piece featured in...
    By Celeste Erickson • March 5, 2014 4:41 pm

    The Saratoga Orchestra of Whidbey Island is diving into its third concert of the Season of Discovery this Sunday.

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    Bekah Zachritz practices her song “Motherhood and Mine
    Women take to the stage for WOW conference
    By Celeste Erickson • February 28, 2014 8:06 pm

    A day for everyone and a message for all — told by women.

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    Ed Halloran is sworn in by Port of South Whidbey Commissioner Curt Gordon at a special meeting Tuesday
    Port of South Whidbey chooses Halloran for District...
    By Celeste Erickson • February 28, 2014 7:56 pm

    The Port of South Whidbey is back to full strength.

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    Zach McKenna
    Participants determine ‘Deadly Deed’ culprit at Langley Mystery...
    By Celeste Erickson • February 26, 2014 2:31 pm

    Langley’s 30th annual mystery weekend came to a close Sunday as residents and out-of-towners cracked the case of “The Deadly Deed.”

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    Madyson Hunter and Faith O’Brochta rehearse a company dance piece by choreographer Aaron Cash to be performed Feb. 28
    Island Dance leaps into contemporary for combined performance
    By Celeste Erickson • February 21, 2014 7:18 pm

    Dancers across the island are combining the energy of competition with the strength of technique for the first time in the upcoming performance INFUSION of Dance.

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    Jadi McCullum and Gavriel Ewart work on materials for the Youth in Philanthropy class. The class is seeking applications for a $13
    South Whidbey Academy students try hand at grant...
    By Celeste Erickson • February 21, 2014 7:13 pm

    For a group of students at South Whidbey Academy, it’s time to give back to their community.

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    Jacqueline Gabelein works on a road improvement project on Possession Road for Island County. Gabelein is recognized in a national campaign for Anheuser-Busch called “Busch Heroes” for her hard work and community involvement.
    ‘Not your typical girl’ | South Whidbey resident...
    By Celeste Erickson • February 20, 2014 10:00 am

    Jacqueline Gabelein is awake and leaving for the gym by 3:45 a.m. She trains for an hour and is back at her home by 5:30 a.m. to get started on her chores, starting the fire and packing lunches.

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