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Upcycled furniture for auction at fundraiser

Habitat for Humanity is engaging Whidbey and Camano artists in the fight for affordable housing.

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Meg Olson and Felix Hall show off some of the classic and contemporary titles found at Kingfisher Bookstore that have faced challenges or ban attempts at various points throughout history.

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Event brings light to banned books

In celebration of Banned Books Week, Kingfisher Bookstore in Coupeville is hosting a trivia night.

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Martha Olsen is a Rosemaling artist. The style of her work, pictured above, originated in Scandinavia. She will present on the art form at the Whidbey Island Nordic Lodge Sept. 17.

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Nordic Lodge to resume meeting

The Whidbey Island Nordic Lodge is resuming meetings with a presentation on a Scandinavian art form.

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Port of Coupeville seeks new commissioner

Commissioner Patrick Kennedy announced his resignation from the board.

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From left, Syd Carver, Jackson Murphy, Derek Hoshiko, Maggie Nattress and Annie Philp were hopeful about forthcoming climate action but disappointed in the county’s decision not to declare an emergency Tuesday.

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County passes climate resolution

Activists lament omission of emergency declaration.

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Jeanette Burton will turn 100 years old this month and hopes to celebrate by relaxing all day.

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Navy veteran to celebrate 100th birthday

An Oak Harbor World War II veteran will celebrate her 100th birthday this month.

Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue stakeholders break ground for a new fire station Sept. 1. (Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times)

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Building begins on fire station

Work on a new Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue station has finally begun.

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Teenager dies in Oak Harbor shooting

An Oak Harbor High School student died as a result of a shooting Tuesday afternoon.

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Melissa Johnson teaches guitar lessons through the new Oak Harbor chapter of Guitars for Vets.

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Oak Harbor nonprofit aids vets with PTSD

An Oak Harbor nonprofit is striking a chord with Whidbey Island veterans and their loved ones.

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County to formalize commitment to climate action

Commissioners have finalized a draft resolution on the county’s intent to work on climate change.

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Schools to follow updated COVID guidelines

Measures to mitigate and respond to COVID-19 will remain similar to last school year.

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Base plans public open house

Naval Air Station Whidbey Island will be open to the public on Sept. 17 for a base open…

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A Navy firefighter aims a hose at a helicopter fire during an emergency simulation at Outlying Field Coupeville Aug. 17.

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Navy runs fiery training

A simulated helicopter crash brought together Navy and civilian agencies Wednesday for training.