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Freeland resident Kevin Lungren has been commuting to the office using his paddleboard. It’s a commute he can do in all seasons and just about any type of weather, except wind. (Photo by Kira Erickson/South Whidbey Record)

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Boarding commute

A Whidbey man gets to work in Freeland by paddleboard — weather permitting.

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Langley City Council discusses pilot dog park

In Monday’s meeting, the idea to do a pilot project for a dog park fetched the council’s attention.

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Traffic, utility rate studies planned for city of Langley

Langley will participate in studies on speeding on Sixth Street and affordability of utility rates.

Photo by Kira Erickson/South Whidbey Record

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If looks could kilt: Whidbey club celebrates Scottish garb

More than four dozen lads and lasses from South Whidbey are part of the Rampant Kilt Society.

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South Whidbey Harbor sees revenue surging post-COVID

The trend appears to carry through community.

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Concerts ahoy! Shifty Sailors to perform Saturday

Landlubbers are invited to experience a mini concert by two musical groups who have joined together.

Photo by Kira Erickson

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In the trees: Couple takes Whidbey Island vacation rental to new heights

Max Lindsay-Thorsen and Tatiana Rocha always knew they wanted to build treehouses.

Photo by Kira Erickson
From left to right: Gail Fleming, Harolynne Bobis and Rhonda Salerno all wear different hats as members of Langley citizen-led committees. The three women, who are currently running for positions on the city council, announced this week that they are planning to run as a slate.

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Three running as slate for city council

Harolynne Bobis, Rhonda Salerno and Gail Fleming are running for Langley City Council as a slate.

Photo by Kira Erickson

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Whidbey Island Fair returns

Visitors gather to take their turns on carnival rides and watch beloved 4-H animals compete.

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Whidbey Island Fair makes return after year off

A beloved tradition that took a hiatus in 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic is back this year.

Photo by Kira Erickson
Gary Gabelein, this year's grand marshal of the Whidbey Island Fair parade, with his donkey, Cleopatra.

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Longtime fair volunteer, community member chosen as this year’s grand marshal

Gary Gabelein has a long history of involvement with the Whidbey Island Fair.

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Langley Council members clash over need for fourth officer, advisory committee

Langley City Council voted down Councilmember Craig Cyr’s proposal in a 4-1 vote.

Photo by Monte Cline 
Pianist and composer Walt Wagner is making a return to WICA. This time, he will be bringing members of his jazz trio to perform.

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Walt Wagner Trio performing at WICA July 17

Tickets are selling fast for a performer who has a special connection with Whidbey Island.