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Gary Lynn Putney

Gary Lynn Putney, 67, passed away Nov. 13 at his home in Langley. Services for Mr. Putney will…

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Gary Putney

Known as the John Wayne of South Whidbey, Gary Putney has left behind a legacy that means so…

Christine Johnson

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Falcons finish fall sports with solid performances

Before we get started on basketball and wrestling — first practice begins on Monday — it’s time to…

Former South Whidbey High School graduate Brandon Hern (kneeling) is pictured here while he served in Iraq from 2004-2005 with the Oregon National Guard.

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Local youth serve country with honor and distinction

A number of South Whidbey High School graduates have joined the military. On this Veterans Day, Nov. 11,…

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There’s no funny business in this busyness

Last weekend, after enjoying a huge bowl of hot n’ sour soup, chased by a plate of dan…

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County, Congress get tangled up in blue

The blue wave that swept Republicans from Congress on Election Day also washed over Whidbey Island, thwarting any…

Thomas Berry Hall is set up as a theater for screening and discussion of issue-based films. Jim Hall

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Reflective Reels’ gives islanders something to talk about

The journey down the dirt road into the woods and meadows of the Whidbey Institute at Chinook solidifies…

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Taxable retail sales are up all over the county

Island business is on the upswing, with Langley showing the biggest single percentage increase in taxable retail sales…

These young musicians and dancers will be appearing at the talent show. Pictured top row

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Performers gear up for Talent Show

Check out the “Cream of the Crop,” at this year’s 21st Annual School/Community Talent Show, coming Friday, Nov.…

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Parks district asks for help on master plan

Mothers who take their children to play at Playground in the Park; youth who enjoy the skatepark and…

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Gilbert F. Horvath

Gilbert F. Horvath, 85, of Marysville and Clinton died Nov. 10, 2006. He was born Dec. 16, 1920…

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Ward Arnold Russell

Ward Russell passed away on Nov. 9, 2006 at the Bailey Bushay Hospice Facility in Seattle. Ward is…

Green Car Company owner Susan Fahnestock sits in her personal SmartCar before her talk at The Exchange Monday night. Made in Germany by Mercedes-Benz and shaped like a tilted egg

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Exchange covers a greener approach to buying a new car

There’s an automotive revolution underway in this country and this time, it’s for real. A recent Time magazine…