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WICA launches 10th birthday season
For its 10th anniversary season, Whidbey Island Center for the Arts has lined up one must-see show after…
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Tennis players ramp up
You have to listen carefully when Falcon tennis coach Tom Kramer speaks. “So far we haven’t replaced the…
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South Whidbey cross country runners hit their stride
It doesn’t seem like that far — just 3.1 miles, or a bit more than 12 laps around…
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Hodson scrambles the coaching game plan and wins
Falcon football coach Mark Hodson was hedging his bets the day before his team won their first home…
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Whidbey parks may purchase local links
The South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District may swing into the golf course business. Commissioners are considering buying…
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Younger soccer players stepping it up for Falcons
After losing eight seniors to graduation, South Whidbey girls soccer coach Paul Arand was a little apprehensive about…
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Selby is often a no-show at the ballot box
On Nov. 7, the people of Island County will cast their vote for prosecutor. It’s a given that…
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Falcons changing positions on the volleyball court
It’s possible that the Pythagorean theorem is the perfect antidote to volleyball. Or, maybe it’s the other way…
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Hospital seeks support for levy increase to improve EMS services
Voters will be asked to approve a $3.5 million levy to improve emergency services on Whidbey Island on…
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Local petty officer spends 9/11 anniversary in Afghanistan
Nearly five years after the U.S. went to war with Afghanistan to retaliate for the terrorist attacks of…
Obituaries
Harry B. Rich
Harry B. Rich passed away at home surrounded by his family on Sept. 10, 2006, in Freeland. He…
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How to make decisions, by Marilyn Monroe and others
How many times have you heard someone say, “You know, I’m not going to do that anymore!†How…
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Two county insiders battle for GOP nod in primary
Although the race for Island County sheriff has gotten much media attention, the run for county assessor is…