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State hands county major victory in fight over farming rules
In a lopsided victory for Island County, a state growth board said this week that the county’s new…
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Medical missionary makes Freeland her home
Two women in Freeland have joined forces to give islanders an all-around healthy approach to wellness. Roxana Jimenez,…
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Let the teachers rock and the school buses roll
A big shot attorney had to spend a couple of days in the hospital. He was a royal…
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WCT honors the woman who started it all
The founder of Whidbey Children’s Theater received a sweet surprise during the organization’s 25th anniversary celebration. Martha Murphy’s…
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New Orleans transplant reflects on Katrina
Leslii Van Netta didn’t feel like smiling into the camera to take a picture for the newspaper. She…
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Mastering the fine art of writing
When Jo Meador retired from Boeing, she wanted to give herself a little present: a degree in fine…
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Sports getting underway — Falcons to face North Mason in football
The South Whidbey High School fall sports season kicks off Friday night as the Falcon football team travels…
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Sheriff candidate faces charges in 911 incident
Charges were filed by the state Attorney General’s Office yesterday against former deputy and candidate for sheriff Jay…
Obituaries
Elizabeth R. Hebert
A memorial service for Elizabeth R. (Betty) Hebert who passed away suddenly on Aug. 27, 2006 will be…
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Wagging tales of happy trails
A couple of days ago I noticed that the electric palomino horse that kids and parents enjoy in…
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Bush Point boat ramp inches closer to completion
First, the boat launch ramp at Bush Point was due for completion by Memorial Day. Then port officials…
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Hometown Hero: Living for the greater good
Whether between two people, a community, or the world, a life lived for the greater good is bigger…
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Small travel agency focuses on eco-tourism
A travel gnome coming to the rescue of vacationers in distress. Suburban housewives challenged by a game show…