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Susan Lois Nerison

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Susan Lois Nerison: March, 5, 1949 – November, 18, 2025

Susan Lois Nerison, 76, of Clinton, Washington, passed away on November 18, 2025, in San Diego, California. She…

Opinion

Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus

Newspapers across the nation traditionally run this newspaper editorial during the Christmas season.

Letters to the Editor

Letter: Electric car battery provides power in outage

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Department of Defense photo by Thomas Paul
The North American Aerospace Defense Command was busy tracking Santa on Dec. 24, 2024 for the program’s 69th year in the NORAD Tracks Santa Operations Center located on Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. NORAD is a U.S. and Canada bi-national command charged with the missions of aerospace warning, aerospace control and maritime warning for North America.

Life

NORAD celebrates 70 years of tracking Santa

North American Aerospace Defense Command tracks Santa Claus on radar

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Life

Energize Langley builds local resilience on Whidbey

The Energize Langley kicked off its next phase in the aftermath of the atmospheric river events.

Life

Explore nature in an ADA-friendly walk

Whidbey Audubon Society is offering a unique opportunity for those with physical challenges.

Letters to the Editor

Letter: High fuel prices need to be addressed

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Letters to the Editor

Letter: City leaders have misplaced priorities

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Letters to the Editor

Letter: Obamacare was always a bad idea

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Becki Beusch

Obituaries

Becki Beusch

Becki Beusch passed away December 4, 2025, at her home in Greenville, South Carolina, due to complications of…

Letters to the Editor

Letter: Students thrive with family, community support

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Letters to the Editor

School foundation is more vital than ever

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The Star Store on Sept. 22, 2025 in Langley, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Business

Funky fun finds at Langley’s Star Store

Bring your gift list: The century-old Whidbey Island mercantile still surprises.