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    Freeland Cafe celebrates 50 years of food and...
    By Kira Erickson • May 31, 2024 1:30 am

    Freeland Cafe remains a popular spot for old friends to meet and take in some grub.

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    Photo by Luisa Loi
    AB brings chill sweetness to town
    By Luisa Loi • May 28, 2024 1:30 am

    Oak Harbor recently welcomed a place where families can satisfy their sweet cravings.

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Tyler Myers, president and CEO of the Myers Group, celebrates his selection as the WFIA 2023-24 Retailer of the Year. The award was presented at a surprise ceremony held May 13 at the Goose.
    Myers Group wins award
    By Kira Erickson • May 18, 2024 1:30 am

    Clinton retail management firm named Retailer of the Year.

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    Michelle Graham samples a glass of wine. She and her husband, Kyle O’Neill, are the owners of Leo & Leto’s, formerly known as Blooms Winery. (Photo by David Welton)
    Change fermenting at Freeland winery
    By Kira Erickson • May 17, 2024 1:30 am

    There’s a fresh but familiar face behind the former Blooms Winery and 5511 Bistro.

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    Photo by David Welton
Mutiny Bay Books has titles from just about every genre, including the helpful “Homeschooling for Dummies.”
    New beginning for Freeland bookstore
    By Kira Erickson • May 17, 2024 1:30 am

    Mutiny Bay Books is a novelty among the collection of banks, thrift stores, wineries and restaurants of Freeland’s commercial district.

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    Ferry Cove host Ryan Anderson makes an announcement on the ferry radio in the basement. (Photo by David Welton)
    Ferry-themed Airbnb welcomes all aboard
    By Sam Fletcher • May 10, 2024 1:30 am

    Tucked behind the Clinton ferry line, a small path leads to Ferry Cove, an immersive vacation rental

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A family photo of Jack Ng, his siblings and parents. Jack Ng is on the far right with his “Alaska long hair.”
    Restaurant owner celebrates 25 years of China City
    By Kira Erickson • May 3, 2024 1:30 am

    For Jack Ng, the American Dream has become a reality with success of his Chinese restaurants.

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    Photo by David Welton
    Charcuterie business open in Freeland
    By Kira Erickson • April 26, 2024 1:30 am

    Biercuterie offers artisan cheeses, cured meats, craft beers and other delights fit for a picnic.

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    Island Gro trimmer Aaron Rogers cleans up the buds of the most recent harvest. (Photo by Sam Fletcher)
    Locally owned cannabis business grows indoors
    By Sam Fletcher • April 19, 2024 1:30 am

    The Crandalls, owners of Island Gro, are no strangers to the rollercoaster of recreational legality.

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    Photo by Sam Fletcher
Ariah Bepler of Kings-Men Construction sands Jumbo Burrito’s floor to prepare the restaurant to re-open in two weeks.
    Oak Harbor’s favorite burrito joint to reopen
    By Sam Fletcher • April 16, 2024 1:30 am

    Jumbo Burrito will be reopening soon after a three-and-a-half-month closure.

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    Photo by David Welton
    Father and son find success in milling business
    By Kira Erickson • April 5, 2024 1:30 am

    The Whidbey Millhouse wood shop sources quality lumber from sustainable family-owned mills.

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    Photo by Luisa Loi
Andy Plumlee, owner of Popsies, hands a bag of Whidbey Style popcorn, a blend of caramel and cheese flavors.
    Popsies offers kaleidoscope of popcorn flavors
    By Luisa Loi • April 2, 2024 1:30 am

    Displayed above the colorful taffies, bags containing different twists to the classic popcorn.

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    Black Press Media operates Sound Publishing, the largest community news organization in Washington State with dailies and community news outlets in Alaska.
    Black Press Media concludes transition of ownership
    March 25, 2024 3:50 pm

    Black Press Media, which operates Sound Publishing, completed its sale Monday (March 25), following the formerly announced corporate restructuring.

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