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A student painted this mask representing how people view him from the outside.

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Art program helps jail inmates cope

Through art, inmates in Island County Jail have been learning healthy ways to cope.

Photo by David Welton
A toddler is suspicious of the Easter Bunny during last year’s egg hunt in Clinton.

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Whidbey offers Easter extravaganza for all

Oak Harbor residents have until Friday to help cheerleaders raise money for uniforms.

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Woman’s best friend: South Whidbey resident starting dog support group

Christina Moats decided to create a support group to connect fellow dog lovers on the island.

Whidbey author Peter Hunt showcasing his books at the Pacific Northwest Naval Air Museum on Thursday (Photo by Sam Fletcher)

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Whidbey author releases new book

Peter Hunt has lived many profound chapters. His favorite: writing about these experiences.

Around 50 people from a few months old to seniors encircled a propane firepit by a beautiful historic barn of the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds. (Photo courtesy of David Stern)

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Islanders celebrates spring with drum circle

Spring is here, and about 50 South Whidbey noisemakers gathered Tuesday evening to celebrate.

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From Oak Harbor to Paisley Park: Whidbey artist brings wood to life

In four years, Chad Pilkington has carved birds, aliens, turtles, dinosaurs, Bruiser and more.

Photo by David Welton

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Puppy love: Clinton pet center raises funds for rescue animals

Critters and Co. has provided refuge for 225 animals, including 97 dogs and puppies.

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Indigenous scholar Lyla June Johnson to speak at WICA

Join indigenous scholar Lyla June Johnston for a lecture on ways to heal our land.

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Rita Bartell Drum.

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Woman starts chapter of Chesterson society

Whidbey Island’s newly established a Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton chapter.

Photo by Laura Houck Photography
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Miss Oak Harbor royalty announced

The 2024 Miss Oak Harbor Scholarship Pageant, sponsored by Sylvan Learning Center of Oak Harbor and held on…

Photo by Sam Fletcher
Oak Harbor resident Laurie Monical shows her most recent giant runt pigeon, Kahlua.

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Oak Harbor resident raises rare, ancient pigeons

Oak Harbor resident’s latest passion is the oldest and largest domestic pigeon breed in the world.

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Deer’s Cry concert for St. Patrick’s Day

The Whidbey Island Music Festival offers concerts in anticipation of the main event this summer.

Bruce Eckholm displays some lively bees despite some cold weeks this winter. (Photo by Sam Fletcher)

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Whidbey farmers prepare for an early spring

Despite a cold last week, the mild winter on Whidbey may lead to an optimal spring for farmers.