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Konni Smith sizes up her next shot. (Photo by John Fisken)

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Green on Greens: Community displays generosity in memorial golf tournament

While COVID-19 has put brakes on much of society’s activities, it didn’t slow down the financial support of…

Henry Booth pulls his boat out of the water after practice. (Photo by John Fisken)

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One-time team member takes over as sailing coach

Shawn P. O’Connor was once the student, now he is the teacher.

Anna Anderson chips to the green in the Ladies’ Short and Sweet Par-3 Challenge Thursday, Sept. 10, at the Whidbey Golf Club. (Photo by John Fisken)

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Rhodes, Franssen lead ladies’ par-3 golf tournament

The Short and Sweet Challenge usually takes place in March but was postponed because of COVID-19.

COVID-19 calling audibles: Oak Harbor football players adjusting to changes

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COVID-19 calling audibles: Oak Harbor football players adjusting to changes

“School isn’t going to be the same without football in the fall” said one high school senior.

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DPSPS looking for volunteers for emergency response team

Volunteers for crew positions do not need to own a boat.

Most of the 2020 seniors are included in this photo taken for last spring’s South Whidbey High School sports program. Front row: junior Lara Napoli, junior Tayla Hymas, junior Lexi Wenzek, senior Chandra Wallace. Middle row: junior Sadie Wilson, senior McKenna Kelley, senior Ashley Ricketts, Joanie Welever, senior Alison Papritz. Back row: senior Ashley Ricketts, senior Chloe Loehr, senior Annika LeWarne, senior Oliana Stange, senior Jenna Pfeiffer, junior Laila Gmerek. (Photo by Jim Waller/Whidbey News-Times)

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Tennis team aces relationships: Falcons lose final season together because of virus

Losing one last season with the Class of 2020 was tough for a South Whidbey High School tennis…

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Penn Cove Brewing Company hosts annual golf tournament

The tournament is Saturday, Sept. 19, at 1 p.m.

Alex Black. (Photo by John Fisken)

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Falcon seniors had talent for title run but not opportunity

Winning isn’t everything — but in high school varsity sports, they do keep score and they do keep…

Calorie counter: Strength coach helps fuel athletes

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Calorie counter: Strength coach helps fuel athletes

Oak Harbor High School strength and conditioning coach Colby Heefner recognized a problem and did some heavy lifting…

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Life jackets essential for water safety

While more warm days lie ahead on Whidbey Island, a fall into the water can be dangerous and…

Island Greens sold, likely to close

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Island Greens sold, likely to close

Although tucked away in the backwoods of Clinton, Island Greens is not a hidden gem.

Harwell misses chance for state track berth but cherishes memories of career

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Harwell misses chance for state track berth but cherishes memories of career

Like the barriers he faces while running the steeplechase in track, recent South Whidbey High School graduate Michael…

Canceled season is hurdle Falcons can’t clear

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Canceled season is hurdle Falcons can’t clear

Three South Whidbey athletes were denied the opportunity to double down on a rare feat when the high…