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Salinity Seafood promotes native oyster, connects Whidbey’s beachfront farmers
Emily Wilder is particularly passionate about Washington’s only native oyster, dubbed “tiny but mighty”
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Orcas thrill onlookers at Deception Pass
A group of 21 orcas turned into a spectacle at Deception Pass, drawing crowds and photographers.
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County clerk retires but other family members come forward
Debra Van Pelt retired, but her husband and daughter seek county election positions.
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Coupeville School Board adopts $1.1 million in cuts
Teachers’ union rep warned cuts may fall disproportionately on employees working with students.
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A taste of Whidbey: Visiting chefs craft four-hour feast
Captain Whidbey Inn, a Coupeville gem nestled on the banks of Penn Cove, came alive with food, drink
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Nonprofit hopes to build affordable housing in Coupeville
County commissioners approved a $1 million contract to fund Island Roots Housing’s purchase of land.
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Prairie Days offers rare look at threatened ecosystem
The event takes place at the Pacific Rim Institute For Environmental Stewardship in Coupeville.
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Whidbey writer’s animated whale film makes waves
An award-winning animated short has ties to Whidbey Island.
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Arts show focuses on supersizing joy
Two Whidbey artists are proving that joy can come in many forms
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Armed man threatens roommate
A Whidbey man was charged with felony harassment and unlawful possession of a firearm.
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Survey paints troubling picture of leadership, morale in Coupeville schools
A new survey reported staff dissatisfaction with the Coupeville superintendent and school board.
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Expanding heart care close to home
A pair of cardiologists are bringing new heart to WhidbeyHealth hospital with expanded medical care.
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City looking at restrictions on RV parking
Adoption of the ordinance isn’t asssured, as council members expressed reservations.