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A U.S. Navy officer, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14, celebrates a change of command aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (Courtesy photo)

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Whidbey’s Wizards return after historic deployment

Electronic Attack Squadron 133 returned home to Whidbey from a five-month deployment

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Number of tourists down, dollars up

The year 2024 saw fewer tourists on Whidbey, but those people spent more money than normal.

Photo by Jennifer Holmes

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Wild and wily on Whidbey Island

With a myriad of missing dog reports, Whidbey residents may think coyotes are to blame.

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New VA clinic coming to Oak Harbor

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will soon open a new clinic at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

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Wine fridge causes Christmas Day fire

A malfunctioning appliance led to a fire in the basement of a Clinton home on Dec. 25.

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Logs cause ferry cancellations on Christmas Eve

The Salish turned back to Port Townsend due to driftwood obstructing Keystone Harbor.

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Clinton sandwich shop changes hands

Regulars of Pickles Deli might miss a familiar face behind the counter next time they visit.

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Oak Harbor woman accused of robbery, assault

A resident is accused of entering a home unlawfully and assaulting a woman who was dating her ex.

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Hospital’s behavioral health care is seeing positive results

WhidbeyHealth is making strides in addressing the island’s need for mental health services.

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Commissioners to increase their travel stipend

The commissioners rescinded pay increases but found another way to receive higher compensation.

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Cascadia Water customers may see bills double

A significant hike in rates may still be on the horizon for customers of Cascadia Water.

Photo by Ian Tiessen

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Cost of taking out the trash to spike

Whidbey residents who drop off trash will see a price hike.

Photo by David Welton

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Home for the birds

Over the past few years, Greenbank resident John Schmidt has constructed close to 400 birdhouses.