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A grey owl sits in a tree. (Photo by Cara Hefflingher)

Life

Night watchers: Owl lecture to shine light on Whidbey Island’s eeriest bird

As the days grow darker, the haunting calls through Whidbey’s woods grow louder.

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Real estate agent accused of axing trees

A Clinton man is facing malicious mischief charges.

An orca slaps the water in south Whidbey in 2020. (Photo by Rachel Haight)

Life

Whidbey’s premiere whale watcher shares love of orcas

Soon, sighting may increase on the island.

Kevin Brown

News

Warrant issued on assault suspect

A conviction would result in a mandatory life sentence without the possibility of parole.

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Meet the Island Transit director candidates

The Island Transit board is urging community members to meet the three finalists for the position.

Photo by Luisa Loi
Henry VandenHaak also grows carnivorous plants.

Business

Oak Harbor greenhouse celebrates 70 years

In celebration of this milestone, the co-owners invite community members to an open house.

News

Parks and rec nixes pool deck enhancement, decides deductible options

South Whidbey Parks and Rec may back some design elements for a new aquatic recreation facility.

News

Bad music video leads to felony

Oak Harbor man accused of violating a no-contact order by sending angry texts to his ex-girlfriend.

Photo by Luisa Loi
On Sept. 30, a truck transported the 40-foot-tall “Angel de la Creatividad” sculpture from Bellingham.

News

Angel sculpture crosses last bridge

A new Oak Harbor sculpture crossed Deception Pass on Monday.

Pastor John Laffoon skates in the parking lot of Grace by the Sea. (Photo by Luisa Loi)

Life

A gnarly welcome: Skateboarding pastor comes to Whidbey

After Rev. Kyle Logan bid farewell to Whidbey to start a new church in Oregon, a new pastor…

News

Langley City Council resumes discussion on cutting committee

Langley officials are again considering condensing the number of citizen-led commissions.

Photo by David Welton

Business

A Commons cause: Nonprofit starts fundraiser to keep building

A beloved community gathering spot in the heart of Langley is in need of some financial support.

Photo by Dawn Mercer

Life

Whidbey gourd grower wins big again

Lee Roof’s pumpkin was crowned the heaviest gourmand at the Skagit Valley Giant Pumpkin Festival.