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Shimada warns of fake campaign emails

A county commissioner candidate announced that emails with derogatory comments were not from her.

Photo by David Welton

Business

Father and son find success in milling business

The Whidbey Millhouse wood shop sources quality lumber from sustainable family-owned mills.

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Johnson seeks fourth term as commissioner

The longest serving member of the current Board of Commissioners wants another four years.

Photo by Luisa Loi
Grief Counselor Sally Chessington (played by Amy Jones) shouts at Norman (Chris Kehoe) after Eric (Wesley Moran, at right) told her he’s deaf.

Life

‘Cash on Delivery!’ offers zany, physical fun

This month, The Whidbey Playhouse presents “Cash on Delivery.”

Photo by Luisa Loi

Life

Whidbey plans event to honor Vietnam era veterans

Commissioner Bacon plans an event to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.

A truck brings in helical anchors to a Whidbey Shores property to pin the new foundation. (Photo courtesy of Reddan Construction)

Life

Residents lift homes to protect against sea level rise

Some fed up property owners decided to bite the bullet and raise their home above the flood zone.

News

Rate hike proposed for Cascadia Water customers

Cascadia Water notified customers that increased rates will reflect additional revenue of $1,788,793

Photo by David Welton

Life

Swordplay group brings chivalry to Whidbey

Gather ‘round and behold this new opportunity to practice the noble art of swordsmanship.

Photo by David Welton

Life

Searching for purpose: A reporter’s journey through her star chart

Astrology has long been one of Graham Gori’s passions.

Photo by David Welton
South Whidbey Elementary School students release salmon into Maxwelton Creek in 2023.

News

Tests show half of Whidbey’s streams polluted

When Island County Natural Resources found half of the island’s streams are polluted.

News

Hospice services get a new building

WhidbeyHealth Hospice will soon have their own space outside of the hospital in Coupeville.

Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Neuberger
Chaplain, Lt Col, USAF (Ret) Jeffrey Neuberger stands with a wounded soldier, Gareth Evans, in Iraq.

News

Keeping the faith: Whidbey chaplain reflects on his years of service

Whidbey resident, retired Air Force lieutenant colonel owes his careers to the First Amendment.

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

Life

Whidbey offers Easter extravaganza for all

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