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At least 150 witches signed up to walk in the event in what appears to be the beginning of a new Halloween tradition in town. (Photo by David Welton)

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Witches cast a spell in Coupeville

A coven 150 strong and clad in cloaks and pointy hats congregated in celebration of Halloween.

Members of the Whidbey Handmaids participated in Saturday’s protest. (Photo by Sailing with Paul Porter)
Handmaidens made an impact at the No Kings protest. (Photo by Sailing with Paul Porter)

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Handmaids, historical figures, musicians join Whidbey rally

Organizers estimated that more than 2,500 people participated throughout the day.

Photo from “A War With Time,” the acoustic music video on Youtube
Brandi Carlile plays the guitar on her boat.

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Grammy winner makes video on Whidbey boat

Brandi Carlile played“A War With Time” on her sailboat Captain Fantastic.

Photo by David Welton

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City ponders sale of Langley Library building

Given its financial situation, city officials are looking into transferring ownership of the library

Photo by Laina Stonefelt

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Bear witness: Whidbey environmental educator captures wild art

Laina Stonefelt traveled to Churchill, Manitoba.

Photo by David Welton

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True colors on display at Goosefoot show

An art and poetry competition on South Whidbey inspired a rainbow of pieces.

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Celebrity gardener entertains Whidbey club

Ciscoe Morris bestowed gardening advice upon more than 50 members of the Oak Harbor Gardening Club.

Photo provided by Garry Heinrich

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Presentation to dive into northern elephant seals of Whidbey

Garry Heinrich is a response coordinator for the Central Puget Sound Marine Mammal Stranding Network

Photo by Beth Chamberlin
Nels Auchterlonie, age 5, uses all of his strength to lift up a pumpkin bigger than his torso.

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Pick and choose a pumpkin patch

Beyond the ubiquitous orange gourds, several island farms offer activities.

Photo by Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue

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Dog sole victim in Central Whidbey residential fire

Firefighters responded to a residential fire at 7:28 a.m. Friday on Fort Casey Road.

Photo by David Welton

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Dead deer may be sign of disease on Whidbey

Mysterious deer deaths have people wondering if a deadly disease may be in the population.

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Bizarre police chase begins on Whidbey, ends in crash

Prosecutors charge Andrew I. Newman with attempting to elude a pursuing police vehicle.

Photo provided by WICA
From left, April Jane Herrild, Hilary Pickles, Alyssa Keene and Hailey Henderson.

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Yee-haw! ‘Cowboys’ riding onto WICA stage

An adaptation of “Cowboys Are My Weakness” is coming to the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts stage.