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Annie Philp, center, leads student counter-protesters. (Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times)

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Students counter a protest against social justice education

Hundreds of demonstrators lined the street in front of South Whidbey High School Friday afternoon.

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Assessed value of homes continues to rise sharply

The median value of houses in Island County that sold in May 2021 was nearly 30 percent higher…

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Seven valedictorians top SWHS class of 2021

The students are at the top of their class of 113.

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One has applied so far for Langley mayor vacancy

Interested candidates have until June 15 to apply for the role.

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Langley rescinds mask mandate

The city council voted to follow state COVID-19 guidelines instead.

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Harpist Maxine Eilander and guitarist Stephen Stubbs will be performing songs by Franz Schubert at this year's Whidbey Island Music Festival.

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Music Festival tunes up to celebrate 16th season

Tickets are now available for the annual Whidbey Island Music Festival.

An artist’s rendering of “Angel de la Creatividad” by Mexico City artist Sebastián shows the 37-foot-tall metal sculpture in its proposed location in Windjammer Park. Rendering provided.

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Survey about ‘Angel’ sculpture open until June 16

The sculpture has been mired in controversy since it was presented to the park board in February.

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Bank robber who appeared on TV show sentenced

Richard T. Young pleaded guilty in Island County Superior Court June 4 and got two years in prison.

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City staff have said that Northwest Elwha Street will be a better an entrance to Oak Harbor's future 75-acre park despite the city council and a public survey indicating residents would prefer initial access on Gun Club Road.

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Council refuses to pay for traffic study after the fact

The council voted 4-3 to reject an amendment to cover the cost of the traffic study.

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COVID-19 vaccine plentiful across Whidbey Island

Even with the availability of vaccines, only 41 percent of county residents are fully vaccinated.

Amanda Ferrara poses with ball python Lemon and bearded dragon Drogon. (Photo by Karina Andrew/Whidbey News-Times)

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Whidbey woman has warm heart for cold-blooded critters

Amanda Ferrara owns 14 scaly friends of her own, each with its own unique personality.

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Island high schools plan for live graduation ceremonies

All Whidbey Island high schools are hosting graduation ceremonies, but other senior events may vary.

Caraleigh Hernandez, 10, left, and her sister Denelle, 14, play on the beach at Deception Pass State Park. (Photo by Emily Gilbert/Whidbey News-Times)

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Number of visitors nears pre-pandemic levels

Ferry riders and park visitors have increased.