Life
Handyman, carpenter, carver: Clinton artist taking requests
A South Whidbey resident practices the ancient tradition of Tibetan woodcarving.
Business
Penn Cove, Holmes Harbor closed to shellfish harvesting
Island County’s primary shellfish provider suffers business setbacks after a new shellfish ban.
News
Coupeville Town Council reevaluates property agreement
Old agreement may limit Coupeville’s affordable housing.
Life
Oak Harbor Library hosts wildlife photography show
Holmes’ upcoming show focuses on many of Whidbey Island’s avian inhabitants
News
Fallen tree hits powerlines, ignites fire in Greenbank
Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue responded to a brush fire on Sunday.
News
Candidate withdraws from hospital board race
Theodore Smith has decided to drop out of the race for a seat on the public hospital district…
News
Oak Harbor City Council resumes marina discussion
Oak Harbor City Council remains divided on how to save the deteriorating marina
Life
Sailors, former and current, share long tradition of getting inked while serving
Attempting to define Navy tattoos is as difficult as attempting to define the people donning them.
Life
Whidbey Island Fair celebrates 100th birthday
Fairgoers could meet animals, try deep-fried foods and enjoy carnival rides.
Life
Neighbors spot rare hummingbird on Whidbey
Greenbank resident Vicki Burdeaux and her partner Marsha Coolidge noticed an unusual sight.
News
Homeless Coalition launches fundraiser amid threat of closure
The Whidbey Homeless Coalition needs help raising money to keep its two Island County shelters open.
News
Coupeville Town Council approves street closures for filming
Cameras will soon be rolling again on Central Whidbey.
News
South Whidbey Parks and Rec chooses bid for pickleball courts
Construction is expected to begin soon on a highly anticipated outdoor project on South Whidbey.