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John Stone stands with Nā Hiku’s crew, dressed in traditional garb he was gifted for the “awa” ceremony.

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Bon voyage, Cutty Sark

Whidbey’s iconic sailboat headed to Hawaii

Photo by David Welton

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Brace for busy 4th of July weekend traffic on and off Whidbey

The Fourth of July falls on Friday, promising long lines for drivers hoping to catch a state ferry.

A new mural on a state ferry and a new exhibit at the Langley Whale Center honor the legacy of Tokitae, a captive orca who lived at the Miami Seaquarium until her death in 2023 (Photo by Orca Network)

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Ferry event, mural to honor orca Tokitae

Nearly two years after her death, the lingering memory of Tokitae is still making a splash.

An eaglet in juvenile black plumage with its mother June 8 in their nest near Goss Lake on South Whidbey (Photo by Linda LaMar)

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No mortar fireworks in Island County this July 4

On Independence Day this year, on Whidbey, one type of firework will be missing from the mix.

Deception Pass Bridge

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Officials question DOT about lack of bridge plans

State DOT officials met Wednesday to talk about the future of the historic bridge.

Photo by Marina Blatt
I Support The Girls Whidbey Island volunteers laugh together as they showcase some decorated bras that will be at the auction. From left, Julie Rhodes, Kris Bobadilla, Candy Pearson, Wendy Rue and Kate Mistler

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Artistic bra auction is an uplifting event

“Supporting the girls” takes on a new meaning for Whidbey’s “Lift ‘Em Up” bra art event.

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Langley City Council rejects flag proposal

A proposal to honor neighboring nations did not fly at the most recent Langley City Council meeting.

Life

Festivities set for 4th of July

Whidbey Island has plenty to offer people looking for some Fourth of July fun next week.

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Festivities set for 4th of July

Whidbey Island has plenty to offer people looking for some Fourth of July fun next week.

A map from the Army Corps of Engineers shows proposed mitigation work for dredging at the Oak Harbor Marina.

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Mitigation is proposed as part of the Oak Harbor marina dredging

Proposed mitigation may include the removal of marina structures

The Roller Barn's exterior.

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Roller Barn to celebrate 75th anniversary amidst renovation

Celebrations will take place at the rink each day leading up to the anniversary, beginning June 27.

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Coupeville Lions Club giant garage sale is this weekend

Proceeds from the garage sale will go towards services the club provides to help the community

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South Whidbey Port mulls possible ICE interaction

Commissioners are considering how to communicate in the event of a visit from ICE