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Federal judge sentences Oak Harbor man to life in prison for child sexual assault

A Georgia jury convicted 32-year-old Austin M. Burak of abusive sexual contact of a child.

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This aerial view of the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds shows where solar arrays could be placed on top of the buildings.

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Microgrid feasibility study to be conducted in Langley

The city received a $250,000 Clean Energy Fund Grid Modernization grant.

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Life

Whidbey-based producer finds success in screenwriting

Kim Hornsby is busy behind the scenes of a handful of independent movies.

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Sports

Enforcer packs punch on Navy hockey team

An aviation maintenance officer stationed at NAS Whidbey is lacing up his skates for a hockey game.

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Vandals deface South Whidbey animal rescue

In response to the act of anger, community members came together to help fix the storefront.

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A crew of eight people gathered on set to begin filming.

Life

Movie filming begins in Coupeville

“Mistakhan” is a social thriller created by writer and director Van Allen Cooper

A map shows the areas of proposed UGA expansions around Oak Harbor.

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County, Oak Harbor officials head to Langley for comp plan discussions

County commissioners want to adopt a lower population projection, which will prevent an expanded UGA

Photo by David Welton

Business

Whidbey auto customizers are in the fast lane

Artisan Stitchworks’ Owner Gracin Bryan said the growth of his business still feels unreal.

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Candidate withdraws from hospital board race

A retired Navy physician has withdrawn her candidacy for a seat on the board governing WhidbeyHealth

(Photo by David Welton) Marie Fiore hopes attendees spread the word about the Cooperative and how “important it is to support our local farmers.”

Life

Feasting for a cause: ‘Frolic on the Farm’ supports cooperative

A South Whidbey farm invites locals to taste all that Whidbey has to offer — all for a…

Photo by David Welton

Life

Soup Box Derby returns to Langley

No engines are required to participate in the racing fun.

Women admire their nude photos in a Women’s Institute calendar. From left are actors Rusty Hendrix (Jessie), Jade Parmenter (Cora) and Katie Jones (Chris). (Photo by Marina Blatt)

Life

A good month for Calendar Girls: Whidbey Playhouse show raises funds for cancer

Friendship, body positivity and cheeky humor take center stage.

Chad Boyer

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Sex assault allegation against Oak Harbor teacher unrelated to school

An elementary school teacher from Oak Harbor was recently arrested on suspicion of rape and assault, according to…