News
Shooting investigation leads police to drugs, cash
The victim of a Jan. 11 shooting in Oak Harbor is now facing charges for allegedly dealing drugs…
Life
Learn the ways of the lighthouse keeper
The Admiralty Head Lighthouse has some new exhibits whisking visitors away from Fort Casey to a nostalgic realm…
News
South Whidbey school officials discuss funding woes
Audience members, district leaders engaged in two-hour discussion on finances, community involvement
News
McCullough named as chamber director
The Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce has found Magi Aguilar’s successor.
News
Oak Harbor schools may cut 53 positions
The district might cut $3.8 million from the 2024-25 budget and eliminate 53 staff positions.
News
Good grief! Phone is gone with the wind
Sometime last week, the South Whidbey wind phone was stolen.
News
UW study finds health implications from Growler noise
A study on the health effects of noise from Growlers and an opinion piece received strong reactions.
News
Northern lights, meteor light up Whidbey night
Just before the strongest geomagnetic storm in 21 years, a fireball left some residents in awe.
Business
Ferry-themed Airbnb welcomes all aboard
Tucked behind the Clinton ferry line, a small path leads to Ferry Cove, an immersive vacation rental
News
Langley City Council approves fairgrounds zoning change
The Port of South Whidbey’s proposal to amend the zoning at the Fairgrounds has moved forward.
News
Island County commissioners won’t fund drone fireworks display
A light show of unmanned aerial vehicles does not qualify as fireworks, county commissioners said.
News
Town boardwalk project meeting draws a crowd
Attendees spoke passionately about the Front Street boardwalk and the Main Street sidewalk project.
Life
Mermaids at Ren Faire a shore thing
The Mutiny Mermaid Pod will be at the Whidbey Island Renaissance Faire on Memorial Day weekend.