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Proposed trail would create loop at Maxwelton park

The South Whidbey Parks and Rec District considers an addition to a popular network of trails.

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Committee presents White Paper on climate change

The Marine Resources Committee provided environmental recommendations for county commissioners.

Photo by Luisa Loi

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Oak Harbor welcomes new ‘gentle art’ academy

Mychal and Jorgi Cohen opened Bold Spirit, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy.

Bob and Rhonda Severns

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Severns retires after years of public service

Oak Harbor Mayor Bob Severns has had an eventful eight years at the head of the city.

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Oak Harbor man accused of kidnapping, rape

The man was armed with a handgun when he entered the bathroom where his estranged wife was.

Photo by David Welton

Life

Making a splash

Many challenged the Puget Sound’s cold waters at the Whidbey Island Polar Bear Dive in Freeland.

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Public access to increase at Brighton Beach property

One South Whidbey waterside property will be restored to public beach access.

John Callahan

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Port commissioner Callahan announces resignation

Callahan has resigned from his District 3 commissioner position, but not due to health concerns.

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Welcoming 2024 with fun events

Whidbey’s New Year’s Eve extended weekend offers 2023 one last chance of redemption.

Blake and Brook Willeford of The Clyde examine a strip of film. (Photo by David Welton)

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Parading through 2023

Here’s the top news stories from the front pages of the South Whidbey Record in 2023.

Photo by David Welton

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Pickleball club set to open in Freeland

The nation’s fastest growing sport now has two official courts in Freeland.

Daniel Burns checks out the few blooms at Meerkerk Gardens that can be found in December. The Greenbank forest and garden preserve is sponsoring a walk through its woods on New Year’s Day. (Photo by Patricia Guthrie)

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Start off the year with a hike

Local parks and organizations offer New Year’s Day hikes as a way to get away from holiday hubbub.

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Navy fires VAQ-136 commanding officer

A commanding officer at NASWI was fired “due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command.”