Council continues consideration of “Angel” statue

— Created August 25, 2021 by Kacie Jo Voeller

By Kacie Jo Voeller             After months of extensive discussion, the “Angel de la Creatividad” statue by world-recognized artist Sebastian may be finding a new home on Whidbey Island. At […]

Back in the swing of things: Bayview Corner Street Dances return

— Created July 21, 2021 by Kacie Jo Voeller

By Kacie Jo Voeller             The sounds of summer have returned to Bayview, with bands playing every two weeks at the beloved Bayview Corner Street Dances.  The dances are held […]

Back with a bang: Floats and fireworks return to Oak Harbor

— Created June 30, 2021 by Kacie Jo Voeller

By Kacie Jo Voeller             Prepare for a weekend full of patriotic spirit and a parade in Oak Harbor. After cancellation last year, Fourth of July festivities will return and […]

Camp Casey pool remains closed for summer

— Created June 23, 2021 by Kacie Jo Voeller

By Kacie Jo Voeller The pool at Camp Casey Conference Center has long been the site for swimming lessons and summer fun for a number of Whidbey Island residents.  Robin […]

Fabric of the fair: Community prepares for 97th Whidbey Island Fair

— Created June 2, 2021 by Kacie Jo Voeller

By Kacie Jo Voeller Prepare for a carnival, petting zoo, 4-H displays and yards of fun this summer. The Whidbey Island Fair will return July 15-18, after not running in […]

Eat local and fresh with first WIGC Weekend event of 2021

— Created May 26, 2021 by Kacie Jo Voeller

By Kacie Jo Voeller             For the first time, Whidbey Island Grown Cooperative (WIGC) will be hosting a Whidbey Island Grown Cooperative Weekend in May in addition to the organization’s […]

The Haven shelter eyes permanent home near Coupeville

— Created May 19, 2021 by Kacie Jo Voeller

By Kacie Jo Voeller The Haven, a night-to-night shelter for the homeless, is hoping to turn a former Jehovah’s Witness facility on Morris Road near Coupeville into its permanent home. […]

Development of new Oak Harbor park complex moves forward

— Created April 28, 2021 by Kacie Jo Voeller

By Kacie Jo Voeller             Oak Harbor now has another multi-use park in its future. In a city council meeting held April 20, council members voted unanimously to rezone two […]

Oak Harbor school superintendent looks forward to future in Snoqualmie Valley

— Created April 21, 2021 by Kacie Jo Voeller

By Kacie Jo Voeller After eight years as superintendent for Oak Harbor Public Schools and 14 years in the community, Lance Gibbon has announced he will be leaving the district […]

Coupeville nominated for Best U.S. Small Town award

— Created April 14, 2021 by Kacie Jo Voeller

By Kacie Jo Voeller Coupeville’s charm has landed the town a nomination for the TravelAwaits’ “Best of Travel Awards” in the Best U.S. Small Town category.  TravelAwaits is dedicated to […]