News
Big Brothers and Big Sisters provide comfort in uncertain times
— Created October 21, 2020 by Kathy ReedBy Alec Brown “Things have changed a lot for us,” said Big Brothers Big Sisters of Island County Executive Director Tiffany Scribner. The BBBSIC is normally a program that matches […]
NAS Whidbey tightens COVID restrictions
— Created October 21, 2020 by Kathy ReedBy Kathy Reed A rise in the number of Whidbey Island residents testing positive for COVID-19 has prompted Naval Air Station Whidbey Island to tighten some of its health and […]
WICA goes to the movies! Langley theater adds feature films to repertoire
— Created October 14, 2020 by Kathy ReedBy Kathy Reed Feel like catching a classic film on the big screen? Whidbey Island Center for the Arts in Langley may have just what movie-goers are looking for – […]
Wander in Wonder – Price Sculpture Forest opens next week
— Created October 14, 2020 by Kathy ReedBy Melanie Hammons The Japanese concept of “Forest Bathing” or “shinrin-yoku,” has been around for a while now. This practice embraces a “five-senses” approach to enjoying outdoor forest settings. Japanese […]
WIAA releases updated guidelines for athletics and activities
— Created October 14, 2020 by Kacie Jo VoellerBy Kacie Jo Voeller The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) issued new guidelines for student athletics Oct. 6. School districts across Island County have been providing safe workout options for […]
There’s still time to enjoy new Whidbey Farm and Market
— Created October 14, 2020 by Kathy ReedBy Alec Brown A new seasonal farm stand has opened right across from the Blue Fox Drive-in Theater on Monroe Landing Road. Whidbey Farm and Market is open Thursday through […]
Central Whidbey kicks off safe and spooky season
— Created October 7, 2020 by Kacie Jo VoellerBy Kacie Jo Voeller The month of October will bring plenty of spirited, spooky and safety-conscious fun for all ages to the town of Coupeville. This year’s Haunting of […]
Roller Barn’s Spooky Museum promises frightful fun
— Created October 7, 2020 by Kathy ReedBy Kathy Reed Beware! There are startling things happening at the Roller Barn in Oak Harbor this month, as owners of the historic structure stir up some creepy fun at […]
Celebrate civility in October
— Created September 30, 2020 by Kathy ReedBy Kathy Reed It’s alright to disagree – but how we express those opposing viewpoints is at the heart of what local grassroots organization, Civility First, is all about. October […]
Oak Harbor churches welcome new faith leaders
— Created September 30, 2020 by Kacie Jo VoellerBy Kacie Jo Voeller Two of Oak Harbor’s local churches recently welcomed new leaders to their congregations. Grace by the Sea Anglican Church will be led by Kyle Logan, who […]