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    Levi and Shannon Woods pose inside their new business venture (Photo by Allyson Ballard)
    New business gears up Whidbey residents for the...
    By Allyson Ballard • July 1, 2025 8:00 am

    A new outdoor apparel and accessories store, Camp Kid, opened downtown last week.

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    Coupeville rules about horses in parades questioned
    Coupeville rules about horses in parades questioned
    By Allyson Ballard • June 28, 2025 1:30 am

    Community members are upset at the disallowal of a horserider at the Coupeville Pride parade.

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    Festivities set for 4th of July
    Festivities set for 4th of July
    By Allyson Ballard • June 27, 2025 8:00 am

    Whidbey Island has plenty to offer people looking for some Fourth of July fun next week.

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    Festivities set for 4th of July
    Festivities set for 4th of July
    By Allyson Ballard • June 27, 2025 8:00 am

    Whidbey Island has plenty to offer people looking for some Fourth of July fun next week.

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    Photo provided by Kris Wilcox. Ken Wilcox takes in the view during a Fort Ebey hike in April.
    New books highlights Island County hiking trails
    By Allyson Ballard • June 27, 2025 8:00 am

    A former Island County trail planning and design consultant is using his powers for good.

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    Rhed pets Joel, one of many horses at Big Rhed Barn.
    Coupeville Library and Big Rhed Barn bringing horses...
    By Allyson Ballard • June 27, 2025 8:00 am

    A horse meet-and-greet gives families a chance to experience these awe-inspiring animals

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    Alternative music festival coming to Oak Harbor
    Alternative music festival coming to Oak Harbor
    By Allyson Ballard • June 24, 2025 8:00 am

    An Oak Harbor High School graduate is hosting an alternative music festival this weekend.

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    The Roller Barn's exterior.
    Roller Barn to celebrate 75th anniversary amidst renovation
    By Allyson Ballard • June 24, 2025 1:30 am

    Celebrations will take place at the rink each day leading up to the anniversary, beginning June 27.

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    Members of the Unity Fellowship Juneteenth program rehearse for Thursday’s event. Photo provided.
    Churches unite to celebrate Juneteenth
    By Allyson Ballard • June 17, 2025 1:30 am

    Several Whidbey churches will host their annual Juneteenth celebration Thursday at Windjammer Park.

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