Soon-to-be brides, grooms and others planning a massive party or event won’t want to miss a chance to connect with vendors on Whidbey. The First Annual Whidbey Bridal Expo is set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, Jan. 10 at Freeland Hall, which happens... See more
Connoisseurs of classic Hollywood films will be spoiled by an upcoming film festival bringing their favorites to the big screen. The annual Whidbey Island Film Festival, hosted by Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, runs Jan. 8-18 on the mainstage. This m... See more
Another year has come and gone, and it’s been a busy one. Changes at the federal level had big effects on South Whidbey residents, who found their voices and stood up for their beliefs at several demonstrations across the island, from Langley to Oak Harbo... See more
Funding is running out sooner than expected for a federal program providing rental assistance for families fleeing domestic violence or in danger of becoming homeless. The Emergency Housing Voucher, or EHV, program is a U.S. Department of Housing and Urba... See more
Though he may be getting up there in years, one of Whidbey’s most venerated residents is still kicking. Bruiser the elk has been making local headlines since his arrival on the island in 2012, when he likely broke from the herd in a neighboring county and... See more
