Equestrian vaulting is more than just horsing around

The Big Rhed Barn in Coupeville offers the only equestrian vaulting program on Whidbey Island.

By Marina Blatt • February 10, 2026 1:30 am


Larsen tours low-income housing in Oak Harbor

Affordable housing is in high demand state-wide.

By Allyson Ballard • February 10, 2026 1:30 am
Public records complaint filed against school district

Lawmakers are trying to reduce the burden of requests on districts, making the complaint timely.

By Allyson Ballard • February 10, 2026 1:30 am
Wildcats flag football eliminated from playoffs

Oak Harbor failed to score in its loss to Seattle Prep. on Saturday.

By Allyson Ballard • February 10, 2026 1:30 am
Child rapist pleads guilty, faces prison

The 44-year-old Camano Island man recently admitted to several sex offenses.

By Jessie Stensland • February 10, 2026 1:30 am
Valentine’s Day events are plentiful on island

Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day, here’s a roundup of love-themed events.

By Marina Blatt • February 10, 2026 1:30 am
Ebey’s Landing Trust Board ‘restructuring’ staff

The nine-member board is in a “restructuring phase” because of funding constraints.

By Jessie Stensland • February 6, 2026 1:30 am






Wildcats flag football state-bound

Oak Harbor continued an already impressive inaugural season punching its ticket to state on Saturday

By Allyson Ballard • February 3, 2026 1:30 am
Wildcat dribbler sinks his 1,000th point

Xavier Ochoa, a senior guard for the varsity basketball team, made school history earlier this month

By Allyson Ballard • January 27, 2026 1:30 am

From left: Orin Kolaitis - CEO, Scott Givens – Chief Program Officer, Mayor Ronnie Wright – Oak Harbor at a home dedication. Photo courtesy Habitat for Humanity of Island County Sponsored
December 15, 2025 6:00 am
Store employees, volunteers and interns at the Habitat for Humanity of Island County’s Oak Harbor store. Photo courtesy Habitat for Humanity of Island County Sponsored
December 8, 2025 6:00 am
Habit for Humanity volunteers are dedicated and hardworking when it comes to helping with a new builds in Island County. Photo courtesy Habitat for Humanity of Island County. Sponsored
December 1, 2025 6:00 am
Realtor Rachel Bennett helps clients find more than houses – she helps them find belonging, connection and community on beautiful Whidbey Island. Sponsored
November 3, 2025 12:10 pm



Oak Harbor artists spread their wings

Several artists from the Garry Oak Gallery in Oak Harbor will be in an upcoming Anacortes art show.

By Marina Blatt • February 6, 2026 1:30 am
Therapy dogs offer comfort and joy

Dogs on Call volunteers provide registered and insured therapy dog visits across Whidbey.

By Marina Blatt • February 6, 2026 1:30 am