More Whidbey-produced beef is staying on the island.
A new advertising campaign is under way to promote where residents can buy natural, pasture-raised beef that is produced on Whidbey Island.
The Goose Community Grocer, which is located on Highway 525 in Bayview, startted selling beef produced under a new brand on Saturday, kicking off the campaign.
A public meeting will take place Wednesday, March 24, at 5:30 p.m., at the Monroe Landing Fire Station to gauge public sentiment about the possibility of the Port of Coupeville conducting a feasibility study to acquire the neighboring air field.
Bethany Ridge Farms of Oak Harbor was recognized by the American Angus Association recently in the association’s 2010 Pathfinder Report. Visit www.angus.org for more information.
Jack Ng got his start in the restaurant industry as a dishwasher. From there he buddied-up with the restaurant chefs and learned how to cook.
Next, Ng took a job on a fishing boat in Alaska to cook for a crew of 120. The gig allowed him to save up some money. Afterward, Ng said he got his family together and started making his dream a reality.
Ted Clifton, Clifton View Homes, Coupeville, has been recognized by the National Association of Home Builders Research Center as a leader in energy-efficient construction.
“First Friday” at the Greenbank Farm Feb. 5 will feature Edmonds Winery, a new winery featured in the farm’s wine shop.
The Wine and Art Walk at the Greenbank Farm gives visitors a chance to meet the winemaker Doug Peterson and his wife Lael at the wine shop, then stroll among the three galleries and the cheese shop to sample more wines from the featured winery as well as cheeses and other goodies, view wonderful art and listen to live music.
When things are slow on the sidewalk, business can be found on the Internet.
That’s the experience of A Touch of Dutch owner Misty Blanton, who has built such an Internet presence that she has sold her keepsakes to people in The Netherlands.
Was there something missing under the Christmas tree this year?
If the answer is “Yes, a project boat!” the Oak Harbor Marina may have a relatively inexpensive answer.
There are a lot of recreation opportunities on Whidbey Island, but not all of them are family friendly, said Jeff Rossi.
As the father of two daughters, Makala, 5, and Natalie, 4, he’s concerned about such limits, and he’s taken action to provide more family fun with his new business, Galaxy Laser Tag.
There’s a new second-hand store in town.
My Father’s House Community Thrift, located at the corner of Midway Boulevard and W. Whidbey Avenue, benefits Island County organizations including Adoption Assistance for Whidbey Island and North Whidbey Help House.
Oak Harbor has a new, indoor place to play. GALAXY LASER TAG held its ribbon cutting ceremony earlier this month. Call 675-4824, or visit 2949 Goldie Rd. for an adventure.
A new Little Caesar’s pizza restaurant opened Dec. 15 in Oak Harbor.
“I’m excited to open a store in Oak Harbor,” said franchise owner Sebastian Brost, who added he has a number of other Little Caesar’s locations in Washington as well as a few in other states.
In the summer, it’s easy to find ways to get a workout in; biking, hiking or anything outdoors is available.
For those who aren’t self-described “gym rats,” and don’t like treadmills, there’s a new option to shed pounds this December. It’s called Hatha yoga.
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