“When Martha Varner died this month, there seemed to be no one to mourn her — except for one good friend who needs help now to lay her to rest.”
“Terry Nowak isn’t asking for much — a walk with her son; shopping with her daughter. But multiple sclerosis threatens to rob her of all that, unless a risky new treatment works.”
Highlights of the island’s upcoming Christmas season.
“Seasonal music, local crafts, hayrides and Santa grace the holidays at the peoples’ farm”
“Smoked salmon, arrays of jams and jellies, zesty vinaigrettes are all part of Whidbey’s local offerings. For more gift ideas: See our Whidbey Holiday Guide, published in the Nov. 24 Whidbey News-Times”
Kids Count report says island incomes are stagnating as child care costs rise
Here’s where to get your Christmas greenery this season.
“Victorian town’s holiday month is alive with parades, lighted sailing ships and home tours.”
“Life on island streets, as seen through emergency dispatch reports”
Click on our Entertainment section for a complete roundup of holiday events and gift ideas!
Judy Diekman has given her students the royal treatment for 35 years. No wonder they think she’s so special.
“Extra 2 percent may help boost Island County tourism, if other government agencies go along.”
“News from Whidbey, as seen through 9-1-1 reports”