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Jan 28, 2008, Whidbey Island Trivia, did you know that....

Whidbey Island Trivia, some interesting things you might not have known

Dec 23, 2007, Build a successful website with the SiteSell program, guaranteed

Make a living online, its easy with the SiteSell Program

Dec 23, 2007, Mi Pueblo Mexican Restaurant

Mi Pueblo Mexican Restaurant

Dec 23, 2007, The Langley Mystery Weekend, a Whodunit that involves the entire town

Calling all sleuths, and detectives, the Langley Mystery Weekend has a murder to be solved, are you up to the challenge?

Dec 23, 2007, The history of Whidbey Island, explorers, indians, settlers and more.

The history of Whidbey Island, a short but complete overview.

Dec 23, 2007, Esteban's Mexican Restaurant on Whidbey Island

Esteban's is a great Mexican Restaurant on Whidbey Island

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May 31, 2007, More money earmarked for Whidbey Island ferry studies

With our current ferry boats celebrating their 80th birthdays, another one million dollars is being set aside for another study on how to go about replacing them.

There is talk of relocating the Keystone ferry terminal, and larger ferry boats to carry 100 cars per passing.

May 31, 2007, Public office candidates, it is time to file your applications

The window to file your application papers is a small one. Starting June 4 and ending on June 8.

There are numerous positions that need filling, in all the areas of Whidbey Island.

May 26, 2007, Spring is the Perfect Time for an Island Escape

With the spring season, Whidbey Island is completely transformed. You can escape the grind of the city in just 30 minutes, and relax on our island paradise.

Suggested trips include, Coupeville, Langley, a trip to Deception Pass State Park, which has over 40 miles of hiking trails, and more.

May 26, 2007, New Commander for the Navy Northwest Region named

With the current commander receiving orders to ship out to Iraq, a new commander has been selected by the Navy.

May 26, 2007, New ferry for Keystone/Port Townsend on indefinite hold

The state has decided, after spending more than 5 million dollars in studies and proposals, not to replace the 80 year old ferry ship that runs from Keystone to Port Townsend.

May 26, 2007, 71 Year Old Barn Lost to Fire

The rustic barn, owned by Bob and Cheryl Engle, was a complete loss. Firefighters say the fact that the walls were filled with sawdust, caused the stubborn fire to burn for almost three hours.

The barn was located at the intersection of Hill and Engle roads. It was built in 1936, by Cheryl's father.

May 26, 2007, 18 new EA-18G Growlers jets coming to Whidbey NAS

The House of Representatives has just approved a 1.3 billion dollar purchase of 18 EA-18G Growlers, to be sent to NAS Whidbey Island.

The new planes will replace the current fleet of radar jamming aircraft, currently being used.