South Whidbey Record

Since 1921, the South Whidbey Record has been dedicated to delivering top-notch community journalism to its readers. The publication focuses on the southern part of Whidbey Island, starting with Clinton, the gateway where Washington State ferries arrive after crossing Puget Sound from the mainland and Seattle. The Record’s audience includes various communities, such as the lively town of Clinton, known for its beaches and rural landscapes; the charming village of Langley, a hub for visual and performing arts that attracts visitors year-round; the small but thriving town of Freeland, which is currently seeing significant growth in business and services; and the quaint hamlet of Greenbank, located near Central Whidbey, home to the public Greenbank Farm and the renowned 54-acre Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens. Committed to excellence in community journalism, the South Whidbey Record upholds a high level of reporting, analysis, opinions, and photography. Each edition showcases the diverse interests of its readers, covering topics such as land use, road improvements, education, crime, local government, community happenings, sports, boating, recreation, arts, entertainment, and the unique individuals and places that define South Whidbey.

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Garry Oak Society celebrates anniversary

2 weeks ago | southwhidbeyrecord.com | Luisa Loi

The Garry Oak Society celebrates 10 years of stewarding Oak Harbor’s namesake trees. As part of this observance, the Society invites community members to join a ribbon cutting ceremony of the Washington Heritage Register plaque at Smith Park at 1 p.m. on April 12. The park, which has been used since the 1860s, recently became one of only three parks in the state to join the list.
Unearthed antique signs in Clinton add to mystery of store’s past

3 weeks ago | southwhidbeyrecord.com | Kira Erickson

While cleaning up a Clinton property recently, John Norris found his version of treasure buried in the backyard. Two 14-foot antique signs, made of porcelain and metal, with Bailey’s Corner written in white lettering faintly outlined with green across a red background.
Langley residents divided over affordable housing project

3 weeks ago | southwhidbeyrecord.com | Kira Erickson

Neighbors of Langley’s soon-to-be first affordable rental apartments in over 35 years are unsatisfied with some of the finer details of the project’s design. A total of 36 residents of Saratoga Road, First, Second and Third streets and DeBruyn and Park avenues objected to the proposed Generations Place housing development, a project of Island Roots Rousing, in a letter that has been circulating around the community, and beyond.
Meeting to discuss school district concerns

1 month ago | southwhidbeyrecord.com | Luisa Loi

South Whidbey community members are invited to voice their concerns and ideas at an upcoming meeting.
Money-saving move next door for city council

1 month ago | southwhidbeyrecord.com | Kira Erickson

Starting in April, Langley City Council meetings are moving to a different location. Mayor Kennedy Horstman announced this week that the public meetings will take place next door in the newly reopened Langley Library, which has a new space equipped for teleconferenced meetings. “We’re hoping that the first regular city council meeting in April will be conducted in the new meeting room in the library,” Horstman said.
Mozer resigns again from Port of South Whidbey

1 month ago | southwhidbeyrecord.com | Kira Erickson

For the second time, Port of South Whidbey Executive Director Angi Mozer is resigning. Mozer, who has been at the helm of the port district for the past two years, submitted her official resignation to the board of commissioners Monday, giving notice of her leave well in advance. Mozer also served as the port’s executive director from 2014 to 2018. In 2023, she returned to the role when port commissioners were in search of a new leader.
Ailing boater rescued after search off Central Whidbey

1 month ago | southwhidbeyrecord.com | Luisa Loi

A boater stuck at sea triggered a large rescue effort Tuesday afternoon. At 11:40 a.m., Central Whidbey Island Fire and Rescue was dispatched to a 15-foot sailboat that could not get to the shore and whose lone occupant, an 86-year-old man, was possibly experiencing hypothermia, according to Fire Chief Jerry Helm. Helm, who was assisting the rescue effort from land, said the weather conditions were not ideal, but not particularly bad, either, with 2- to 3-foot-tall choppy waves.
Citizens complain about commissioner’s manners

1 month ago | southwhidbeyrecord.com | Kira Erickson

South Whidbey residents are getting fed up with a certain elected official’s brashness and are speaking out. Members of the public who spoke during a Board of Island County Commissioners meeting this past Tuesday felt that Commissioner Jill Johnson, who was looking down at her cell phone, paid inadequate attention to their comments about banning fireworks.
Yacht club eyes Langley marina slip for reciprocal program

1 month ago | southwhidbeyrecord.com | Kira Erickson

South Whidbey Yacht Club leaders have set their sights on reserving a slip in the South Whidbey Harbor. Known as a reciprocal slip, it would allow for members of other yacht clubs around the region to moor in Langley at a discounted rate. According to Bruce Morris, the South Whidbey Yacht Club’s immediate past commodore, the club has participated in reciprocal programs in the past. Harbormaster Kathy Myers presented the proposal to Port of South Whidbey commissioners during a meeting this week.
Pianists partner for performance

1 month ago | southwhidbeyrecord.com | Kira Erickson

Piano fans can hear the music of not just one skilled performer but two at an upcoming concert featuring musical arrangements for four hands. South Whidbey residents and friends Karen Heather and Eileen Soskin are joining forces for this unique performance, which takes place 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 15 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Whidbey Island, located at 20103 Highway 525 in Freeland. Both musicians have been playing the piano from a very young age.