Whidbey News-Times

Whidbey News-Times is a newspaper based in Oak Harbor, Washington, that publishes articles two times a week, specifically on Wednesdays and Saturdays. It focuses on general news pertaining to Whidbey Island. The paper is owned by Sound Publishing Inc., which is a part of Black Press.

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Keystone Preserve receives new designation

2 days ago | whidbeynewstimes.com | Kira Erickson

Whidbey Island has a new special review district. Unanimously approved by Island County commissioners last week, the Keystone Farm and Forest Preserve owned by the Whidbey Camano Land Trust became the island’s third special review district, joining Greenbank Farm and the Pacific Rim Institute. Special review districts are created to enhance, conserve or highlight areas of historical, archaeological or environmental significance.
Oak Harbor test drive turns criminal

2 days ago | whidbeynewstimes.com | Jessie Stensland

A 43-year-old Oak Harbor woman is facing a criminal charge after taking a vehicle on a test drive from an Oak Harbor dealership and then not returning it last week, according to court documents. Tiffany A. Cleaver appeared in Island County Superior Court May 9. Judge Carolyn Cliff found probable cause existed to believe she may have committed the crime of possession of a stolen vehicle.
‘Shimmy Mob’ belly dances across Whidbey for awareness

2 days ago | whidbeynewstimes.com | Kira Erickson

Every year on the second Saturday of May, belly dancers around the world unite as part of the Shimmy Mob, an international movement that aims to raise awareness and show support for survivors of domestic violence. Whidbey has its own Shimmy Mob teams, including one that is based in Langley but includes people from all parts of the island. Outfitted in hot pink T-shirts, the jangling troupe of women danced for six hours at seven different locations, moving from Clinton to Oak Harbor.
Oak Harbor waterfront redevelopment meeting set for May 15

2 days ago | whidbeynewstimes.com | Jessie Stensland

The Oak Harbor community will get a peek at potential redevelopment ideas for a large section of the city during a virtual open house meeting set for Thursday, May 15. The city is in the midst of a redevelopment planning project for the downtown area as well as the larger “Waterfront District,” which encompasses about 600 acres within a triangle formed by Highway 20, Midway Boulevard and the Oak Harbor waterfront.
Oak Harbor council candidates emerge during filing week

3 days ago | whidbeynewstimes.com | Jessie Stensland

Candidate filing week suddenly became interesting on Friday for those who were watching the Oak Harbor City Council contests. Positions in local government on the island had drawn a diversity of expected and new candidates, while a few remained uncontested. Four seats on Oak Harbor City Council will appear on the ballot in the general election.
County resolution to atone for racist property deeds

6 days ago | whidbeynewstimes.com | Jessie Stensland

Island County commissioners are moving forward with adopting a “resolution for atonement” that extends “a profound apology” to individuals and families in the past who were affected by racist rules in property deeds.
Parking concerns arise in Langley city code

6 days ago | whidbeynewstimes.com | Kira Erickson

A section of Langley zoning code that allows for more inclusive types of housing could soon be undergoing some changes. As part of the city’s comprehensive plan update, the city council is reviewing the multifamily infill form-based code overlay. Director of Community Planning Meredith Penny explained that after having this code in place for four years, some challenges have been identified.
Land Trust works to protect land leased from state

6 days ago | whidbeynewstimes.com | Jessie Stensland

A nonprofit organization is proposing a partnership with Island County to permanently protect seven properties that are currently being leased from the state. Ryan Elting of Whidbey Camano Land Trust discussed the proposal with Island County commissioners this week. He explained that the nonprofit proposes to secure all the funds for the properties, which are estimated to be valued at more than $4.2 million, at no cost to the county except for a modest amount of staff time.
Mask mandate case appealed

1 week ago | whidbeynewstimes.com | Jessie Stensland

Litigation and prosecution related to a mask mandate at the Island County Elections Office isn’t going away anytime soon. The plaintiffs and attorneys in a lawsuit against the Island County auditor and the county canvassing board filed a notice May 1 that they are appealing a judge’s decision to dismiss the case.
Food programs on Whidbey face challenges

1 week ago | whidbeynewstimes.com | Kira Erickson

All across Whidbey, food banks, pantries and other nonprofit organizations alleviating hunger must contend with increased demand for services coupled with a shortage of funding, food and support. Food banks, which rely on state and federal funding from the Emergency Food Assistance Program, known as EFAP, are waiting to hear just how much has been cut by the Trump administration. More details are expected to crystallize sometime this week.