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Coupeville’s restaurant business is taking a hit.

Gordon’s Fusion Cuisine, which has operated on NW Coveland Street in the building formerly occupied by Christopher’s on Whidbey, is closing as of Sunday, Jan. 26.

The restaurant released the following statement:

 

Dear Community,

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of Gordon’s Fusion Cuisine’s permanent closure, effective Sunday, January 26.

This decision was not made lightly and comes after exhausting every possible effort to continue serving you.

First and foremost, we want to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who have walked through our doors, whether as a loyal customer of Gordon’s Fusion or from our days at Blueberry Hill.

You have been the heart of everything we do, and it has been an absolute pleasure to serve this wonderful community through both bustling times and quieter moments.

Over the years, we have had the privilege of creating meaningful connections with so many of you. Whether it was a quick hello or a heartfelt conversation, these moments have been a constant reminder of why we do what we do.

Our goal has always been to provide a place where the island could gather to enjoy good food in a warm and welcoming environment, and we hope we have succeeded in that mission.

Unfortunately, despite our best efforts to navigate the increasing challenges of running a small business, we have reached a point where it is no longer sustainable to continue operating.

The financial pressures of these times have taken their toll, and in fairness to our amazing staff, we must face this reality with honesty and integrity.

To our loyal customers, thank you for your unwavering support and for allowing us to be a part of your lives.

To our dedicated staff, thank you for your hard work, passion, and commitment—you have been the backbone of everything we’ve accomplished.

While this chapter is coming to an end, the memories we’ve created together will live on in our hearts.

We are truly humbled by the love and support we’ve received from this incredible community over the years.

Thank you for everything.

Gordon’s Fusion Staff

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Dave and Delores Engle

Dave Engle was a gentleman.

I say that with the highest praise, for over the years, I found him to be perhaps the kindest human being I have ever met in Coupeville.

I never stepped foot into his Living Hope Foursquare Church or listened to any of his sermons, though I know he had a hugely positive impact on many in the community he served.

Instead, my meetings with Pastor Dave, who passed away Friday, came at Videoville, at numerous Coupeville sports events over the years, and when we passed in the crowded aisles at Prairie Center.

Every single time, without fail, he had a smile for me, a few words of warmth and welcoming, and left me in a better mood.

Over the years, whether operating in tandem with his beloved wife of 60+ years, Delores, or off on a solo adventure, he never failed to make our interactions pleasant ones.

He was a man of deep faith, one who lived by his beliefs, but never came across as judgmental in my opinion.

Pastor Dave lived each day with kindness and love for others in his heart, something he passed on to his own children and grandchildren.

But the thing is, he treated each of us, whether we were related to him by blood or not, with that same care.

Whether we were part of his flock, or not, he showed genuine compassion, respect, and care for all.

He was a gentleman in every way, and I am glad our paths crossed.

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CHS hoops coach Megan Richter is ready to teach your youngster the art of the roundball.

Registration is open for the Coupeville Youth Basketball Association.

Cost is $50 per player and kids in grades K-5 are eligible.

The season runs from Jan. 6 through the first week of March.

To register or for more information, pop over to:

https://www.coupevilleyouthbasketball.com/

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Whoomp! There it is..

“Hit the gas, Harold!! The feral cats have hammers and they’re coming for us!!”

What do you mean the mailman won’t deliver now??

It’s the most dangerous intersection on Whidbey Island.

If you’re a mailbox.

Trying to live as a receptacle for bills and political ads?

Don’t park your tuchus where Sherman Road drops down to meet Madrona.

Three times now … THREE TIMES … someone operating a motor vehicle has hit the mailbox serving 165 Sherman, otherwise known as Coupeville Sports World Headquarters.

The first time, the tourist with the too-wide turn stopped to apologize and arrange to pay for the damage.

The second time was an Island Transit bus, and SPOILER ALERT, Island Transit has yet to make good on its promise to repair the damage.

Now, as of Thursday night, I’m pretty sure this mailbox is finally down for the count.

Did Moron #3 stop? No, they did not.

Did they scratch up their vehicle nice and good? One certainly hopes so.

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John Rodriguey

John Rodriguey was just a good dude.

The longtime owner of Toby’s Tavern, he was a welcome presence whenever he slid by Videoville or Miriam’s Espresso back in the day.

Rodriguey, who passed away this weekend, had a smile on his face every time I saw him, or at least that’s how I remember it.

I’m not going to say he agreed with every movie recommendation I gave him over the years, but he was never mad, never chucked the VHS case at my head.

Sometimes our cinematic tastes matched up perfectly. Sometimes not.

When they didn’t, he offered a warm smile, shook his head, and handed back the tape with a little chuckle, telling me, “There’s something wrong with you, David.”

Our paths crossed at other times, whether in downtown Coupeville or at a Wolf game, especially when his grandchildren were involved.

But it’s Videoville, my home away from home for so many years, where I saw him the most.

He will always be part of those memories, and for that, I am glad.

His children and grandchildren are some of the best people I know, and that comes from the man at the top.

John Rodriguey was just a good dude.

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