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Ref. 74 advocates look to Vashon for support
Sep 18 2012, 12:48 PM As the November election draws near, many Islanders are speaking up and taking action on a hot-button issue they say is especially personal on Vashon: same-sex marriage.
Property valuations mean another decline in tax revenue on Vashon
Sep 18 2012, 12:49 PM The King County Assessor’s Office released its latest figures for the region’s combined property values, numbers that suggest the Vashon Park District will see another decline in revenue next year.
Islanders invited to forum to learn about Affordable Care Act
Sep 20 2012, 10:29 AM A community forum on The Affordable Care Act, the health care bill signed into law by Pres. Obama in 2010, will meet next week and include a panel with expertise in a variety of health issues.
Park commissioner proposes streamlined agency
Sep 25 2012, 10:58 AM A Vashon Park District commissioner has put forward a proposal to address the agency’s ongoing financial problems by dramatically reducing the scope of its services.
Young volleyball team splits first few games
Sep 25 2012, 11:04 AM When the Vashon varsity volleyball team began the season, they weren’t sure what to expect. Many of last year’s varsity players graduated, and the Nisqually League is now expanded, meaning tougher competition.
Pirate football racks up another loss to a strong Eatonville team
Quarterback Nick Amundsen, 3, gains yards with the ball as running back Nick Lawson, 33, blocks.  - Leslie Brown/Staff Photo Sep 25 2012, 11:18 AM The Vashon Pirates football team suffered a disappointing home loss to a new Nisqually League team, the Eatonville Cruisers, 47-7, on Friday. Their record is now 0-4.
An Islander makes his way down the long path of recovery
Daniel Haag was one of a handful of Islanders who tried to block the gravel mine expansion on Maury Island two years ago, kayaking near a construction barge in an act of civil disobedience.  - File Photo Sep 25 2012, 11:24 AM In a longboarding accident on a spring day two years ago, Islander Daniel Haag suffered a brain injury so severe it nearly took his life. Now, after prolonged medical care and rehabilitation, Haag is back on Vashon, living in the place he calls home.
Drama Dock reprises its ‘best date night show ever’
Marshall and Stephanie Murray (seated) and Louis Mangione and Elizabeth Ripley raise a glass to romance in “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change.” The show will be presented this weekend at Vashon High School theater. - Courtesy Photo Sep 25 2012, 11:32 AM The chills and thrills of dating, love, marriage and all that comes after will get the musical theater treatment when Drama Dock presents the off-Broadway hit, “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” this weekend at Vashon High School.
Don't let VAA project complicate Center's historic nomination | Editorial
Sep 25 2012, 11:38 AM Those who attend the King County Landmarks Commission’s hearing on Center Thursday night might be tempted to make the proceeding a referendum on Vashon Allied Arts’ proposed performing arts center — either in support of the new structure or in opposition to it.
Sharing a van is simple, smart | Editorial
Sep 25 2012, 11:40 AM At a time when public resources for those in need are declining, how refreshing it is to see five Vashon agencies work together to obtain a van for their clients. And how smart.