State terminates Vashon kelp farm’s aquatic lease
State officials terminated Pacific Sea Farms’ lease on Monday due to the company’s inability to retrieve portions of its large kelp-growing array and 3,000 feet of line that sank in open waters between Vashon and Tacoma five months ago.
Homelessness still rising in Washington, state data shows
County gets funds to restore shoreline
Scene Heard: Virginia V sails around Vashon
Did you hear a steam whistle on Sunday and wonder? That was the sound of living history.
Bookworms, rejoice: Vashon Library expands hours
Sunday marked a new era for patrons of the Vashon Library, as King County Library System expanded the library’s hours…
Japan Festival bursts into bloom again at Mukai Farm Garden
The beloved event will include performances, demonstrations, food and activities for all ages.
WA ‘will not be bullied or intimidated,’ Ferguson tells Bondi
Governor responds to a letter from U.S. attorney general warning the state over its ‘sanctuary’ immigration policies.
Vashon Center for the Arts launches blockbuster 60th season
Season includes more free tickets for youth
Happenings — Sept. 4 edition
Events, meetings and upcoming celebrations include a community feast for Vashon Food Bank on Sunday, Sept. 7.
Wastewater Award, Granny’s Grants, Home & Garden Fair, Pets on Ferries and Shellfishing Closure Dr. Jo Moccia arrived in the district on July 1.News Briefs | Aug. 28 edition
Interim superintendent dives into work
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New Washington state laws that took effect July 27
Housing, policing and diaper changes are among the areas that the legislation covers.
Immigration arrests surged last month in Washington
Newly revealed arrest records offer the clearest look yet at how Trump’s immigration crackdown is unfolding
- King County Council adopts ‘Welcoming’ motion for immigrants
- King County to expand flood outreach after Texas tragedy
- Gas tax will rise 6 cents a gallon in Washington on July 1
- ‘No Kings’ rallies scheduled across King County on June 14
- How to prepare for increased wildfire risk this summer
- Seattle socialist Kshama Sawant to challenge Adam Smith
An artist tends deep and tangled roots of musical tradition
Mary Beth Curran breathes new life into Irish American music that slipped from public memory.
Desert Island Bookworm spends Sunday at Vashon Library
Last Sunday marked the first day that the Vashon public library was open seven days a week.
Seattle Seahawks chemistry looks to provide additional edge in 2025
Seattle’s newest signing Alphonzo Tuputala practiced with the team.
Ichiro’s 51 retired in Seattle
One of the most iconic players in Seattle pro sports is now etched into Mariners history.
- Seattle Storm fall short against Minnesota
- Seahawks training camp: Year two of the Mike Macdonald era
- Kade Anderson introduced to Seattle: ‘They picked a winner’
- Mariners cool the red-hot Brew Crew in 1-0 win
- Alice May becomes second Vashon resident to complete Western States Endurance Run
- Plihal piles triumphs in international regattas
Commentary: Building abundance together
Do you ever feel that you have a wealth of choices but none will provide what you really need?
Green Brief: The next step for reuse on Vashon
Zero Waste Vashon is dedicated to turning waste into resource.
- Commentary: Looking ahead to the next century at Camp Sealth
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- Editorial: Local traditions make Vashon sparkle
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- Commentary: Working together for old friends and loved ones
- Letters to The Editor | August 14, 2025
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