Fire service pros and local leaders laud interim fire chief
In remarks made at the halfway mark of a six-month consultancy with Vashon Fire & Rescue, two seasoned fire service...
Vashon commemorates Japanese American incarceration
Kids make a splash at Trout Derby
Vashon, Mercer Island artists exchange art, inspiration
The Island 2 Island Gallery Exchange will debut at Swiftwater Gallery (17600 Vashon Highway SW) on May 28, and will run until June 22. The exhibit’s opening reception at Swiftwater will be First Friday, June 6.
New state law directs $100M in grants toward hiring police or other public safety options
Gov. Ferguson signs bill that provides local sales tax option
News Briefs | May 22 edition
Strawberry fest approaches, and more news.
Arts Briefs | May 22 edition
Dance classes, student art showcase and more.
Happenings | May 22 edition
Mammogram screenings, Land Trust restoration and more.
Vashon Island small businesses: Apply for Comcast RISE Grants by May 31!
Hurry! Only two weeks remain for small business owners on Vashon Island to apply for comprehensive grant packages that include…
“Singer” the whale washed ashore on Vashon in August 2024. Two major healthcare projects on Vashon — the Seattle Indian Health Board’s (SIHB) Thunderbird Treatment Center and Sea Mar Community…VHS students work with island’s gray whale bones
After long wait, Thunderbird gets county go-ahead
King Co. 2024 crime stats show more women victims
County prosecutor supports more funding for crime victims.
WA ports await sharp drop in cargo over tariff battle
President’s standoff with China is expected to stifle the flow of goods.
- King County shots fired incidents drop dramatically in first quarter
- WA Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45
- 6-cent gas tax hike central to new transportation deal in Legislature
- King County fingerprint ID levy is passing at the polls
- Fifth case of measles in state identified in a King County infant
- Potential exposure to measles from traveler at Sea-Tac Airport, hotel
SIFF reviews: “Monarch City” and “BLKNWS: Terms Conditions”
51st Seattle International Film Festival includes films with a Northwest connection.
Recommended: Harlem Gospel Travelers come to Vashon
Prepare to be lifted up, jump and shout, shimmy in your seat, and dance in the aisles.
- As haikus bloom at Mukai, awards are handed out
- Arts Briefs | May 15 edition
- Kat Eggleston and friends play Mother’s Day concert
- The Desert Island Bookworm: The Theatrical Ms. Shepherd
- Scene & Heard: Studio Tour kicks off spring edition
- Fall in love with ‘Large Print Romance,’ by VHS thespians
After second loss to Cascade Christian, it’s time for Pirates to dig in, bounce back
The Vashon Island Pirates boys varsity soccer team is now entering the final stage of their season: the state tournament.
VHS golf sends three to district tournament
The team competed in the Nisqually League tournament at Hawks Prairie Golf Club in Lacey.
- Pirates seek revenge in district tournament
- After first loss of the season, Pirates aim to bounce back into playoffs
- Scene Heard: Tee time on Vashon
- Pirates among favorites for state title
- WIAA sanctions girls flag football for high schools
- Pirates kick off their Nisqually campaign strong
Resistance Training
A cartoon by Michelle Lassaline.
Letters to the Editor | May 15 edition
Letter writers thank to Ukulele Society, celebrate memorial re-dedication.