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Vashon loves its ballot box at the Vashon Library. (File Photo)

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Clear leads emerge in local races

With only a small number of ballots remaining to be counted in the Nov. 4 election, clear leads…

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The grocery section of the Vashon Food Bank is stocked with shelf-stable items, fresh produce, and locally donated goods.

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Vashon Food Bank braces for SNAP gap

As the shutdown drags on, island groups are mobilizing to meet rising needs amid uncertainty over SNAP benefits.

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Deer hunting on Vashon with James Cottrell

Deer hunting rules are highly specific. Bow hunter and island deer enthusiast James Cottrell teaches how to hunt…

Witches in pointed hats and capes take to the cold waters of Jensen Point during the fifth annual Witches Paddle on Saturday. (Kent Phelan Photo)

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Witches return to haunt Jensen Point

This year, proceeds will benefit Vashon Teen Council and Vashon Nature Center.

McMurray Middle School (File Photo)

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A phone-free McMurray: Lessons one year in

A year after phones disappeared from school days, teachers see more engagement — and relief.

David Henschman and his golden retriever, Bodhi, stand outside Vashon Print & Design, the longtime uptown print shop preparing to move to a new location. (Aspen Anderson Photo)

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New chapters for local businesses

Musical chairs for uptown Vashon: Gravy is expanding, and Vashon Print Design is moving into Northwest Sports, which…

Islanders drum and wave signs along Vashon Highway during Saturday’s “No Kings Day” protest. (Kent Phelan Photo)

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Islanders rally for ‘No Kings Day’

Hundreds filled Vashon’s highway for the nationwide “No Kings Day” protest.

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Beachcomber delivery delayed one day

This week’s edition will arrive Friday instead of Thursday due to a press delay.

Jill Andrews, front right, swims one morning with her island swim club. (Terry Donnelly Photo)

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‘Move it or lose it,’ say three active elders

From icy swims to dressage and golf, these islanders prove age is no limit.

Vashon loves its ballot box at the Vashon Library. (File Photo)

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Vashon voters to decide health, fire seats

In the upcoming Nov. 4 King County General Election, several local offices on Vashon will be contested, giving…

A passenger on the Triangle route watches as another ferry passes on the way between Vashon Island and West Seattle. (Alex Bruell Photo)

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Ferry fares rise as electrification plans move forward

The increase funds new hybrid vessels while Vashon faces reduced service

From left, Tallis Sullivan, football coach Brian Banducci and Memphis Cress stand outside Vashon High School before practice. (Aspen Anderson Photo)

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Small but spirited: Pirates keep playing

On Vashon, football is about more than wins. A small but determined team leans on grit and community…

Char Phillips stands with Soda, the 30th dog she’s raised for the Vashon Guide Dog Program, outside Vashon High School. (Aspen Anderson Photo)

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Guide Dog for the Blind program marks 25 years on Vashon

The program has been a formative experience for countless island students.