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    It all began with ‘Juneuary’ — new haikus...
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • April 2, 2025 5:30 pm

    Islander Richard Rogers combined months to create 144 distinct “seasons” in a new volume of poetry.

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    On the foggy morning of March 25, after an overnight stay on Vashon, Gabriel Newton continued on his journey to Olympia from the beach at Tahlequah. (Britt Freda photo)
    Kayactivist, after island stop, take message to Olympia
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • April 2, 2025 2:30 pm

    The petition, delivered to the Governor, urges action for critically endangered Southern Residents.

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    Vashon school district inks agreement with Puyallup Tribe
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • April 2, 2025 1:30 pm

    VISD will work with the Tribe to develop a plan to teach language, culture and oral traditions.

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    Slade McSheehy (Courtesy photo)
    Slade McSheehy is selected to lead Bremerton School...
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • April 2, 2025 11:21 am

    Pending contract negotiations, McSheehy is scheduled to start his new job on July 1.

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    Exhibits opening Friday include Bruce Morser retrospective
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • April 2, 2025 10:30 am

    Explore a Honeymoon on Mars, an exhibition of Bruce Morser’s work and more.

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    Vashon superintendent named finalist for Bremerton job
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • March 30, 2025 4:30 pm

    Slade McSheehy and two other superintendant candidates will participate in community forums held on April 1 by the Bremerton School District.

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    Elizabeth Shepherd Photo
Mobile Integrated Health and VIFR staff members joined Interim Fire Chief Ben Davidson as he prepared to deliver a donated generator to an islander in need. (Left to right) Dan O'Connell, Davidson, Lilie Corroon, Lisa Coley, and Denise Paquette.
    After storm, Beachcomber reader steps up
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • March 27, 2025 8:30 am

    “There are lots of ‘somebodies’ like me on Vashon,” the donor said.

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    (Left to right) Carmen Zilles, Maryann Plunkett, Mia Katigbak, and Miriam Silverman in “Deep Blue Sound.” (Maria Baranova photo)
    A play, unmistakably set on Vashon, opens in...
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • March 20, 2025 11:30 am

    “Deep Blue Sound” will be very familiar to those who know Vashon Island.

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    Island children’s author tells a tale of a...
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • March 19, 2025 1:30 pm

    “Come on Down and Pet the Fish” is a whimsical and colorful tale.

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    Island poet and translator gets rock star treatment...
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • March 19, 2025 9:30 am

    He was recently honored in India with the 2025 Ancient Tamil Literature Promotion Award.

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    Mick Etchoe Photos
Some of the shining stars of "Ride the Cycle" were (clockwise from bottom left) Sky Skiena, Leo Watson, Amali Lewis and Sebastian Gallez.
    Vashon High School theater-makers soar in ‘Ride the...
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • March 16, 2025 9:10 pm

    A tight and talented ensemble delivers an astonishing show.

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    College of Idaho Photo

In 2022, Marie Osborn was joined by her son, John, as she received an honorary doctorate from the College of
Idaho for her contributions to rural healthcare, emergency medicine, and medical education.
    With his mother, islander pens a gripping memoir
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • March 12, 2025 2:30 pm

    John Osborn will read from his new book on Friday at the Land Trust Building.

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    Haiku Festival will return to Mukai Farm Garden
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • March 12, 2025 10:30 am

    Calling all island poets for the beloved contest and event.

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