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At Vashon vigil, hundreds line the street to protest racism

News

At Vashon vigil, hundreds line the street to protest racism

Vashon’s response to Floyd’s death has taken place against a backdrop of demonstrations in Seattle.

Local churches take cautious approach to resuming services

News

Local churches take cautious approach to resuming services

Despite an easing of restrictions, faith leaders on Vashon said they will still hold online services

Evocative poetry blooms at Mukai Farm & Gardens

Arts

Evocative poetry blooms at Mukai Farm & Gardens

The oldest winner of the organization’s haiku contest took the top prize in the Nature category.

In a turbulent time, islanders demonstrate, too

News

In a turbulent time, islanders demonstrate, too

Holding signs, demonstrators recited the names of African-Americans killed by police officers.

Set your browser to visit arts center

Arts

Set your browser to visit arts center

Vashon Center for the Arts will continue its shift to online presentations with upcoming shows.

Keep getting your arts fix at home

Arts

Keep getting your arts fix at home

Recommended: More artful experiences to enjoy from the comfort of your own sofa.

Veterans carry out a somber task on Memorial Day

News

Veterans carry out a somber task on Memorial Day

Last weekend, flags were placed by the graves of island veterans in tribute to their service.

A performer dons an eye-catching costume to welcome visitors

News

A performer dons an eye-catching costume to welcome visitors

The performance was intended as a reminder that Vashon’s population is vulnerable to the coronavirus.

After sudden shift, The Ruby Brink perseveres and innovates

Business

After sudden shift, The Ruby Brink perseveres and innovates

In this ongoing series, we hear from island restaurateurs about how they are faring in the pandemic.

There’s no place like home to enjoy the arts

Arts

There’s no place like home to enjoy the arts

Homegrown entertainment is easy to find.

For decades of deep dedication, beloved teacher is recognized

News

For decades of deep dedication, beloved teacher is recognized

Lopez has taught for 56 years, including 45 years at McMurray Middle School.

Rediscovering Vashon’s restaurants, reinvented

Opinion

Rediscovering Vashon’s restaurants, reinvented

Food is life. It took 71 days for me to learn that, fully.

Our Town: a tile maker follows her passion

Arts

Our Town: a tile maker follows her passion

Mary Lynn Buss, a tile and mosaic master, in her own words.