Sports
Pirates look ahead to Homecoming after loss to Cascade Christian
The Vashon Pirates football team continued its long season last Friday night in Sumner with a 50-0 loss…
Arts
The meaning of Christmas comes to life | Review
What is it about “A Christmas Carol?” We all know the story. We know how it ends. But…
Opinion
Vashon’s schools need the community’s support
I heard a fact earlier this year and it stuck with me. Ours is the first generation that…
Opinion
Growing up on Vashon: A chapter ends
For about 13 years now, I have been very blessed. I am one of the only people I…
Opinion
A 9-year-old son officially enters the ranks of Vashon football
Let’s make one thing perfectly clear. I love football. Now, the reason I have to say that upfront…
Opinion
The demands of a daily commute put family life in a new perspective
It’s funny how perspectives change. For nine years, I have lived on the Island. I managed to cobble…
Opinion
Beloved Drama Dock director deserves community support
Tomorrow is my birthday. It is also the night we open Drama Dock’s “Oklahoma.” My youngest child and…
Sports
Vashon 12-and-under softball finishes winning season
The Vashon Pirates girls’ 12-and-under fastpitch team wrapped up a memorable season last week with a tournament, where…
Opinion
Vashon High School’s ‘A Chorus Line’ needn’t ruffle feathers
Ours is a small pond. We know which kids imbibe and which couples are separating. It’s enough to…
Opinion
The support of friends makes a world of difference
One of my best friends is fond of saying that there are friends who come into your life…
Opinion
Third time’s the charm for Chautauqua’s Third-Grade Program
The other day, my kids and I were watching a video. But it wasn’t a video about Indiana…
Opinion
Even the middle school years can be wonderful for children
Middle school. Those two words alone are enough to strike fear in the hearts of mortal women everywhere.…