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Margaret and Eric Heffelfinger say they’re looking forward to new adventures.

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Silverwood’s closure marks the end of an era

The Silverwood Gallery is known for its vibrant oil paintings, whimsical ceramic tiles and curvaceous copper sculptures. But…

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Real estate agent leases inn, but without a restaurant

Longtime Island real estate agent Jeff Lewis has signed a lease to operate the former Quartermaster Inn and…

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County to unveil new strategy for outreach

Islanders will get a glimpse of King County’s new strategy for community outreach when several public officials visit…

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Sanders seeks a return to state Supreme Court

Vashon resident and former Supreme Court Justice Richard Sanders announced that he’s again seeking a seat on the…

Sales clerk Shelley Whannell and Tim Johnson say the changes at Granny’s have made the bustling thrift store feel less crowded.

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Granny’s undergoes a makeover, thanks to energy and vision of new manager

Men’s clothing is now next to the dressing rooms, dishes are in the same area as table linens,…

Caitlin Carnahan and Greg Reed

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Island farms gear up to sell fresh produce to schools

Farmers at four Island farms are planting a few more rows of radishes, leeks, carrots and greens than…

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Silverwood Gallery closes after 17 years in the heart of Burton

Margaret and Eric Heffelfinger, owners of the Silverwood Gallery in Burton, shuttered their doors for good on Sunday…

Al and Carol Slaughter

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An era ends at a beloved clubhouse

For five decades, the South End Community Club was at the heart of a thriving neighborhood on the…

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Islanders push county to find funds for septic repairs

A handful of Islanders is pushing King County to find funds to help cover the costs of repairing…

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Group conducts survey about teen substance use

A Vashon group working to address youth substance abuse is conducting an Island-wide survey of adults in an…

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Nelson blames Senate Republicans for special session

Sen. Sharon Nelson (D-Maury Island) issued a statement Friday blaming Republicans in the Legislature for an 11th-hour budget…

Pam Bredouw

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Island group works to build a women’s retreat

Valerie Manusov remembers the moment 13 years ago when she realized she wanted to create a retreat center…

Bruce Johns

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Support for Romney prevails at Vashon’s GOP caucus

More than 100 people turned out for Vashon’s Republican precinct caucuses on Saturday, where passion for Ron Paul…