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District says the high school’s main structure should be torn down
Vashon School District officials have put forward a new plan for the rebuild of Vashon High School: Rather…
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When it comes to energy use, some say Vashon is doing better
As some of the Island’s leading advocates for energy conservation prepare for their second annual energy fair, they…
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District 19 gets OK to extract water from Morgan Hill well
King County Water District 19 got state approval last month to begin extracting water from its so-called Morgan…
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School district proposes tearing down — not renovating — main high school building
Vashon School District officials have put forward a new plan for the rebuild of Vashon High School: Rather…
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A new project gives voice to Vashon’s Latino community
Stories unfold on a large strip of butcher paper in Sally Adam’s classroom at Chautauqua Elementary School, where…
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Merchants hope to curb credit card use
Several Vashon merchants are banding together to give consumers a gentle nudge: They plan to post hand-calligraphed cards…
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Organizers say new community forum is gaining traction
Nearly 100 Islanders have signed a letter calling for a new representative body on Vashon, prompting organizers of…
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McDermott decides to sponsor measure that would alter UAC system
King County Councilmember Joe McDermott has decided to sponsor legislation that could fundamentally alter the county’s relationship with…
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Coca-Cola parody takes aim at conservative billionaires
A 60-second parody of the famous Coca-Cola commercial, “I’d like to buy the world a Coke,” conceived by…
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Teachers take a hit as lawmakers balance budget
In his 47 years as a public school teacher, Vashon math teacher Cornelius Lopez says he doesn’t recall…
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Despite a tough session, lawmakers find funds for Whispering Firs Bog
The delicate bog laurel is flowering at Whispering Firs Bog, where the peat layer that supports it is…
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Housing project clears final hurdle
Nearly a decade after it first announced the project to the community, Vashon HouseHold is about to start…
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Parents voice concerns about proposed cuts at Vashon schools
More than 40 parents attended a public forum Thursday to voice concerns about potential cuts to a raft…