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A beloved teacher steps down after a rich career
As Carolyn Buehl began to pack up her classroom at Chautauqua Elementary School last week, organizing art supplies…
Business
Owner gears up for a major redevelopment of LS Cedar
Loren Sinner can locate that 1x4 tongue-and-groove a customer wants in a matter of minutes, but he might…
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Osprey nest in cell tower goes up in flames
An osprey nest perched on top of a 165-foot microwave tower burst into flames Tuesday night, creating an…
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Open house at Mukai thwarted by cyclone fence
Around 100 people gathered to take a tour of the famed Mukai Farmhouse Monday night, only to be…
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County pushes final group of homeowners in marine recovery areas to repair failing septics
Around 30 waterfront homeowners could face fines of up to $25 a day if they don’t get their…
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Recycling event brings in $4,900 for dental care for children
A recycling drive hosted by a small contingent of Islanders last week brought in nearly $5,000 to cover…
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County raises questions about VAA’s proposed performance hall
The King County agency that issues building permits has raised several questions about the scale of Vashon Allied…
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New board takes over Mukai farmhouse
A new board of directors comprised entirely of Islanders has taken over the organization that owns the Mukai…
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K2 Commons reborn as a nonprofit development
K2 Commons, a proposed development that would turn the former ski manufacturing plant into a center with a…
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Emergency drill shows a marine lifeline could be established for Vashon
Vashon’s emergency preparedness experts learned Wednesday what they weren’t sure of before: Should the ferry system go down…
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Storefront Studio project wraps up with lots of ideas for Vashon
More than a dozen University of Washington students presented their visions for a revitalized Vashon Friday night, offering…
Arts
Common Thread: Island artisans weave a new path
Common Thread is a kaleidoscope of color. Silk scarves — in pinks, purples and oranges — hang on…
News
County extends comment period for VAA’s proposed performance center
King County officials have given Islanders an additional 13 days to comment on Vashon Allied Arts’ proposal to…