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Young Islander wins state shoot again

For a third year in a row, Islander Mikie Hoffmann, a 2010 graduate of Vashon High School, took…

Debi Richards and the Vashon Island Chamber of Commerce staff show off special signs for Island vendors.

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A festival becomes a more home-grown affair | 2011 Strawberry Festival

When Debi Richards joined the Vashon Island Chamber of Commerce staff half a dozen years ago, almost all…

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Metro plans service cuts, threatening some Vashon runs

Unless the county implements a $20 fee on vehicle licensing, King County Metro is poised to cut a…

From left to right: Susan Sullivan

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Trails book updated to include more paths, information

The newly updated “Walks, Trails and Parks on Vashon” will be for sale at the Vashon Park District…

Residents of J.G. Commons and Charter House pick lettuce with Vashon HouseHold employee Jenn Coe in their newly created garden last Friday. Left to right: Bonnie Nelson

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A garden to call their own

Last week when residents of J.G. Commons and Charter House gathered for their monthly potluck, there was a…

Beach-goers explore an eelgrass bed at Point Robinson at last year’s Low Tide Celebration. This year’s gathering will take place Saturday.

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Low tide celebration offers a window into another world

This weekend Point Robinson will teem with life, not only because one of the lowest tides of summer…

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KCLS begins to address permitting for Vashon Library project

The King County Library System (KCLS) is moving forward on plans to renovate and expand the Vashon Library…

Left to right: Zach Stackhouse

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Young graduates leave Vashon for a world of opportunity

Among other things, Vashon is known for its talented and driven young students. Just flip through the Class…

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Youth Council to close after 12 years

After more than a decade of providing programs, events, mentorship and grants to Vashon youth, the Vashon Youth…

Bob Norton (right) talks with Vashon Island Fruit Club member Nancy Kappelman as they pick berries.

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A farmer scores big with berries

As many Island farmers grumble about the recent poor weather and struggle to grow their regular crops, at…

Kelsey Kozak milks her jersey Tess twice a day and uses the milk to to make a variety of cheeses and dairy products. The culinary school graduate is teaching cheese-making classes on Vashon this summer.

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One woman’s culinary journey

Kelsey Kozak’s love of food began at a young age. Now the young chef is preparing for a…

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Vashon ferry worker on leave after road rage incident

Washington State Ferries (WSF) has placed a worker who directs traffic at the north-end ferry route on administrative…

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State seeks Islanders’ help in clearing up Quartermaster

In an effort to clear Quartermaster Harbor of abandoned and environmentally harmful mooring buoys, officials from the state…