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County Tax Increases Could Cost Island Tax Districts Everything

Spurred by the Vashon Park District, a bill has been revived to potentially shake up state tax law.

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COVID-19 Meant More Million Dollar Home Sales on Vashon

Through Nov. 30 of this year, a total of 162 homes have been sold on the island.

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As Boards Approve Budgets, Parks Faces Uncertainty

The park district is due to lose a total of $132,000 in tax revenue next year from prorationing.

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Health Care District Passes Budget, Putting Parks at Risk

Budget decided against backdrop of pandemic, responsible for limiting primary care provider search.

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Longtime Land Trust Executive Director Charts New Path

Tom Dean will take on a new role as the Vashon-Maury Island Land Trust’s Conservation Director.

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As Overdoses in State, County Soar, Islander Takes Action

Project Narcan Vashon obtained a one-year supply of Narcan to dispense on the island.

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Local Services Hosts Annual Town Hall, Pandemic Style

King County officials Zoomed in to inform and hear from island residents.

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Park district commits to saving Tramp Harbor dock

Board made motion to sign a disputed lease with the Washington Department of Natural Resources.

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Updated: Health care district signs on with Sea Mar

Commissioners contract with Sea Mar Community Health Centers for primary care services on Vashon.

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County, bird watchers brace for a warming world

A recent study suggests environmental issues can be foreshadowed by what is happening to birds.

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NW Canine Connections, island dog kennel, to close

Vashon Island Pet Protectors is leasing the space, will open a long-awaited dog shelter.

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Ciderfest returns, packaged for pandemic

The Vashon-Maury Island Chamber of Commerce is selling unique CiderFest-themed boxes this year.

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Health care district shares latest progress with new provider

Commissioners identified Sea Mar Community Health Centers as frontrunner in provider search.