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Vashon and Maury Islands are home to an abundance of flora and fauna. To learn about these species and hundreds of others, stop by the exhibit that will open this Friday at the Land Trust Building. (Kieran Enzian Photo, left; Maria Metler Photos center top and right; Kelly Keenan Photo center bottom)

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The nature of Vashon: Explore the island’s biodiversity an upcoming exhibit

By SUSAN RIEMER

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Islanders help Kathy’s Corner rebuild after recent burglary, multiple losses

Thieves broke into Kathy’s Corner nearly two weeks ago, and since that time islanders have stepped up to…

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Food bank begins strategic plan, focuses on island’s ever-rising costs

The Vashon Maury Island Community Food Bank has embarked on a strategic planning process and has established a…

The Shook Twins will perform at the Vashon Theatre. (Courtesy Photo)

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Musical duo to headline local benefit concert to aid Puerto Rico

The Shook Twins will return to the island to play an intimate duo set at a fundraiser for…

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New van program available to all riders for trips on and off Vashon

The new Community Van program, announced last week, has already undergone a significant change: The vans are available…

Islander Janet Welt is Vashon’s transportation coordinator. (Susan Riemer/Staff Photo)

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Chamber, county partner to begin community van program

Islanders in need of a lift will soon have a new way to get around: a community van.

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Poor ferry service proves bad for business, islanders aim for help from Olympia

After a difficult summer of ferry travel, the Vashon-Maury Island Chamber of Commerce and a small number of…

Climate change hits home: Rising seas may claim hundreds of houses on Vashon

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Climate change hits home: Rising seas may claim hundreds of houses on Vashon

More than 230 homes on Vashon could end up underwater if sea levels rise as much as scientists…

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CSA Plan approved, moves to full council

In the most recent step for Vashon’s Community Service Area Plan, the King County Council’s Transportation, Economy and…

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News Briefs: Election, downtown business changes

Fire, schools, parks and more all on current ballot

After one year, growing clinic still seeks new patients

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After one year, growing clinic still seeks new patients

Neighborcare Health marked its first anniversary at the Sunrise Ridge clinic late last month, and while officials count…

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Fire claims small cabin on Vashon’s south end

A small cabin in the woods located in the southeast portion of Vashon burned last week, according to…

VYFS director resigns

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VYFS director resigns

After nearly five years at the helm of Vashon Youth & Family Services, Executive Director Kathleen Johnson is…