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Dog days: hottest temperatures of the year are here

The National Weather Service predicted “dangerously hot conditions” across much of Western Washington.

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Some see promise in kelp farming, while others fear harms

Separate but simultaneous efforts by two Vashon entrepreneurs to create the area’s first commercial kelp farms might start…

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Opinion

Choosing a different path to healing

Since nothing in our future is certain, I might as well follow a path that feels right to…

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the editor | Aug. 17 edition

Readers write in about the recent fire levy.

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Alex Bruell steps up to become The Beachcomber’s new editor

The news was announced by Sound Publishing, The Beachcomber’s parent company, on Thursday, Aug. 10.

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King County issues Stage 2 burn ban in light of high temps | Local Services

All outdoor fires (fire bits and campfires) are prohibited; barbecues and grills are still allowed to be used.

Families splash and play in the water at at Federal Way’s Town Square Park to cool off from a previous heatwave in the region. (File photo)

Northwest

Hottest temps of the year hit WA this week

Call 2-1-1 to find free, local cooling centers in your area

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Opinion

Workforce housing scarcity affects us all

Finding workers for long-term care and other jobs is a national problem, but on Vashon, it’s magnified.

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Sports

Vashon Rock Riders equestrians wrap up a successful season

Three of Rock Rider’s young equestrians were invited to the Washington State Fair in September.

Sports

Cross-country runners: sign up, season starts soon

Interested athletes are encouraged to start planning ahead for a great season.

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Summer brings a COVID wave, for fourth year in a row

Experts mention two factors for the summer wave.

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All aboard: Historic steamboat returns to its home waters

The ship is one of two remaining vessels of its kind and is a National Historic Landmark.

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Arts

Open Air Festival will soar again at Open Space

Students of the UMO School along with other renowned circus arts performers are on the bill.