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Obituaries

Jay Thomas Holtz — 1945-2025

On Vashon, Jay will be remembered as a steward of a small forest and its trails and seasonal…

Katie Zeitler, who is the program manager for the Dementia Friends program at the University of Washington’s Memory and Brain Wellness Center, will deliver a lecture entitled “Taking the Stigma Out of Memory Loss.” (Courtesy Photo)

News

Lecture will detail ways to create a dementia-friendly island

The topic to be discussed as particular significance to Vashon, said organizers of the third annual Christine Jovanovich…

Vashon Pharmacy owner Tyler Young looks on as Cece Reoux vaccinates Su DeWalt in 2024. (File Photo)

News

State order removes COVID vaccine restrictions

“This is excellent news,” said Dr. Zach Miller, an infectious disease physician and volunteer with the Vashon Medical…

Mary Singer on the beach in France, grateful and triumphant. (Patrice Chassery Photo)

News

Islander completes ‘triple crown’ with English Channel swim

Mary Singer is now one of fewer than 400 people, since 1987, who have completed the triple crown…

Clayton Olney and Jim Bristow

Opinion

A call to arms — your arms!

According to the Washington Department of Health, Vashon’s adult vaccination rates for COVID and flu have dropped by…

Lane to the Glen, an Irish traditional music trio, will play a concert at the Vashon Havurah. (Courtesy Photo)

Arts

Acclaimed Irish trio tunes up for Vashon show

Lane to the Glen is an Irish trio steeped in the music and history of the Sligo area.

Courtesy Photo
Artworks by Sally Jean Fox are on view throughout September at Anu Rana’s Healthy Kitchen, at 17610 Vashon Hwy SW.

Arts

Arts Briefs | Sept. 11 edition

Performances, talks, art shows and more coming up on Vashon

Public Health – Seattle & King County staff administering COVID-19 vaccine to a local emergency responder. COURTESY PHOTO

Northwest

Western states form vaccine alliance as Florida plans to end vaccine mandates

The Democratic governors of California, Oregon and Washington said Sept. 3 they are forming an alliance to coordinate…

Letters to the Editor

Letters | Sept. 4 edition

Eric Pryne asks questions about a candidate

Vashon Pharmacy now has two exam rooms for those receiving vaccinations and other clinical services. (VashonBePrepared Photo)

News

Finding clarity on COVID and vaccination updates

The state vaccine advisory committee continues to recommend an annual COVID vaccine for everyone 6 months through 64…

Vashon High School jewelry and chemistry students gather around Dr. Joshua Marceau as he discusses metallurgy. (Courtesy Photo)

Opinion

PIE helps create meaningful education memories

Guest experts show students what’s possible in their careers and lives.

Nidia Sahagun (right), the school district’s 2025 Doors of Opportunity receipient this year, was presented with flowers and a framed certificate for the prize last week by (left) India Alarcorn, from Vashon Schools Foundation, and (center) Interim Superintendent Jo Moccia. (Courtesy Photo)

News

Nidia Sahagun recognized for family engagement work

“Nidia is visible in our schools and the community, building trusting, productive relationships with families,” said VISD Director…

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Opinion

What a Swainson’s thrush tells us about our forests

Will our thrushes be back next year?