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Mitch (Fred) Andrew Treese

June 15, 1949 - March 21, 2021

Screenshot of Gov. Jay Inslee’s news conference from Feb. 17, 2022.

News

Governor: Masks can come off March 21 in most public settings

They’ll still be required in some places, but Washington is following several other states now lifting mandates.

WNPA News Service
A gun rights advocate warns a crowd of the potential need for forceful resistance in the future at gathering outside House of Representatives chamber in this 2020 file photo.

News

Ban of guns at government meetings, ballot counting advances

The prohibition would cover open and concealed carry of firearms. State House Democrats overrode Republican objections.

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News

Amanda Knox finds a fresh start on Vashon

Knox and Robinson bought a home on the island in 2019 just before the pandemic arrived. They’ve since…

covid

News

Omicron wave has crested on Vashon, but caution still advised

Still, COVID infections continue at a dangerous level, despite the improving statistics.

landslides

News

Vashon is still digging out after January landslides

Vashon residents are still dealing with the aftermath of recent landslides.

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Arts

VCA exhibit offers chance to help Nigerian girls

“Face Value,” includes an installation of 112 small handmade figures, representing the young women who are still missing…

our town

Arts

Our Town: Margaret Tylczak aims for smile-worthy paintings

Tylczak’s paintings have been featured in many local art galleries, as well as galleries across the U.S.

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Arts

Arts in Brief | Feb. 17 edition

Take in a play reading, see jazz vocalist Diane Schuur in concert and more.

News

Happenings | Feb. 17 edition

Day of Remembrance, Talk on the Rock, King County Survey, Pumping Program

Opinion

Vashon Commons sets example for equitable access

For years, the Vashon Commons has helped make social and emotional support programs available to all kids, regardless…

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Opinion

Wide Access to Public Facilities is Our Shared Goal

I respect that the Commons Agreement was drafted by neighbors and friends and people have personal stakes in…

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Opinion

Commons Agreements is good for schools, parks and community

The last two weeks have been a scramble as user groups worked to understand why either board would…