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Remembering Anne Meeks: June 23, 1927 – April 17, 2021

“We’re all bozos on this bus,” Anne liked to say about her life on earth, which she approached…

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How a grade school principal showed me a path forward

“In showing me forbearance, you allowed me to save face. You treated me as if I deserved kindness.

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Things to do | Sept. 9-16

Share the road with P2P, breathe deep at retreat

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Time and Again: Community stores tell story of consolidation

Heights Grocery Co., in the 1930s, was typical of many of the community stores on the island.

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Editorial: Big things happen in this small town

We wish Vashon was getting better press these days — we are still a remarkable community, in many…

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Letters to the editor | Sept. 9 edition

Islanders continue to sound off about the fire chief’s vaccination stance

People hold up signs in protest of Gov. Jay Inslee’s latest proclamations during a Rally for Medical Freedom on Aug. 25 in Buckley. Photo by Alex Bruell/Sound Publishing

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State workers get incentive to comply with vaccine mandate

An agreement between the state and their union also provides for some leeway in meeting the deadline.

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Obituaries

Bradley Anthony Middling, 1963-2021

He lived his life to the fullest, yet always had time for family and community connection.

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Mukai Farm & Gardens offers islanders a labyrinth walk

Labyrinth walk to be held, “Immigration to America: The Japanese Journey.”

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Islanders share life stories through new memoir collection

“Where We Came From” preserves group’s stories for their friends, families and next generation.

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Island goals: Local mother runs 1,000 miles in a year

Islander Ginger Hamilton completes her newest running goal.

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New data dashboard tracks COVID-19 risk for unvaccinated, vaccinated people

Information compiled by Public Health – Seattle & King County

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State Fair in Puyallup to require face coverings at all times

Indoors and outdoors