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Alice May runs in the Western States Endurance Run high up in California’s Gold Country. (Rusty Knowler photo)

Sports

Alice May becomes second Vashon resident to complete Western States Endurance Run

The run is hard, but in a way, getting to the starting line is even harder.

(Left to right) Teenagers Kingsley Du, Derek Du and Jerry Wang are working on shows produced by Vashon Repertory Theater this summer. (Courtesy photos)

Arts

Chinese theater students land on Vashon

Three Chinese teenagers will work on shows produced this summer by Vashon Repertory Theatre.

Laura Bienen

Opinion

Commentary: Celebrating 35 years of birds

On Friday, July 17, at our 35th annual members meeting, the Vashon Bird Alliance celebrated many accomplishments and…

JC Graham

Opinion

Commentary: Strengthening democracy in an age of disruption

Democracy is more than voting every few years.

Opinion

Editorial: Strawberry fields forever

Cheers to another successful Strawberry Festival!

Michelle Lassaline cartoon
"Everyone deserves the chance to dance," said TK Rose, the eight-year-old dance student at VCA and arts enthusiast who was elected to be Vashon's next Unofficial Mayor during Strawberry Festival last weekend. TK’s candidacy supported the Blue Heron Education Center’s Scholarship Fund, which keeps the arts accessible to Vashon’s youth.

Opinion

Mayor TK Rose

A cartoon by Michelle Lassaline.

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor | July 24, 2025

Vashon needs Home Care Aides

The very best “vaccine” against COVID is not getting infected in the first place. We are all familiar with the steps to take by now: Wash your hands. Wear a mask. Avoid large crowds and people known to be infected. (Courtesy graphic)

News

VashonBePrepared: Answers to your COVID vaccine questions

Changes at the federal government level have raised concerns about vaccine access here on Vashon for three important…

On August 2, performers at the Open Air Aerial Festival will bring grace, athleticism and comedic flair to their high-flying artistry. (Michelle Bates photos)

Arts

Arts Briefs | July 24, 2025

Open Air will take flight from 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Aug 2.

Tina Anderson’s artwork, “Strong,” is being shown at VCA’s Summer Arts Fest. (Courtesy photo)

Arts

Summer Arts Fest opens new, all-local exhibition

The exhibition opens from 5-8 p.m. Friday, July 25, and runs through Sunday, August 10.

The Vashon Island Marine Band and Procession, made up of local artists, musicians, and makers in creative costumed inspired by Salish Sea life, joyously processed past islanders in the Strawberry Festival parade. (Elizabeth Shepherd photo)

News

Photo gallery: A “berry” fun Festival

Photos from this year’s Strawberry Festival.

Harris Levinson

Obituaries

Obituary: Harris Levinson

Harris was widely known for his warmth, generosity, zest for life and learning, and vibrant spirit

Carol Anne Digardi

Obituaries

Carol Anne Digardi

Carol was an amazing, huge personality, generous with all living things