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Opinion

Introducing: New Medical Reserve Corps Leaders

We are handing over the responsibility for the MRC to Drs. Clayton Olney and Jim Bristow.

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Vaccinations Bring Relief and Hope To Vashon Community Care

Residents and staff at Vashon Community Care received the first COVID-19 vaccinations last week.

Gov. Jay Inslee, pictured in December as he signed the certified statewide election results. Courtesy photo

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Gov. Inslee extends ban on indoor dining, other restrictions

An updated reopening plan for stores, restaurants and gatherings will be released next week.

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Business

State minimum wage goes to $13.69 per hour starting Jan. 1

Current rate is $13.50

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King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office warns of scam calls

Caller demands money to drop criminal cases

State Rep. Brad Klippert, R-Kennewick. (Washington State Legislative Support Services) 2015

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New proposal might help Washington get a Republican governor

An electoral college system, rather than a popular vote, could give more power to rural counties.

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Business

Sound Publishing offers grants to local businesses

Sound Publishing has launched a local business stimulus program to help businesses adapt in a rapidly evolving economic…

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Opinion

Savoring the Secrets and Science of Riparian Areas

You don’t have to be an ecologist to appreciate the vitality of a place like this.

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Arts

Desert Island Duo Choose Christmas Classics

Phil Clapham and Elizabeth Shepherd revisit “A Child’s Christmas in Wales” and “A Christmas Memory.”

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Island Physician Among First to Receive Vaccine: EOC COVID-19 Pandemic Situation Report | UPDATED

Here’s what you need to know about Dec. 15 to Dec. 21.

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

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What we know about COVID-19 vaccines| Public Health – Seattle & King County

A conversation with Dr. Jeff Duchin

Opinion

Fire District Needs to Bargain with Union | Update

Firefighters shouldn’t have to worry if they have any sick time left if they are exposed to COVID-19.

The first of 152 new light rail vehicles arrived in June 2019 at Sound Transit’s Operations and Maintenance Facility in Seattle. COURTESY PHOTO, Sound Transit

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Sound Transit testing new light rail vehicles

Trains will run weekends and late night weekdays and will not board passengers