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Golfers not dissuaded by stay at home order

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Golfers not dissuaded by stay at home order

Golf is a nonessential business per Gov. Jay Inslee, but some are still hitting the links on Vashon.

In the age of the coronavirus, Vashon’s once-bustling restaurant scene has changed drastically, with restaurants like The Ruby Brink now closed to diners, but still advertising take-out on signs affixed to its windows. Local historian Bruce Haulman hopes to catalog photos like this so that future generations can see what life was like for islanders during the coronavirus pandemic (Tom Hughes Photo).

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Historians ask, how will the coronavirus era be remembered?

A coordinated drive to collect historical artifacts pertaining to the pandemic is underway on Vashon

Remembering Vashon, as we pass the days waiting for tomorrow

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Remembering Vashon, as we pass the days waiting for tomorrow

I’ll say a word — let’s make it “Friday” — and you tell me what you remember.

Making Vashon a climate action laboratory

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Making Vashon a climate action laboratory

The Whole Vashon Project aims to gather the community around programs that motivate action.

COVID-19 testing rolls out on island

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COVID-19 testing rolls out on island

The Vashon COVID-19 Testing Project tested approximately 30 people in its first two weeks.

Governor: Many COVID-19 restrictions to linger after May 4

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Governor: Many COVID-19 restrictions to linger after May 4

In a televised address, Jay Inslee announced a framework for a very gradual end to social lockdown.

Two former King County jail inmates test positive for COVID-19

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Two former King County jail inmates test positive for COVID-19

First confirmed cases at two correctional facilities

PSE Foundation, PSE commit to over $1 million to support community efforts

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PSE Foundation, PSE commit to over $1 million to support community efforts

Donations to help community groups, food banks during COVID-19 pandemic

State processes record number of applications for unemployment benefits

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State processes record number of applications for unemployment benefits

Employment Security Department had challenges with the volume

Cantwell calls for nationwide support for local media hurt by COVID-19 pandemic

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Cantwell calls for nationwide support for local media hurt by COVID-19 pandemic

Remarks come on Senate floor: ‘We need the media. …and need to help them’

Stroll the halls on local online art gallery for treasures

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Stroll the halls on local online art gallery for treasures

All the works on view are for sale, supporting the artists and Vashon Center for the Arts.

With 50th anniversary of Earth Day, it’s time for change

Opinion

With 50th anniversary of Earth Day, it’s time for change

Let’s make the best of challenging times by making Vashon a more sustainable and resilient community.

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Wishing for a world of care and respect this Earth Day

It may be worth reflecting on how uniquely cared for this island is, and its people are, by…