Obituaries
Patricia Morehouse
Patricia had a servant’s heart and helped her family and friends whenever and however she could.
News
Roadwork begins on Vashon’s west side, Tacoma’s Point Defiance
Work will include repairing the adjacent slope and improving drainage.
Opinion
Citizens must defend their rights
During a political discussion, I was once told I must be from another universe. An astute observation.
Opinion
Water District 19 operators join union
Greetings. It is my pleasure to inform this community that the waterworks operators of Water District 19 have…
Opinion
County talks comprehensive plan, climate change
When I read the headline “County talks comprehensive plan,” (July 11), I didn’t realize that the article would…
Opinion
Telescopes: Building equipment free to good home
As a physics teacher, I have built many telescopes with my students. When I came to Vashon four…
Opinion
Forest Stewards’ mill benefited the island
I’m deeply disappointed by the news that a suitable place could not be found or created for a…
Arts
What’s Happening July 18 – 25
An islander takes on the heart of Paris, an ensemble acapella performance, Sarah Christine, and more
Arts
Summer Arts Fest rolls on with six new exhibitions
Jo Robinson will debut ultra-close-up photographs of blossoms as they transform into fruit.
Opinion
Islanders stand up for closing detention camps
When faced with events that shock the conscience, people will choose to stand up rather than standby
News
The news in brief July 18 – 25
Susan Riemer returns to the paper; small spill in Quartermaster; water taxi service update, and more
News
Artful skateboards will support skaters, new park
Fundraiser to support construction of additional features at Burton Adventure Recreation Park.
Opinion
Weekend incident calls for more facts, less speculation
It was surreal to read comments from people with strong opinions but the slimmest of facts.