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Mark Bennion

His heart, humor, and the memory of his great hair will never leave those who loved him.

News

Correction | April 24 edition

Due to human error, an article on the front page of The Beachcomber’s April 10 edition (“Islanders pack…

Dedra Whitt and Cate O’Kane star in Vashon Repertory Theatre’s production of “Summer, 1976.” (Michelle Bates photo)

Arts

West Coast premiere of ‘Summer, 1976’ to bow on Vashon

It will feature well-known local actors Cate O’Kane and Dedra Whitt.

Pirate midfielder Lewis Thompson lines up a shot against Annie Wright. (Dawn Stief photo)

Sports

Pirates among favorites for state title

The soccer players emerged from their spring break bouts still undefeated.

James Cottrell holds a venison tallow candle made from rendered deer fat. (Courtesy photo)

News

Fawning does present road dangers

Spring brings pregnant and baby deer — and a reminder to drive cautiously.

Courtesy File Photo, WSDOT

Northwest

6-cent gas tax hike central to new transportation deal in Legislature

The tax would also rise in the future to account for inflation

Kay White (center) for whom the Kay White Choral Fest is named, and choirs in this year’s fest: (bottom row, left to right) Mirinesse Women’s Choir, Choral Arts Northwest, Bryd Ensemble (top row) Vashon Island Chorale, Opus-7 Vocal Ensemble, and the Choir of the West. (Courtesy photos)

Arts

Arts Briefs | April 24 edition

It’s time for the Kay White Choral Fest, VIVA’s Spring Tour and more.

Help the Vashon Rotary Club and island environmental groups clean up tires like this one by locating and/or unearthing tires, then reporting them (with photos and locations) to Steve Bergman at scbergmanvashon@gmail.com. (Courtesy photo)

News

Happenings | April 24 edition

Garden club plant sale, child care fair and more.

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Northwest

Fifth case of measles in state identified in a King County infant

Traveled through Sea-Tac Airport and visited Seattle Children’s Hospital

Seth Zuckerman

Opinion

Commentary: A more perfect water system

WD 19 is looking for your feedback on proposed changes to water share allocation.

Opinion

Editorial: Happy Earth Day

Our obligation to the planet is sacred and inherent.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to The Editor | April 17 edition

Readers respond to news on kayaktivists, protests and share praise for county road crews.

Opinion

Commentary: A call to action on our local news crisis

The Beachcomber is a signatory to a regional letter on local news.