Arts
For the living about dying: artists address the topic through new artwork
Most galleries and art spots are open from
6 to 9 p.m.
Opinion
EDITORIAL: Supporting our nonprofits is not always about the money
In just the past month, a handful of Vashon’s 45 nonprofits have received more than $40,000 in grants…
News
TIME & AGAIN: Ferry revolution of 1980s brings people, money to Vashon
During the late 1980s and early 1990s, a dramatic increase in ferry auto capacity came to Vashon-Maury Island…
Opinion
COMMENTARY: Community plan needs to account for limited resources, especially water
Tomorrow at McMurray Middle School, King County will hold its first of two public forums on draft recommendations…
Opinion
COMMENTARY: Senior citizen seeking young lunch date with credit card
After my wife Sheila and I retired from our respective careers some years ago, we realized we may…
Opinion
LETTER: Recent lawsuit story was unbiased, followed journalistic practices
I’m writing in response to three letters in last week’s paper accusing the reporter and the paper of…
Opinion
EDITORIAL: Civil rights, tolerance more important now than ever
This week’s Beachcomber is another one of those issues in which, without any plan by staff, stories seemed…
Arts
Conservation biologist talks about fate of elephants
Conservation biologist Dr. Samuel Wasser will discuss the serious threat to African elephants and the scientific methods used…
Opinion
LETTER: Wright’s alleged wrongdoings were in line with current laws
In your Feb. 8 article regarding the lawsuit between the Vashon Island School District and Dr. Kelly Wright…
Opinion
LETTER: Vashon should be exempt from Port of Seattle taxes
I think the time is long overdue that we on Vashon be relieved of the obligation to pay…
Opinion
LETTER: Vashon needs better jobs, not low-cost housing
With more housing comes more low- income renters. We need a lucrative industry with high paying jobs. Not…
