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Emily Herrick

Opinion

Commentary: Centering community and connection for women

A flourishing women’s community center on Vashon Island is growing.

The bulge in this pipe means the water has frozen, expanding to the point that it has burst the pipe. The result has been a leak that could flood a house.

News

VashonBePrepared: Fall is here. Time to prepare for winter.

If you start now, you’ll have plenty of time.

Kate Dowling

Opinion

Commentary: Celebrating 25 years of Voice of Vashon

Let’s ensure that VoV continues to thrive and serve our community for many more years to come.

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News

Beachcomber reporter wins big in state journalism contest

Liz Shepherd earned a first-place prize for News Writer of the Year in the statewide contest.

Peggy Rubens-Ellis

Opinion

Commentary: Science prevails over fear tactics

VARSA uses science and evidence-based curriculum to teach substance use prevention.

Terah Ratheheart

Opinion

Commentary: Growing our community together

Come celebrate 25 years of local growers with the fun of a harvest party this weekend.

Opinion

Editorial: Gratitude

We’re grateful for the WNPA’s recognition of The Beachcomber’s reporter.

King County senior forester Paul Fischer, in a portion of the forest near the Mukai Pond parking lot earlier this year, describes the logging process at Island Center Forest. (Leslie Brown Photo).

News

King County postpones logging project in Island Center Forest

The county received 12 comments in its environmental review process, more than usual.

Elizabeth Schweinler

Obituaries

Elizabeth Schweinler

Elizabeth was an artist and cook who loved life and counted her blessings.

Glen Ross“Dusty”Millar

Obituaries

Glen Ross “Dusty” Millar

Millar was a friend to everyone.

Ashleigh Rauen photo

News

Island equestrian selected for 2026 Gaucho Derby in South America

The derby will take riders through the stunning landscapes of Patagonia.

King County's Island Center Forest deer hunt map. No hunting is allowed in the northeastern section (the Island Center Forest Natural Area), highlighted in red, where trails will remain open to public use.

News

News Briefs | October 10 edition

Land Trust grows Tahlequah Preserve, DispatchHealth kicks off on Vashon and more

An artist's sketch shows what a grocery store at the Grange hall could look like.

News

Grange Hall could become new grocery on island’s north end

The project will rely on changes in the county comprehensive plan.