Obituaries
Mary Lou Rohwer
She spent countless hours volunteering for the Vashon Heritage Museum.
Sports
Vashon Island Rowing Club juniors earn spot in top 18 at Nationals
In past years, it’s been a bittersweet badge of honor. Most of the past 15 or so years…
News
Counting sheep and record crowds
Spectators, dogs and sheep took to Misty Isle Farm for the annual Sheepdog Classic last weekend.
Letters to the Editor
Support local forest economy
Thanks to so many islanders who have expressed their support for Vashon Forest Stewards and offered us space.…
Opinion
Understanding wildfire risk in Western Washington
There are differences in how fires burn in forests on the east and west of the Cascades.
Arts
What’s Happening June 13 – 20
Tributes to music greats, a showcase of island gardens, beer and the Blues, and more.
News
Enrollment open for free preschool
Children must be 3 years old by August 31 to enter the program’s waitlist for the 2019-20 school…
Opinion
Experiencing the Vashon Ultra for the first time
“My body wasn’t conditioned enough for this race. But I’ll be ready next year for the 10.75-mile run.”
Letters to the Editor
Park District van transports Vashon elders in need
The new Park District Van will transport six clients who attend the Vashon Elders’ Arts, Activities and Respite…
Letters to the Editor
Nonprofit for immigrant support seeks community help
I am hoping to drum up some community support for a project we have going with the immigrants…
Letters to the Editor
New editor needs support
I’m writing to welcome The Beachcomber’s new editor, Peggy Chapman, to our community. And, I’m inviting all on…
Obituaries
Beverly Beck Sears
Beverly had a playful sense of humor, was a creative artist, and a supportive, generous mom.