News
Responders work to prepare for a landslide on Vashon
In the wake of last month’s deadly landslide in Oso, Vashon’s emergency volunteers are preparing for a significant…
News
Donations come in quickly for group to purchase historic house
Vashon’s heritage association has quickly garnered $110,000 in pledges to purchase a historical home on Bank Road, more…
News
12 measles cases reported in Washington state
In the last month, a dozen cases of measles have been reported to Washington public health officials, who…
News
Schools foundation fundraises to fill budget gap and more
The Vashon Schools Foundation is again launching an ambitious fundraising campaign, hoping to raise $500,000 in pledges both…
Letters to the Editor
Representatives are not honoring their oaths of office
I’m writing to strongly disagree with Sharon Nelson, who says that progress is blocked by a divided legislature.…
Letters to the Editor
Fix the economy first
Everyone on Vashon has heard about the K2 problems. It’s the NIMBY big government culture. They tag teamed…
Letters to the Editor
Repeal the Authorization for the Use of Military Force
As a Quaker, my fundamental belief in non-violence leads me to call for the repeal of the Authorization…
Letters to the Editor
Vote yes for buses and roads
Islanders should vote yes on Proposition 1. Prop. 1 on the ballot would preserve existing bus service on…
Letters to the Editor
Postmaster offers apology
I would like to take this opportunity to respond to a letter to the editor regarding the U.S.…
Opinion
Fatherly advice for first-time fathers
Over the last 13 years, helping my wife Maria as she essentially raises our four kids while I…
Obituaries
Virginia May Victoria Schwartz (Rand)
Virginia May Victoria Rand Schwartz Long time Vashon resident Virginia May Victoria Rand Schwartz, died unexpectedly and peacefully…
Arts
VALISE holds open submission for all artists
For its annual All-Island (and Beyond) Invitational Art Show, VALISE Gallery invites every island artist working in any…
Arts
Bergamot Studio closes shop in Burton
After 17 months of curating fine art collections and home furnishings, Bergamot Studio owner Kassana Holden is moving…