Letters to the Editor
Pampas grass does not belong here
I suspect that Washingtonians in general, and the inhabitants of Vashon Island in particular, consider themselves to be…
Letters to the Editor
The new school gives a sense of pride
OMG, as the kids would text. Yesterday my John L. Scott office was treated to a guided tour…
Letters to the Editor
Marijuana could help island thrive
Our island needs two things: increased industry of export goods and a thriving city center that serves the…
News
New effort to get businesses ready for the big one
Citing statistics that fewer than half of businesses that suffer major disasters reopen their doors, volunteers are teaming…
Sports
Pirate grapplers start season strong
The Vashon Pirate wrestlers started their season off with two strong showings right out of the gate.
Sports
Basketball season tips off with two victories
The high school basketball has officially begun. On Nov. 30, the Vashon varsity team played a pre-season jamboree…
Arts
Kids bring a Charlie Brown classic back to life
Of the many Christmas classics, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” remains a perennial favorite. Beloved Charlie Brown, in his…
Arts
An artist says thanks to Vashon with a free event
On Saturday night, stone sculptor Anthony Kaufmann will hold a special event of gratitude for the community at…
Arts
Peek into studios on second weekend of tour
In the early 1980’s, several Vashon potters and the artist collective at Barnworks invited the public into their…
Letters to the Editor
Loud conversations don’t belong on ferries or planes
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced recently that the use of cell phones during flight is being considered.…
Letters to the Editor
New VAA building should be closer to town
Vashon Allied Arts should reconsider the location for the new Center for the Arts. When I go out…
Letters to the Editor
Many reasons to be thankful for the care center
I recently read a letter here from Phoebe and Tom who live at Vashon Community Care (VCC) (“Residents…
Letters to the Editor
Orca decline not due to commercial fishing
A remarkable trait among salmon is their ability to rebound from temporary environmental disasters. A severe flood or…