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Happenings | Sept. 25 edition

Here’s your list of upcoming talks, meetings, and other happenings on Vashon.

The MV Sally Fox departing Vashon for a noon sailing — one of four midday round trips that were added to the foot ferry’s sailing schedule in 2024. (Alex Bruell/File Photo)

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County expands water taxi service, adding Saturday sailings

“This is a shining example of what’s possible when government and commmunity collaborate,” said island ferry advocate Amy…

A J Pod orca spyhops beside Notch J47 and other family members near Point Robinson. Local photographer Sherry Lee Bottoms called her experience of seeing the pod a very touching experience, especially since it was the first time she had seen them at Point Robinson. “It makes me want to do as much as I can to restore the fish runs,” she said. (Sherry Lee Bottoms Photo)

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High drama and a new baby with J Pod

J Pod returned to Vashon-Maury waters on Sept. 17, 19 and 20.

Aspen Anderson (Alex Bruell Photo)

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Aspen Anderson joins The Beachcomber staff as full-time reporter

Anderson said she values the role local news plays in connecting neighbors and telling stories that reflect a…

The Wheel! Of! Misfortune! (Vicky de Monterey Richoux photo)

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Stay safe, play preparedness games, and plan for events

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Skateboarders defied gravity as onlookers admired their moves at last year’s “Attack the Track” event. (Mike Dillman Photo)

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Park District announces third annual ‘Attack the Track’ event

The annual skate event from 12-4 p.m. Saturday, September 20, at the BARC Skate Park.

Perishable hops from Sweet Alyssum Farm’s travelled fewer than 20 miles to be brewed into beer in Seattle. (Colin Macintosh Photo)

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Islanders assist in bountiful harvest at Sweet Alyssum Farm

Nearly 400 pounds of Vashon-grown hops made it into a fresh hop beer at Ghostfish Brewing Company in…

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News Briefs | Sept. 11 edition

Vaccination clinics, ongoing beach closures for shellfishing and more

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Happening | Sept. 18 edition

Upcoming meetings, gatherings, lectures and other events

Attendees at a candlelit vigil for Charlie Kirk. (Tom Hughes Photo)

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Islanders hold vigil for Charlie Kirk on Vashon

Those in attendance held lighted candles, with a few also holding American flags, as patriotic music by Lee…

Deputy Chief Ben Davidson, speaking at Vashon Island Fire & Rescue’s candlelit remembrance of 9/11. (Elizabeth Shepherd Photo)

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Scene Heard: Honoring the lives lost on 9/11

At dusk on the evening of Sept. 11, a candlelit ceremony was held at Vashon Island Fire Rescue’s…

There is always one rider at P2P who needs to be different. Can you spot him? (Jordan Petram Photo)

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Passport2Pain riders ruled the rugged hills of Vashon

This year, the ride’s raucous theme was Monty Python, which took the annual event’s penchant for cosplay and…

Paul McGown, at Vashon Island Fire & Rescue. (VIFR Photo)

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Physician assistant joins MIH staff

Last week marked a milestone for Vashon Island Fire &Rescue’s Mobile Integrated Health program, with the arrival of…