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Addressing Grievance, New Talks Planned Between Union, Fire Chief
Negotiations will determine a new leave policy for Vashon firefighters exposed to COVID-19.
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Fulbright Scholar Brings the World to Vashon Classrooms
Becky Blankenship wants her McMurray Middle School students to see the world and feed their minds.
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State health officials announce next steps for vaccines
From the Washington State Department of Health:
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WA, King County lawmakers react to Capitol Building storming
A mob of right-wing agitators stormed the Capitol Building on Jan. 6, as Congress was preparing to certify…
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Inslee announces new COVID-19 reopening plan for Washington
Some restrictions will be eased beginning as soon as next week, the governor said.
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Bills to follow in the 2021 Legislative session include police reform
It’s legislation filing season, and the floodgates have opened in Olympia.
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US Navy punishes suicidal sailor who sought mental health treatment
Federal Way native’s case has attracted the attention of a national advocacy group.
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Vashon Emergency Operations Center COVID-19 Pandemic Situation Report
Here’s what you need to know about Dec. 22 to 28.
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A Year Like None Other: A Pandemic Changes Everything on Vashon
In January, reports began circulating about an illness in China. Here’s what happened after on Vashon
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Vaccinations Bring Relief and Hope To Vashon Community Care
Residents and staff at Vashon Community Care received the first COVID-19 vaccinations last week.
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Gov. Inslee extends ban on indoor dining, other restrictions
An updated reopening plan for stores, restaurants and gatherings will be released next week.
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New proposal might help Washington get a Republican governor
An electoral college system, rather than a popular vote, could give more power to rural counties.
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Thomas “Tommy” Brooks Sudduth, Feb. 4, 1956 — Dec. 7, 2020
A longtime islander, Sudduth became Vashon’s first confirmed fatality linked to the coronavirus.