Vashon Emergency Operations Center COVID-19 Pandemic Situation Reports

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Vashon Emergency Operations Center COVID-19 Pandemic Situation Reports

Here’s what you need to know about June 1 to June 8.

Washington families can get help to buy food during school closures

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Washington families can get help to buy food during school closures

Pandemic EBT available early July for children whose schools closed due to COVID-19

Poison Center records increase in poison exposures during COVID-19

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Poison Center records increase in poison exposures during COVID-19

Poison exposures from the misuse of chemicals spiked 53 percent in the early days of the pandemic.

Future of new sex ed law may rest in the hands of voters

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Future of new sex ed law may rest in the hands of voters

Opponents are confident they have enough signatures to put a referendum on the November ballot.

King County Library System to slowly reopen after 3 month closure

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King County Library System to slowly reopen after 3 month closure

Now in Phase 1.5, KCLS will gradually allow book returns with strict guidelines.

The YMCA of Greater Seattle opened its King County branches to provide child care centers dedicated to serving the families of essential workers. Courtesy photo

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Child care shortage could follow COVID-19 pandemic

Around 25 percent of child care facilities have closed across the state.

King County assessor wants Legislature to fix laws to help small businesses

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King County assessor wants Legislature to fix laws to help small businesses

Changes needed because of COVID-19 impact on commercial properties

Local churches take cautious approach to resuming services

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Local churches take cautious approach to resuming services

Despite an easing of restrictions, faith leaders on Vashon said they will still hold online services

Granny’s Attic comes back, inch by inch

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Granny’s Attic comes back, inch by inch

The beloved thrift shop has reopened for online orders, pickup and limited in-person donations.

In a turbulent time, islanders demonstrate, too

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In a turbulent time, islanders demonstrate, too

Holding signs, demonstrators recited the names of African-Americans killed by police officers.

“Murder hornets” are back, but humans — and bees — face greater threats

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“Murder hornets” are back, but humans — and bees — face greater threats

The Washington State Department of Agriculture is providing trapping instructions.

Vashon Emergency Operations Center COVID-19 Pandemic Situation Reports

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Vashon Emergency Operations Center COVID-19 Pandemic Situation Reports

Here’s what you need to know about May 25 to June 1.

The Nike Base

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The Nike Base

Read about how the former “Nike Base” at Sunrise Ridge became part of Vashon Parks.