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Scene & Heard: Ham radio operators back in action
Operators practice procedures and message handling, and they must be equipped to work in all kinds of weather.
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With access to abortion pill threatened, state buys 30K doses
Gov. Inslee says it gives Washington a three-year supply. The purchase comes as a federal judge may order…
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Storied island property has new owner
The Seattle Indian Health Board has purchased the Vashon Community Care building for $11 million.
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UPDATED | Islander arrested on human trafficking charges
According to a March 27 indictment, islander Jesus Ruiz-Hernandez, 44, brought three undocumented adults to the U.S., illegally…
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Investigation: $7.7M ferry accident caused by lack of ‘situational awareness’
Ferry captain reportedly resigned the day after the incident and did not help investigators.
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Breaking News | Police action linked to indictment related to human trafficking
Editor’s note: This story was updated at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 30, to note that the islander who…
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Teacher resigns, following investigation
Investigation of misconduct ends with teacher’s resignation
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Film screening shines light on Indigenous midwifery
Vashon Island Midwifery will present a screening and panel discussion with the filmmaker of “Give Light,” a film…
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Vashon BePrepared Remembers: Three Years Ago
Our community responded well and things have improved since those early confusing and dark days.
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Wax Orchard: Charting the future of a landscape rich in history
This gentle sweep of pasture and forest near the center of the island holds stories for the families…
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Schools, housing, salaries score big in Senate Dems $70B budget
The proposed spending plan also spends money to fight climate change, help abortion providers and study police pursuits
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Audit finds accountability issues in King County’s equity and social justices programs
Auditors say the county lacks progress tracking, clearly defined roles and accountability measures.