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Vashon loves its ballot box at the Vashon Library. (File Photo)

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Vashon voters to decide health, fire seats

In the upcoming Nov. 4 King County General Election, several local offices on Vashon will be contested, giving…

People rally June 14 in Covington during the first No Kings protest against the Trump administration. FILE PHOTO

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No Kings rallies set for Oct. 18

Here’s a list of locations in King County.

Dockton Marina was lively upon re-opening after Phase 1 of King County’s construction was finally completed in June 2022. (Tom Hughes Photo)

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News Briefs | Oct. 9 edition

Dockton Marina closure extended, Ferries ask for feedback, Island Center Forest deer hunt, and shellfishing closures.

Vashon High School’s student section — known usually as “The Green Tide,” turned pink on homecoming.

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Celebrating a ‘pink out’ Pirate homecoming

Packed stands cheered on the school’s football team in a hard-fought underdog battle against the Bellevue Christian Vikings.

Find a wealth of activities and support services at Vashon Senior Center. (Courtesy Photo)

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Happenings | Oct. 9 edition

Meetings, events, classes and more coming up on Vashon

Islanders of all ages showed up in droves to enjoy VIFR’s annual open house and CiderFest. (Left to right: Wade Yip, Abby Antonelis and Jim Diers Photos)

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Scene & Heard: Family fun on a sunny Saturday

There was something for everyone at the fire station’s open house and CiderFest

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Beachcomber picks up prestigious prizes in state contest

The Beachcomber’s staff and contributors won 27 awards in categories spanning community service, news, editorial, sports writing, arts…

A passenger on the Triangle route watches as another ferry passes on the way between Vashon Island and West Seattle. (Alex Bruell Photo)

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Ferry fares rise as electrification plans move forward

The increase funds new hybrid vessels while Vashon faces reduced service

King County Parks Photo Maps of deer hunt area in Island Center Forest Oct. 11-31

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News Briefs | Oct. 2 edition

Island Center Forest restrictions for deer season, superintenent search, shellfishing closesure and other news briefs about Vashon Island.

Clayton Olney Photo Volunteers practice stabilizing a patient at the Medical Reserve Corp’s field treatment site at Sunrise Ridge. Left fo right: Paul McGowan (in background), Chris McGrath, Will Dacus, Sarah Day (in background), Jim Hunziker, Megan Yeager, and Lisa Crosby on the gurney.

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Disaster drills, vaccine clinics and fire station open house

Read the latest report from VashonBePrepared

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Happenings | Oct. 2 edition

Find out about upcoming meetings, events and more.

Members and volunteers at the Old Friends Club mixed and mingled at the program’s launch on Sept. 17. (Elizabeth Shepherd Photo)

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Scene Heard: Making new friends at Old Friends Club

Last month, Vashon Care Network joyously celebrated the launch of its Old Friends Club — a once a…

Vashon Youth & Family Services faces significant budget cuts, but says it remains committed to providing care for all who need it. (Mari Kanagy Photo)

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Vashon health systems brace for federal cuts

Next year’s rollbacks to Medicaid and Affordable Care Act programs could leave thousands without coverage. On Vashon, clinics…