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A more resilient future begins in the garden

Earth Day is the perfect time to celebrate our Vashon Island community of small farms and gardens.

Vashon certified as wildlife habitat community

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Vashon certified as wildlife habitat community

Now the work begins to educate and replenish lost native plants that support birds and pollinators.

Construction at the intersection of Totem Lake Boulevard and NE 124th St. in Kirkland, WA, on Feb. 10, 2020. File photo

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Inslee: We are not close, yet, to lifting restrictions

Governor warns lockdown may last a while, and builders offer path to freeing their industry now.

Monroe Correctional Complex (Washington State Department of Corrections)

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Inslee signs order to free hundreds of nonviolent prisoners

The state may release up to 950 inmates as officials look to prevent COVID-19 deaths behind bars.

First round of coronavirus stimulus checks arrive

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First round of coronavirus stimulus checks arrive

The payments showed up in direct-deposit accounts this week. Couples get $2,400, plus $500 per kid.

KCLS to remain closed, but offers online poetry contest, Día celebration

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KCLS to remain closed, but offers online poetry contest, Día celebration

Despite library buildings being off-limits, the library system has many virtual programs planned for the spring. Image courtesy…

Up to 950 inmates may be let out early amid COVID-19 concern

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Up to 950 inmates may be let out early amid COVID-19 concern

After a protest at the Monroe prison, the state says it will take steps to thin populations immediately.

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Community council committee to meet remotely

The next meeting will be held as planned from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, April 20.

April free state park days postponed

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April free state park days postponed

A date has not been set, though two more free days are approaching in June.

Marjesira Inn at Magnolia Beach

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Marjesira Inn at Magnolia Beach

The building represents a past when Vashon was a destination for those wanting to escape the cities.

King County and Public Health have turned a former Econo Lodge motel into an emergency isolation/quarantine facility on Central Avenue in Kent. File photo

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King County reports 27 coronavirus cases in homeless shelters

County has provided 60 motel vouchers so far for quarantining homeless individuals.

King County’s North Seattle isolation and quarantine site on April 8. The North Seattle/Aurora facility is located at 1132 N 128th St. in Seattle. It features six modular units with a total capacity of 23 people. Corey Morris/staff photo

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King County facilities readying for COVID-19 peak

Facilities are located throughout the county to assist patients with varying levels of support.

Island businesses take stock amidst pandemic

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Island businesses take stock amidst pandemic

“We’re trying to make sure that we are keeping the community informed.”