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Beloved librarian closes a rich chapter in her life
For the past 22 years, reference librarian Rayna Holtz has been a fixture at Vashon’s library, patiently assisting…
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Time is running out for a classic ferry
Jack Barbash loves his commute. And he says it’s because he gets to ride the Rhododendron.
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Fundraisers working hard to tee up money for two park district projects
The Vashon Park District is working to overcome financial hurdles as it moves forward on two of its…
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Broughton project garners grants, but still needs more support
An effort to make a feature-length documentary about legendary poet and filmmaker James Broughton has garnered significant grant…
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Solar paves a new way on Vashon
When Islanders gather for an Earth Day celebration at Vashon High School on Friday, they’ll pay tribute to…
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UW researcher to discuss teen drug use on Vashon
As the father of three children now in their 20s, Kevin Haggerty says he knows what it’s like…
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VMICC to lose official status under new bill
King County would no longer recognize Vashon’s community council as a quasi-governmental body with official, representative status under…
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Park district, county resolve issues over fields expansion project
After an hour-long discussion that led to a handful of agreements last week, King County said it would…
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Local health care professional prepares for a journey to heal her own ailments
As an acupuncturist, Islander Jessica Bolding spends her days helping people achieve good health, but in recent years,…
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King County redraws Vashon flood zones
Thanks to a new county study, Islanders who own property along Vashon’s 45 miles of shoreline will soon…
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Effort to expand Whispering Firs Bog Preserve secures Legislative support
After weeks of uncertainty, funds for an expansion of a preserve protecting Vashon's Whispering Firs Bog are now…
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Parks director to step down after 20 years
After serving 21 years as the director of the Vashon Park District, Wendy Braicks has announced that she…
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County, Camp Fire sign deal to protect 101 acres
In fast-growing King County, it’s hard to imagine a more striking piece of property than the wilds surrounding…