Opinion
Proposed refinery in Kalama should not be built
The final environmental impact statement for the world’s largest fracked gas and methanol refinery proposed to be built…
Opinion
VYFS seeks support
Vashon Youth & Family Services is the quiet foundation supporting many lives — whether it’s new parents, the…
Opinion
Food bank benefits from fruit stand owner
Without exception, the East West Produce stand has donated unsold fruits and vegetables to the Vashon Community Food…
Opinion
Looking forward to smooth sailing on Vashon Island
New editor Kevin Opsahl is excited about being an island resident.
Opinion
Proposed hospital district: Fix flaws first
Once it is established, we will have little recourse except to vote for new commission members.
Opinion
Making life and death choices
Knowing that your decisions for carrying out final wishes can bring peace of mind.
Opinion
Make your mailboxes colorful
Every summer as I drive around the island, I see lines of drab, dirty silver or black mailboxes.…
Opinion
Volunteering with nature center imparts important lessons
About a month ago the Vashon Nature Center put out a call for volunteers to quantify beach wrack…
Opinion
Tacoma plant poses large risks for Salish Sea
Thanks to Maia Syfers for her article on Puget Sound Energy’s plan to process fracked liquid natural gas…
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Beachcomber’s VCA coverage has been thoughtful
I want to commend The Beachcomber for its thoughtful coverage of Kevin Hoffberg’s abrupt resignation as the executive…
Opinion
Hospital district will sustain island health care
We all have an interest in having local medical care available on the island.
Opinion
Include vaping risks in back-to-school conversations
Serious health risks have come to light. The biggest users are white male high school students.