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Brooks Fahy in Oregon,1987, holds three coyote pups orphaned by a government trapper. They were ultimately released successfully into the wild.

Opinion

The island’s coyotes are friends, not foes

Rumor has it that coyotes are wreaking havoc on Vashon’s domestic cat population and other animals.

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Opinion

It’s time to care about child care

Even if you don’t have children, accessible and affordable child care affects us all.

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Keeping the lights on

If only the rest of our problems could be solved with shovels, wrenches and elbow grease.

Duncan Goulding

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How to help your local food bank

Since this time last year, demand for our free grocery services on the island has increased 24%.

Melinda Burrell

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Can elections heal rather than divide?

There’s a lot more common ground than we think.

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Here comes the sun

As a species, we have a responsibility to future generations to do better.

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Opinion

Inspiration and gratitude from IFA

There’s certainly more work to be done, because we know new boats won’t be here for years.

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Public transportation is crucial for a healthier community

We will have to keep getting creative with county and state decision-makers to build solutions.

Mike Fancher

Opinion

Erosion of state Public Records Act must be reversed

You have a right to know, and it’s time for you to be heard.

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For good care of the cats and dogs we love

At Vashon Island Pet Protectors, our mission is to prevent pet homelessness.

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Opinion

Celebrating creative activism

This year, Green Briefs will feature island organizations working for climate justice.

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Community requires creativity

In this week’s edition, we highlight numerous island figures building community through creativity.

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Deciphering county plan documents is daunting task

I’ve finally figured out King County’s latest proposal to encourage more affordable housing in Vashon Town.