Opinion
America needs ‘all of the above’ energy approach | Brunell
In 2023, one of the most significant shifts America needs is to return to an “all of the…
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‘I must have driven through a barn’ and other stories of grace | Whale’s Tales
My brother, Jack, and I were jabbering on Christmas Eve about all the things we’ve done in our…
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Take Action Network enables legislative engagement
The Washington State 2023 legislative session has just started. Here’s a great way to make your voice heard.
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Island life helps us understand the limits of growth
There’s a very clear limit to growth on an island.
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A Vashon cyclist sings a show tune about her commute
The scene: Me, speaking to adoring friends crowded around asking about commuting to Seattle by bicycle in the…
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When old age asks the new year for a dance | Whale’s Tales
One of the important lessons the dawning of each new year has taught me is the futility of…
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Vashon’s vision for better healthcare is still intact
We hope that Sea Mar’s executives learned something about the tenacity and community-mindedness of islanders at the bargaining…
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My Life in Football
In 1964, at freshman orientation at the University of Michigan, my father bought me Michigan Wolverines season tickets.…
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Finding sustenance for body and soul at Vashon Food Bank
Customer feedback consistently reinforces that people appreciate not only the variety and quantity of food that we’re able…
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Wreaths honor veterans at cemeteries across America | Brunell
The holiday season is an especially difficult time for anyone grieving lost loved ones. Evergreen wreaths placed on…
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Saving the Vashon Post Office — a to-do list
We recommend the following suggestions culled from a list prepared by Vashon-Maury Island Community Council, along with our…