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Aug. 4, 1981, was a memorable day for Boeing. The company’s first new commercial transport in more than a dozen years, the Boeing 767, rolled out of the Everett, Washington, plant in front of 15,000 onlookers. This widebody airplane was the first of a new generation of Boeing commercial transports designed for the fuel-conscious 1980s. Using the latest technology, the 767 promised to burn 30 percent less fuel than the generation of transports it was replacing. (Courtesy photo)

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Boeing will stop production of the Everett-built 767 in 2027

In an email Friday to employees, Boeing’s CEO also said the troubled aerospace giant will cut its global…

King County Sheriff’s Office new Bell 407GXi Helicopter. Photo courtesy of Angela Van Liew, King County Sheriff’s Office

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King County Sheriff’s Office gets new helicopter

It was purchased with the support of King County taxpayers.

King County senior forester Paul Fischer, in a portion of the forest near the Mukai Pond parking lot earlier this year, describes the logging process at Island Center Forest. (Leslie Brown Photo).

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King County postpones logging project in Island Center Forest

The county received 12 comments in its environmental review process, more than usual.

Ashleigh Rauen photo

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Island equestrian selected for 2026 Gaucho Derby in South America

The derby will take riders through the stunning landscapes of Patagonia.

An artist's sketch shows what a grocery store at the Grange hall could look like.

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Grange Hall could become new grocery on island’s north end

The project will rely on changes in the county comprehensive plan.

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Fire crews and islanders celebrate new fire truck

The new fire engine arrived on Vashon on Oct. 2, rolling off the Tahlequah ferry dock.

Kelsey Hall has been growing dahlias since 2018; her farm now sells more than 4,000 flowers a year, and grows up to 200 different varieties. Photo courtesy Kelsey Hall

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Local farm’s fame blooms in light of a newly-discovered dahlia

“Daffodahlia” caught the attention of Martha Stewart.

All the prosecutors (left) and KPA leadership and electeds (right). Courtesy photo

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Korean Prosecutors Association launches Pacific Northwest Chapter

King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion delivered a speech at the launch ceremony.

Team Survivor Northwest hike to Twin Lakes in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Courtesy photo.

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Team Survivor Northwest leads hiking adventures for women battling cancer

“It’s so wonderful connecting with all these women,” said breast cancer survivor Jennifer Dovey.

The Vital app is available now on iPhone and Android devices. Courtesy image.

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DOH launches app to help cancer survivors

Vital: A Companion App for People Living with Cancer is a partnership between the Washington State Department of…

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A shiny new fire truck just arrived on Vashon Island

The public will have a chance to see the rig up close from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.…

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A new exhibition explores ‘the art of being present’

Islander Steffon Moody will open an art exhibition at Vashon Center for the Arts on Friday evening.

King County iMap screenshot This image shows the zoning of Vashon Island. Areas in green are zoned "Rural Area." Areas in dark purple are zoned "Community Business." Areas in shades of yellow, orange and red are either "Residential" or "Office." Other zoning across the island includes "Agricultural" and "Neighborhood Business."

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Breaking down the latest in the King County Comprehensive Plan process

Here’s how the island would be affected.