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Primary candidates in the 2024 Washington state governor’s race. From left to right, Semi Bird (R), Bob Ferguson (D), Mark Mullet (D) and Dave Reichert (R). Photos courtesy of campaigns

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Ferguson and Reichert move toward Nov. showdown in governor’s race

Both dusted off intraparty challenges to their political right.

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Check out the chrome and colors of Engels Car Show

Ogle vintage hot rods, roadsters, hydroplanes, tractors, and even a few supercars this weekend.

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VIFR passes MIH urgent care expansion

The Vashon Health Care District will discuss its own DispatchHealth proposal later this month.

COURTESY PHOTO, King County Sheriff’s Office

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KC Sheriff’s Office needs to modify use-of-force notifications, report says

Office of Law Enforcement Oversight’s report includes seven recommendations.

Alex Bruell photo
The Vashon Post Office.

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Mail theft frustrates islanders; Vashon Post Office limits lobby hours

Islanders are getting increasingly fed up with mail theft around Vashon, including a recent rash of mail burglaries…

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Financial inquiry precedes VISD budget vote

The School District Board approved a $27.2 million spending plan for the 2024-2025 school year.

Gov. Jay Inslee. COURTESY PHOTO, Office of the Governor

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Former Auburn man sentenced for threatening to kill Inslee

Slaughter lived in Auburn at the time of a prior case in 2021, involving threats to former Seattle…

As is tradition in the fire service, Volunteer Firefighter Jenny Gogarten’s badge was pinned by her wife during the VIFR meeting, with their two children eagerly watching. (Alex Bruell photo)

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Fire chief presents urgent care plan for Vashon

Also, VIFR receives a $212,600 FEMA grant and recognizes volunteer firefighter Jenny Gogarten

Jacob Plihal at the Paris Olympics. (US Rowing photo)

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Vashon’s Jacob Plihal places 13th in Paris Olympics

Plihal set an American record in the process.

DK Metcalf shares a fist bump with a young fan. Photo provided by Maria Dorsten.

Sports

Seahawks 2024 preseason: Competitive high-intensity atmosphere

Coach Mike Macdonald: “If we get in a scrap here and there, it’s understandable.”

COURTESY PHOTO, King County Sheriff’s Office

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King County Sheriff’s Office modifies pursuit policy

Initiative 2113 was passed in the Washington State Legislature in May 2024.

A brick at the Vashon Havurah's new memory garden reads: "Love / That's all there is." in remembrance of Chris Robison. (Alex Bruell photo)

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A place for memories opens at the Vashon Havurah

Islanders have a new way to commemorate loved ones and cherished memories.

State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

Northwest

What’s the cost if WA voters erase capital gains tax or end cap-and-trade?

A pair of new reports outline financial consequences if voters approve ballot measures this fall repealing Washington’s capital…