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Hottest temps of the year hit WA this week
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Microsoft CEO announces cricket stadium coming to Seattle area
Seattle Orcas co-owner discussed plans during Major League Cricket championship match.
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Voters approve levy ask, primary picks in school board race
Vashon voters approve the fire district’s levy lid lift, select two school board candidates for November ballot.
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Peak summer: Stepping out to dance and amble through town
Islanders of all ages danced in front of the stage, while others enjoyed picnics on the grass.
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Seahawks host mock game at Lumen Field | Preseason football 2023
“It’s great to get back in front of our fans in front of Lumen,” said QB Geno Smith.
Northwest
Tahoma School District ignored repeated warnings of ‘grooming-like behavior’
State education officials say case highlights need for more oversight of paraeducators.
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Firefighters battle fire at a residence on Cove Road
The residence, a double-wide manufactured home, suffered significant damage.
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King County voters decide on Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy
If passed, Proposition 1 would authorize an additional six-year property tax levy.
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Airport commissioners grapple with pavement problem
As a state-designated “municipality,” the Vashon airport has had to handle a toxic threat on its own.
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Out for a Saturday swim: Islander visits three lighthouses
The swim, in water that ranged from about 55 to 58 degrees Fahrenheit, took just over eight hours.
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King County wants to rehire employees who were fired over vaccine
A total of 314 employees separated from King County as a result of the mandate, with eight retiring,…
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School Board candidates discuss new topics in live forum
With the election fast approaching, the forum provided another resource for Vashon voters.
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King County Council targets “forever chemicals” in wastewater
The motion would initiate a study on how to mitigate the Puget Sound’s exposure to the toxic runoff.