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Vashon Nature Center education director Maria Metler (left) works with whale ambassador volunteers to prepare a mandible, or lower jawbone, for a protective resin coating.

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The community raising of a gray whale

When a gray whale washed ashore near Klahanie in the spring of 2024, its flesh was slowly reclaimed…

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The grocery at the Vashon Food Bank serves about 300 island households each week.

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Island groups work to address food insecurity amid SNAP gap

As of Wednesday morning, the nation’s longest government shutdown continues to affect thousands of Washingtonians — including residents…

The King County flood map shows the different areas of South King County, indicated by blues and oranges, that are prone to flooding. Image courtesy of King County Flood Control.

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Flood alert: Free sandbags available for county residents

As part of the Be Flood Ready campaign, all King County residents are eligible for free sandbag materials…

Kay Feather with her Battle Buddy Kyro. Photo courtesy of Northwest Battle Buddies.

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Northwest Battle Buddies help veterans with PTSD

Shannon Walker was a professional dog trainer for years when a veteran named Kevin W. came to her…

Vashon loves its ballot box at the Vashon Library. (File Photo)

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Clear leads emerge in local races

With only a small number of ballots remaining to be counted in the Nov. 4 election, clear leads…

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The Vashon High School girls cross-country team after winning the district championship.

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Vashon cross-country teams race their way to state

The Vashon High School cross-country girls team won the district title for the first time in 10 years,…

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The grocery section of the Vashon Food Bank is stocked with shelf-stable items, fresh produce, and locally donated goods.

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Vashon Food Bank braces for SNAP gap

As the shutdown drags on, island groups are mobilizing to meet rising needs amid uncertainty over SNAP benefits.

Matt Beursken held court in the center of Vashon, clad in an exquisite Dia de los Muertos costume. ((Kent Phelan Photo)

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Out and about on a rain-soaked Halloween

Rain didn’t stop Vashon’s Halloween — or its giant winged “Day of the Deadster.”

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Underrated horror films for Halloween night

Set as near as Seattle or far as rural Japan, these overlooked horror films are just the thing…

The Auburn Food Bank at 2806 Auburn Way N. provides nourishment for people in need. File photo

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WA directs state dollars to food banks as SNAP funding cliff nears

Washington state will give food banks $2.2 million per week as they deal with the potential end of…

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Deer hunting on Vashon with James Cottrell

Deer hunting rules are highly specific. Bow hunter and island deer enthusiast James Cottrell teaches how to hunt…

McMurray Middle School (File Photo)

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A phone-free McMurray: Lessons one year in

A year after phones disappeared from school days, teachers see more engagement — and relief.

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Alex Craighead holds up his new card game, Truth or Play.

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Where truth meets play, a game built for connection

Local youth mentor Alex Craighead calls his creation “the most wholesome game on Earth.”