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How to navigate the bird flu in Washington state
“This looks like it might be the new normal,” said Chris Anderson, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
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Governor announces full domestic ferry service by this summer
WSF aims to restore three-boat service by this summer.
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As a storm raged, fire crews responded to islanders in need
Gratitude will linger for two island households helped by Vashon Island Fire & Rescue crews.
Sports
CHAMPION: Vashon wrestling earns championship, more wins at state
“We all erupted,” teammate Alara Demir said, “screaming our heads off … it was just a crazy moment.”
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Day of Remembrance event highlights resolve and resistance
The farmhouse of Mukai Farm & Garden — a historic landmark adorned with vintage artifacts and meticulous exhibits…
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Blomgren brothers pin a quarter century of coaching
They’re now on year 25 of coaching island high school wrestlers.
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Couple displaced by California fires finds refuge on Vashon
It was Jan. 7 when her phone rang. On the other end, a friend’s frantic voice: “The hill…
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Island adjusts to new county minimum wage
Employees and employers on Vashon are reacting to a new minimum wage passed last year.
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Mobile Integrated Health adds staff and hours
MIH is marking its first anniversary by tripling its days of service each week.
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Vashon leaders take the ferry cause to Olympia
Advocates lobbied last week for improved aquatic transportation.
Arts
What we talk about, or not, when talking about death
Puget Sound area organizations and businesses strive to normalize the topic of dying.
News
Vashon real estate picks up post-pandemic
It wasn’t exactly a banner year, but Vashon’s real estate market picked up some in 2024.
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As schools lose ‘protected’ zone status, VISD starts training staff
Mandatory training will begin to roll out this week.