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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

Northwest

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…

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“Ghost” boat service will expand this fall

Plus, the Water Taxi is posting high ridership numbers since expanding Vashon service.

Byron Murphy II gets going during a defensive line drill. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

Sports

Seahawks kick off training camp in the Mike Macdonald era

“We’re still learning who we are. We are still chasing that,” said Seattle’s new head coach.

Throughout last weekend, the front door to Vashon’s Spinnaker building was off its hinges and open, as was another door that opened onto the alley behind the building. (Tom Hughes photo)
Throughout last weekend, the front door to Vashon’s Spinnaker building was off its hinges and open, as was another door that opened onto the alley behind the building. (Tom Hughes photo)

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Spinnaker Building vandalized as Sea Mar awaits permit

Sea Mar is awaiting permitting so that they can begin demolition of the building.

A worker paints a building on July 17 at Vashon HouseHold's upcoming Island Center Homes. (Alex Bruell photo)

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Island Center Homes nears completion

The project remains on-time and on-budget, according to Vashon HouseHold.

Leslie Brown photo
Washington state Governor Jay Inslee mingles with islanders at Strawberry Festival.

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Governor visits at Strawberry Festival

Inslee shook hands, posed for photos and urged islanders to oppose Initiative 2117.

Vashon Seals, surrounded by soap bubbles, exuberantly marched down Vashon Highway during the parade. (Tom Hughes photo)

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Vashon celebrates Strawberry Festival

Check out photos and more from the island’s biggest party.