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The site of where the Lones Levee was cleared on Green River to restore salmon habitat. Photo by Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing

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King County salmon habitat recovery projects receive state funding

The state awarded 66 grants totaling $53.7 million to projects in and around Puget Sound.

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Former VHS educator surrenders teacher’s certificate

The former Vashon High School teacher was accused of grooming two students for romantic relationships.

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Motorists wait to arrive on Vashon Island after departing the Point Defiance ferry terminal in Ruston.

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Fixing Vashon’s ferry woes: New group asks islanders to get involved

Islanders can speak up and step up to help solve Vashon’s ferry woes at an upcoming public meeting.

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James Warren acquitted of attempted first-degree murder

Jurors in the case heard from both sides during last week’s trial.

King County Councilmember Girmay Zahilay speaks at Sept. 7 press conference in Skyway with colleagues, small business owners, and union representatives in support of a minimum wage increase. (Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing)

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Minimum wage raise proposed for unincorporated King County

If passed, the ordinance would also raise minimum wage county employees, contractors, to $18.99/hour.

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UW study explores meth and fentanyl exposure on public transit

Five public transit agencies participated, including Sound Transit and King County Metro.

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Hearings board rules in favor of kelp farm

A state hearings board upheld a King County permit for a proposed kelp farm near Tahlequah in Colvos…

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Only on Vashon: A pedal-powered parade lights up the night

Vashon’s center was filled with spectators waiting to welcome the bikes along their loop winding through town.

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Vashon Laundry opening this month

The business promises the return of commercial laundromat services for islanders

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The STEM Girls!!! are one of seven American regional winners for their app “MyChoiceHousing.” From left to right: Aditi Juluri, Isabel Xu, Hasini Juluri, Cynthia Xu.

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Girls design award-winning app to help out-of-state abortion patients

“We’re lucky to live in a state where abortion is legal and we had an opportunity to help…

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Seattle Children’s to close downtown Kent thrift store

Kent Bargain Boutique opened 28 years ago

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As ferry woes mount, islanders ask for solutions

The meeting followed a system-wide crewing shortage over the weekend affecting dozens of sailings on numerous routes.

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Concert brings glitter and glam to Ober Park

Bowie/Rex His Boogie Army took to the stage for a raucous celebration of glam rock, punk and new…