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VHCD sets 2023 budget, as talks continue with Sea Mar
Commissioners have expressed a conservative approach to 2023 budgeting that would preserve the district’s current revenue in order…
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New partnership conducts research on state’s Canada lynx population
Washington lists the animal as endangered.
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USPS brings in off-island workers to help deliver mail
Vashon-Maury Community Council will discuss Vashon’s problems with postal delivery at its next meeting.
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Vashon pulls out all the stops for the holidays
Last week kicked off the holiday season on Vashon — a bustling time of traditional events and community…
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Tripledemic: It’s Not Just About COVID
Seasonal influenza (flu) and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) have arrived much earlier this year compared to pre-pandemic years.
Arts
Understanding diabetes beyond National Diabetes Awareness Month
“We’ve been trying to educate people and treat people for many years,” said Andrew Thurman, MD.
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Crime, climate, abortion on docket in legislative session warm-up
Washington lawmakers will hold 39 hearings this week. Nearly all will be conducted in person, which hasn’t happened…
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‘Nothing salvageable’ remains after fire in local residence
“Flames traveled into the home quickly and were very destructive,” said Fire Chief Matt Vinci.
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Fire chief casts a wide net as he unveils VIFR’s new budget
Fire chief casts a wide net as he unveils VIFR’s new budget
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School board nixes $19.5 million bond
The decision marked a sharp halt to the board’s months-long momentum in developing the bond project.
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Vashon leads county in terms of being boosted
More than four in 10 Vashonites have received the injection according to the latest data.
Northwest
State’s Native American crisis hotline is first in the nation
The Native and Strong Lifeline provides culturally appropriate mental health support and referrals.
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TDOR honors victims of anti-transgender violence
Last year was the deadliest year on record for transgender violence and deaths, according to the Human Rights…