News
Granny’s Attic seeks community support during closure
Granny’s Attic, the beloved local thrift store and grantmaker for local heathcare-related nonprofits, will remain closed most of…
News
Lawmakers outline priorities ahead of upcoming session
As the new year begins, so does Washington’s legislative session, where lawmakers convene every year in Olympia to…
Northwest
Flood science: How December’s atmospheric river soaked Washington
After recovering from record-setting flooding, many in King County are wondering why December’s flooding has been more extreme…
Arts
Looking back on a year of the arts on Vashon
Has there ever been a more artful small town than Vashon?
News
A year of local news: 2025’s top stories and photos
Happy 2026, Vashon! As we look ahead and set intentions for the new year, we’re also taking a…
Northwest
New laws and taxes take effect in WA on Jan. 1
Tax hikes on big business and rental cars. Unemployment benefits for workers on strike.
News
How a tool thief almost stole Christmas
A Vashon Island electrician’s bad night takes an unexpected turn as loss gives way to generosity — and…
News
New VIFR chief, tighter $16M budget
When Bill McLaughlin arrived on Vashon this fall to take over as fire chief, he stepped into a…
News
Time & Again: Holiday traditions on Vashon
As the weather changes, the days grow shorter, and the rains begin, Vashonites have celebrated the holiday season…
Northwest
Tenants’ rights and resources following floods
Washington state law has protections for tenants.
Sports
Three takeaways from Seattle’s historic night
The Seahawks rallied in one of the most impressive comebacks in franchise history. Here’s what stands out.
Northwest
Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts
In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous…
News
Vashon’s third healthy beach project survey
For the next six months, a team of Public Health – Seattle & King County (PHSKC) researchers will…