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(Left to right) 34th District Representative Brianna Thomas, Senator Emily Alverado and Senator Joe Fitzgibbon will speak at a free community forum at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at Vashon High School’s theater.
    News Briefs | Nov. 13 edition
    November 12, 2025 10:00 am

    Updates on local flood preparedness, school leadership search, legislative forum and more.

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The grocery at the Vashon Food Bank serves about 300 island households each week.
    Island groups work to address food insecurity amid...
    By Aspen Anderson • November 12, 2025 9:30 am

    As of Wednesday morning, the nation’s longest government shutdown continues to affect thousands of Washingtonians — including residents of Vashon…

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    Happenings | Nov. 13 edition
    Happenings | Nov. 13 edition
    November 12, 2025 9:30 am

    Happenings features community, cultural and nonprofit events; notices are free and printed as space permits. Due to the volume of…

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    Vashon loves its ballot box at the Vashon Library. (File Photo)
    Clear leads emerge in local races
    By Aspen Anderson • November 11, 2025 11:10 am

    With only a small number of ballots remaining to be counted in the Nov. 4 election, clear leads have emerged…

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(Left to right) 34th District Representative Brianna Thomas, Senator Emily Alverado and Senator Joe Fitzgibbon will speak at a free community forum at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at Vashon High School’s theater. (Courtesy Photos)
    Happenings | Nov. 6 edition
    November 4, 2025 10:30 am

    From vaccination clinics and Veterans Day events to legislative forums and grief workshops — here’s what’s happening on Vashon this week.

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    News Briefs | Nov. 6 edition
    News Briefs | Nov. 6 edition
    November 4, 2025 10:20 am

    From budget hearings and superintendent updates to legislative visits — here’s what’s happening on Vashon this week.

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    Vashon Food Bank Photo
The grocery section of the Vashon Food Bank is stocked with shelf-stable items, fresh produce, and locally donated goods.
    Vashon Food Bank braces for SNAP gap
    By Aspen Anderson • November 4, 2025 10:10 am

    As the shutdown drags on, island groups are mobilizing to meet rising needs amid uncertainty over SNAP benefits.

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    Matt Beursken held court in the center of Vashon, clad in an exquisite Dia de los Muertos costume. ((Kent Phelan Photo)
    Out and about on a rain-soaked Halloween
    By Elizabeth Shepherd • November 4, 2025 9:30 am

    Rain didn’t stop Vashon’s Halloween — or its giant winged “Day of the Deadster.”

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    School staff and volunteers screened Vashon High School students as part of a cardiac screening event by the Sam Yates Community Foundation in May. More screenings will take place on Nov. 4. (Courtesy Photo)
    Happenings | Oct. 30 edition
    October 29, 2025 10:40 am

    This week’s Happenings include vaccination clinics, heart screenings for students and fall events across the island.

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Check your headlights as the Big Dark returns to keep island roads safe and visible.
    RSV vaccine, headlight checks and Vashon’s Care Closet
    October 29, 2025 10:30 am

    News from VashonBePrepared

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From Halloween 2023, islander Matt Beursken, dressed as Edgar the Forest King, stands with “The Mushroom 5” — Phil Levin, Amy Greenberg, Veronica Fernmoss, Elizabeth Braverman, and Brad Roter.
    Halloween Preview and News Briefs | Oct. 30...
    October 29, 2025 10:00 am

    From Halloween festivities to ballot deadlines, ferry safety updates and community resources — here’s what’s happening on Vashon this week.

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    Deer hunting on Vashon with James Cottrell
    By Aspen Anderson • October 29, 2025 9:40 am

    Deer hunting rules are highly specific. Bow hunter and island deer enthusiast James Cottrell teaches how to hunt humanely, sustainably and help manage an overgrown herd.

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    McMurray Middle School (File Photo)
    A phone-free McMurray: Lessons one year in
    By Aspen Anderson • October 29, 2025 9:30 am

    A year after phones disappeared from school days, teachers see more engagement — and relief.

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