We know you’re frustrated with mandates and advice, but consider our frustrations and, yes, our anger.
Islanders write about the fire chief’s vaccination status and teaching about race in schools.
Choosing a bright future for children by taking action for climate justice.
News that VCC will cease operations is heartbreaking and confusing to many on Vashon.
Former executive director of VCC reflects on recently announced closure.
Learning to care about the nature we cannot see.
Inside Politics
If it didn’t feel so normal, we might forget about the coronavirus and the impact it has had on our lives. Gov. Jay Inslee has… Continue reading
Commentary
“In showing me forbearance, you allowed me to save face. You treated me as if I deserved kindness.
We wish Vashon was getting better press these days — we are still a remarkable community, in many ways
Islanders continue to sound off about the fire chief’s vaccination stance
Greg Asimakoupoulos
Recently, I was reflecting on where I was and what I was doing when I learned of the terrorist attacks on the Twin Towers in… Continue reading
Inside Politics
The 2021 session of the Washington State Legislature was dominated by the Democrats, who controlled both Houses and the governor’s office and was one of… Continue reading
This week, we received many letters about Vashon Island Fire and Rescue’s chief.
We urge the VIFR commissioners to resolve this situation soon.
Islanders spoke up, with all but one being highly critical of Chief Krimmert
Jayendrina Singha Ray
The American interest in Afghanistan goes back to the Cold War era, when its intervention was considered apt to contain the strain of Communism flowing… Continue reading
Inside Politics
Since 1854, when Washington was a territory, inquests have been required whenever a person dies from interaction with a police officer. That requirement is now… Continue reading
