School board names interim superintendent
Dr. Josephine Moccia, 65, has served for the past 14 years as the superintendent of South Whidbey School District.
New King county park rangers to begin patrolling Saturday
Council hope the increased presence of officials will deter break-ins at trailheads.
Vashon rowers find success at regionals
Island rowers earned medals, set personal bests and raced their farewell races.
Lace up your shoes for Vashon’s ultramarathon
Runners will attempt 10 and 20 mile distances in addition to the flagship 50k distance (31 miles).
An interview with Scot Zeller on his show, coming soon to Vashon
From Queer Fury to Gay Gratitude (and Back Again)
Health Care District shares Dispatch numbers, plans for board retreat
The Vashon Health Care District discussed plans for a board retreat at their May 21 board meeting to decompress, evaluate…
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An article on page 9 of the May 22 edition of The Beachcomber (“Drama Dock launches five ‘New Short Plays’”)… It all depends on what condition your house is in.Correction | June 5, 2025
Assessed island home values a little down, a little up
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Seattle socialist Kshama Sawant to challenge Adam Smith
Announces run in 2026 election for 9th District Congressional seat
More specialty license plates on the way in WA
Up to six new options will arrive this fall.
- Washingtonians will need state permit to buy guns under new law
- New state law directs $100M in grants toward hiring police or other public safety options
- King Co. 2024 crime stats show more women victims
- WA ports await sharp drop in cargo over tariff battle
- King County shots fired incidents drop dramatically in first quarter
- WA Legislature approves hiking Discover price to $45
Gallery-hop, dance, dine, and hobnob in town on First Friday
There’s plenty to do for this First Friday of the summer.
Buzz into a book reading to hear about the wisdom of the hive
What if the bees can save us?
Pirates fall short in state tournament
Despite the boys soccer squad’s talent, Vashon has fallen short of reaching the final four this year.
Islander savors big Ultimate Frisbee championship win
Last week, Lewis & Clark’s Ultimate Frisbee club team, Bacchus, notched a thrilling 15-14 victory over the Middlebury Pranksters to…
- Kids make a splash at Trout Derby
- After second loss to Cascade Christian, it’s time for Pirates to dig in, bounce back
- VHS golf sends three to district tournament
- Pirates seek revenge in district tournament
- After first loss of the season, Pirates aim to bounce back into playoffs
- Scene Heard: Tee time on Vashon
Editorial: Here comes the sun
Nothing says “Summer!” on Vashon than the manic rush of these first few truly glorious weeks of sun.
Commentary: Talent or practice? Why I keep drawing
Talent? We can just let it go.
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