Little pertussis reported recently on Vashon

Vashon reported no cases of pertussis in April and has reported only one case so far this month, according to officials at Public Health — Seattle King County.
http://www.vashonbeachcomber.com/news/151803105.html

Published: Wed, 16 May 2012 16:55:17 -0700

What could Vashon be? UW students imagine the possibilities

A group of University of Washington students has proposed several projects — from facade improvements in Vashon town to a rebirth of the Portage Store — in an effort to strengthen the Island’s economic vitality and protect its historic integrity.
http://www.vashonbeachcomber.com/news/149728625.html

Published: Wed, 02 May 2012 08:17:20 -0700

Here is Seattle’s most-expensive restaurant

Seattle's most-expensive restaurants aren't actually in Seattle, according to thedailymeal.com. The food site ranked the nation's 25 priciest restaurants, and only two from our neck of the woods made the cut: The Herbfarm in Woodinville ranked 19th and the Inn at Little Washington on Vashon Island was No. 24. Eating at the Inn at Little Washington costs about $400, and dinner at the Herbfarm ...
http://blog.seattlepi.com/thebigblog/2012/05/24/heres-seattles-most-expensive-restaurant/

Published: Thu, 24 May 2012 13:15:16 -0700

Boys lacrosse ends on a high note

The Vashon Boys High School Lacrosse Club bounced back from three tough losses to finish its season with three consecutive victories.
http://www.vashonbeachcomber.com/sports/151626545.html

Published: Tue, 15 May 2012 16:10:14 -0700

Credit union's unusual problem: A few too many deposits

Vashon’s thriving credit union has had to put a halt to new business accounts — but for a most unusual reason: The small credit union is a little too flush with cash.
http://www.vashonbeachcomber.com/news/151617895.html

Published: Tue, 15 May 2012 15:10:08 -0700

North-end ferry service returns to three boats on Tuesday

The state ferry system's triangle route, serving Vashon, Southworth and Fauntleroy, will return to a three-boat service Tuesday morning, one day ahead of schedule.
http://www.vashonbeachcomber.com/news/152063715.html

Published: Fri, 18 May 2012 11:40:06 -0700

Memorial Day: What's open, closed

For Memorial Day, here is a list of what's open and closed as well as special hours for some public services and businesses:
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2018289856_openclose26m.html?syndication=rss

Published: Fri, 25 May 2012 16:15:20 -0700

St. Louisans in White House gathering on economic development

St. Louis got its turn to tap into economic development expertise in the government.
http://www.stltoday.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/political-fix/3d145234-a5f9-11e1-bc20-001a4bcf6878.html

Published: Fri, 25 May 2012 04:00:00 -0700

What's open, closed Memorial Day

For Memorial Day on May 28, here is a list of what's open and closed as well as special hours for some public services and businesses:
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2018281530_openclose25m.html?syndication=rss

Published: Fri, 25 May 2012 13:44:55 -0700

Island athletes set the pace at Districts, one moves on to State

Four Vashon athletes qualified to compete at the Tri-District track and field competition, held Thursday and Saturday at King’s High School in Shoreline. Islander Emma Levant moved on to the state competition.
http://www.vashonbeachcomber.com/sports/153215185.html

Published: Wed, 23 May 2012 12:36:34 -0700