Island News

King Tides are set to return to Vashon December 4–6, bringing our highest water levels of the year. These tides often push across low lying areas like Portage, George Edwards Road, and the stretch of Vashon Highway between Magnolia Beach and Burton. Islanders should expect early morning flooding, slowdowns, and changing shoreline conditions. Staying aware of high tide timing and watching known trouble spots will help keep travel safe during these dramatic seasonal tides.

James Beard Award-winning chef Matt Dillon has long been part of the fabric of Vashon Island life. His influence extends far beyond the walls of any restaurant or home, shaping

The Washington Department of Ecology has fined Liberty Marine Corporation $32,000 for a 2023 oil spill near Manchester State Park that released 199 gallons of waste oil into Puget Sound.

A new report from the World Health Organization and UNICEF estimates that more than 14 million children around the world did not receive a single vaccine in 2024. Among the

Starting June 10, Vashon Island residents may start seeing phone numbers with a new area code: 564. As an overlay to the familiar 206, this change won’t affect existing numbers but will apply to new lines in the region. While dialing habits remain the same, islanders are encouraged to update contact systems and materials to reflect full 10-digit numbers.

On the morning of May 7, 2025, the peaceful waters of Colvos Passage were disrupted by a rising plume of smoke from a burning 40-foot pleasure boat just off the

The quaint, rural beauty of Vashon Island, Washington, has long been a respite for those seeking tranquility away from the urban sprawl. Yet, beneath its pastoral surface, a revolution brews