News Around the Island

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 how the island connects food, community, and sustainability. Dillon’s story on Vashon began more than a decade ago with Old…

Explore the fall and winter editions of our Spotlight Series, featuring Vashon businesses that warm the island with food, art, service, and community spirit when the days grow short.

This month: Bean Soup; New dump location? Bad divers; Surge in Coyote population; Stink bugs (need we say more?)

Meet the makers behind The Ruby Brink and learn how this multifaceted spot redefines what it means to dine local on Vashon.

Discover how this integrative clinic blends traditional and alternative medicine to support wellness across the island.

Take a tour of The Lodges, where modern architecture meets the laid-back rhythm of island life in this unique getaway.

When the Seattle City Council passed its new public safety sales tax initiative earlier this week, the move was largely celebrated as a progressive step forward, one that channels millions of dollars into addiction recovery and public health services. Yet on Vashon Island, the inclusion of the Thunderbird Treatment Center…

Step inside Giraffe, the gallery that brings international art and eclectic goods to Vashon. It’s more than a shop… it’s a passport to the world’s creativity.

Officials are moving ahead with the work on the Fauntleroy ferry terminal.