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• SCOTUS rules against USPS, upholds injunction against election rule changes
  New rules restricting mail-in voting will not go into effect before the midterm elections.

• King County to purchase development rights to Enumclaw farms
  The county preserves local farmland by buying and selling agricultural development rights to developers in urban areas.

• Robert Allan “Bob” Lande | October 5, 1930 – August 15, 2026
  Robert Allan “Bob” Lande, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away August 15, 2026, after a battle with cancer. He was born October 5, 1930, in Seattle, Washington, to Edward W. Lande and Mary Elizabeth Morri …

• Marlys Irene Svensson | Sept 17, 1939 — July 26, 2026
  Memorial Service will be held on Aug. 30th @ 2:30pm at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lynnwood, WA. All are welcome to come celebrate her love and grace.

• Rain McMillen Walmsley | December 1, 2003 – August 7, 2026.
  Rain McMillen Walmsley died unexpectedly on the morning of August 7, 2026. Rain was on a flight to California when he suffered a seizure and his heart stopped, the crew were unable to save him.

• Cory Elizabeth Winn | December 18, 1962 – August 1, 2026
  Cory Winn died at her home in Dockton on August 1, 2026, with her family by her side. She had been diagnosed with late-stage pancreatic cancer early in the year but continued to live her life with all the energy and enthusiasm and creativity and kind …

• Dr. William C. Knowler | June 20, 1946 – July 7, 2026
  William C. “Bill” Knowler passed away on July 7, following a pulmonary embolism. Bill was born to Lloyd and Faith (Stamler) Knowler on June 20, 1946, in Iowa City, Iowa. He is survived by his wife Kathy and their 2 dogs, Skagit & Shuksan; his thr …

• Michael Francis Fitzgerald
  Michael Francis Fitzgerald, former Vashon school bus driver, died July 5, 2026, after a long struggle with Lewy body dementia. He was 83.

Find out when School Schedules change due to weather

Direct link to the Vashon School District Emergency Information – Snow/Weather Schedule changes page can be found here. http://flashalert.net/news.html?id=4288

Stay updated on most King County Schools here: Public Schools Emergency Communication System. www.schoolreport.org

South Sound and Kitsap School information can be found here: www.pugetinfo.net/

Puget Sound Tide Tables 3 Tide tables for Vashon	National Weather Service Doppler Radar and Vashon forecast

Extended Forcast and more Current Weather Conditions on the New Weather Page

Vashon Be Prepared – Voice of Vashon – Update

Whenever something happens that you need to know about, we’ll get it out there for you. Stay tuned, Stay warm, stay safe, and stay tuned to VoV Standing By at 1650 am on your AM radio dial.

Do you know what to do? What would you do if your home were damaged so bad you could not stay there? How would you cope with the power being out for seven days or longer? How would you help your neighbor? Making sure that not only you are ready but so will your pets. www.VashonBePrepared.org

BBC News

• Emmys 2026: The winners and nominations list
  Zendaya, Noah Wyle, Sarah Snook and Colman Domingo are among the stars nominated for acting prizes.

• From Marilyn Monroe to Sabrina Carpenter – Bob Mackie's designs in pictures
  Beyoncé, Sabrina Carpenter, Cher, Elton John and Miley Cyrus have all worn Mackie's glittery ensembles.

• Nato jets down drone that entered Lithuanian airspace
  The origin of the drone is currently unknown, but authorities say it likely entered Lithuania from neighbouring Belarus, an ally of Russia.

• Watch: Selena Gomez, Zendaya and other stars light up Emmys red carpet
  Celebrities walked a blue version of the traditional red carpet ahead of the primetime show honouring the best shows in US television.

• Lucy Letby public inquiry findings set to be published
  The Thirlwall Inquiry has been investigating how concerns about killer nurse Letby were handled – and whether any babies might have lived if action was taken earlier.

• US confirms for first time it has deployed space weapons
  The US Air Force Secretary says the weapons are necessary to defend the country against enemy action.

• Mass nesting brings swarms of turtles to Mexican beach
  Thousands of turtles arrived at La Escobilla beach in Oaxaca within 48 hours, sanctuary officials said.

• Balaclava ban comes into force in Nottingham city centre
  Nottingham becomes one of the first cities nationally to take this action, its council leader said.