Many Islanders this year have found themselves mired in a debate over the merits of grass versus artificial turf for the high school playing fields. Similar debates have played out across the country.

The Chilmark historical commission approved demolition of a house thought to have been a British headquarters during the Revolutionary War, despite calls for review by the MVC.

The Martha’s Vineyard Commission plans to revive its tradition of issuing annual data reports for the Island, beginning this fall with the first report in 16 years.

For Islanders, at least, fossils never get old. The sixth annual National Fossil Day Thursday drew all ages to the Oak Bluffs library to marvel at ancient plants and animals preserved for millions of years in stone.

Fourteen Island residents are vying for nine open seats on the Martha’s Vineyard Commission this year — a larger field than usual in recent years for the regional planning agency.

Vineyard Medical Care wants to relocate from State Road Vineyard Haven to the Oak Bluffs property owned by chiropractor Dr. John Campbell. But selectmen say the town’s home-business bylaw does not allow for the change.