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Congresswoman Emily Randall at a June 18 press conference held at the Edmonds Ferry Terminal.
Congresswoman Emily Randall On How She Sees It
With nearly seven months behind her, U.S. Rep. Emily Randall is finding her stride. more
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Fred and Mary Ramsdell (seated), Battalion Chief Bill Sawaya (right), with volunteer firefighters Claudia and Bill Jones (standing).
The Legendary Life of Local Hero Fred Ramsdell
Fred Ramsdell, KPFD's first paid employee, leaves a legacy of service. more
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A kayaker emerges from the newly opened Whiteman Cove.
Dam Breached at Whiteman Cove as Salmon Restoration Moves Ahead
Years of argument, planning, litigation and construction led to restoring an estuary for juvenile salmon. more
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Public Works Road Projects Underway for Key Peninsula
One new project will address wildfire evacuation routes on the KP thanks to initial funding from the Pierce County Council. more
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David Olson
David Olson Seeks Top Spot as Superintendent of Public Instruction
PSD Director David Olson is running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. more
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Evergreen Elementary School in Lakebay.
UPDATED: Local Teacher Arrested on Suspicion of Child Molestation Faces More Charges; Resigns Position
Fifth-grade Evergreen Elementary School teacher Jordan Henderson was arrested by Pierce County Sheriff deputies on suspicion of child molestation. He was charged with nine counts of first-degree child molestation. more
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Stephanie Brooks gets some exercise while enjoying a walk with her beloved dog, Porter.
Business Owner and KP Advocate Renews Her Lease on Life
Stephanie Brooks, the owner of Gnosh food truck knew something didn’t feel right the week before Christmas. She was suffering from a heart attack that helped shift her priorities. more
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State House Investigation Spurs Second Probe as Rep. Michelle Caldier Appeals the First
The Washington State House of Representatives released the report of its investigation into complaints of demeaning, intimidating and bullying behavior by Rep. Michelle Caldier (R-26th). more
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Coming soon? Expanded park land for the Key Peninsula.
Key Pen Parks to Purchase Old Lavender Farm for Almost $1 Million
The Key Pen Park Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to authorize Executive Director Tracey Perkosky to execute a conditional purchase and sale to acquire property located at 10613-19 Wright Bliss Road NW. more
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Bea Johnson at home with her pets.
How to Live to 100 Years Old and Enjoy It All the Way
Happy birthday wishes arrived by letter from President Joe and First Lady Jill Biden, as well as from Gov. Jay Inslee and his wife Trudi, with their congratulations. Generations of family and … more
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A family portrait with siblings (left to right) Inez, Lenora, Wayne, Melvin, Cecil and Phyllis with parents Emil and Katie.
The Extraordinary Life of KP Stalwart Phyllis Henry
Born in 1931, Phyllis Henry was one of six children raised on the family farm in rural Iowa. Her education began in a one-room schoolhouse. She had one friend, Edna. They walked to school or took the … more
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The floating docks have been removed, but will the historic building remain?
Historic Lakebay Marina Project Begins Community Outreach
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The Legislative Building sits in the foreground at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia.
Fresh Perspectives and Funding Follow 26th District Legislators Home
The 2023 Washington State legislative session welcomed in-person politics back to Olympia for the first time since 2020, when the legislature adjourned days before statewide COVID-19 restrictions … more
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Math students enjoy the end of their lunch break in Mrs. Babbitt’s classroom.
Life Under Construction at Key Peninsula Middle School
For teachers, staff and students, school goes on despite construction all around … more
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KP Food Markets Sold; Changes on the Way to KP Retail Scene
The Food Markets at Key Center and Lake Kathryn have been sold to a new owner, and Lake Kathryn may also be getting a new retail tenant. Don Stolz sold the two businesses to The Myers Group, a … more
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With the installation of the 38-foot wooden tower pole complete, exterior painting will begin as the weather warms.
Historic Vaughn Library Hall Restoration Forges Ahead for the Love of History
The Key Peninsula Historical Society was awarded a $35,000 Pierce County Historic Preservation grant Jan. 31 after being ranked No. 1 on the county project list for its ongoing restoration of the … more
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Questions of Equity Voiced at Peninsula School Board Meeting
Kari Trivette has a great deal of experience with the Peninsula School District. Her kids attended Minter Creek Elementary, Harbor Ridge Middle School, and graduated from Peninsula High School with … more
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Park Commissioners Will Seek Community Input to Further Honor Scott Gallacher
At the Key Pen Park board of commissioners meeting December 14, the board responded to an earlier proposal presented by a group of community leaders.  more
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Hearing the Voice of the Key Peninsula
Time and again I’ve heard that “all politics is local,” but I’m beginning to wonder how true that is. We already know the outcomes of the November 8 election, but before we … more
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Congregants file out of their new facility on a recent Sunday.
WayPoint South Finds the Key to Home Through Grace on the Peninsula
Pastor Mark Klingler opened the new doors of WayPoint South for worship September 4 at the former location of Grace Evangelical Presbyterian Church on McEwan Road NW and Key Peninsula Highway NW. … more
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