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What stroll through the vineyard is complete without wine?
Two Fox Winery Open for Business in Home
The former Trillium Creek Winery in Home has new owners. Tedra and Kyle Hett grew up in Kansas and moved to Tacoma in 2014. They met in the eighth grade and have been together for more than half … more
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The boatside view of Lakebay Marina without any docks.
A New Day for Lakebay Marina
Washington State Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz visited Lakebay Marina June 4 in part to celebrate the partnership to save the iconic facility and to see for herself what the Department of … more
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New elder homes take shape on the hill above Key Center.
Mustard Seed Project Receives Major Grant
Six months after breaking ground on the first assisted-living homes for elders on the Key Peninsula — a dream that took over a decade to launch — the Mustard Seed Project received the … more
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Costly removal of a sinking derelict vessel from Lakebay Marina Jan. 28.
Legislature Funds Increased Derelict Boat Removal on Puget Sound
Removing derelict or abandoned boats from the waters of Puget Sound is a high priority for the Department of Natural Resources. The department’s underfunded Derelict Vessel Removal Program got … more
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The Angel Guild has been supporting the community since 1979.
How the Angel Guild Helps the Community
The Angel Guild has had a positive impact on the lives of Key Peninsula residents for more than four decades, according to Carla Parkhurst, who has been coordinator at the thrift shop for 11 … more
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Lakebay Marina Sold; New Owners to Restore and Partner with State
After two years of negotiation and fundraising, the purchase of Lakebay Marina from owner Mark Scott closed Dec. 28 for $1.6 million in a joint effort by the Recreational Boating Association of … more
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A bright sign of progress installed Dec. 14
Two Years and Still Waiting for 2 Margaritas
Almost nothing went according to plan for 2 Margaritas owners Ricardo Sahagun and Edgar Anaya, the cousins and business partners who purchased the former site of Lulu’s Homeport Restaurant and … more
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The crowd called out for more.
A Farewell to Blending: Key Center Wine Shop Closes
Blend Wine Shop closed its doors — eventually — for the last time Oct. 30. more
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KP Community Council Faces Funding Crisis
For the first time since 2017 the Key Peninsula Community Council will no longer have a paid office manager and will depend on volunteers to keep the office in the Key Center Corral open. more
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An idyllic scene from Burley Lagoon at high tide.
Burley Lagoon Geoduck Battle Enters Next Phase
The Taylor Shellfish Co. moved one step closer in its quest to replace part of its existing Manila clam and oyster beds in Burley Lagoon with geoducks when it submitted a draft environmental impact … more
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Key Center Loses a Business, Venue and Meeting Place
After celebrating its 10th anniversary Oct. 8, Blend Wine Shop will close its doors permanently Oct. 30. “Even as we were recovering and revenues were slowly starting to return … more
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Abersold on the air.
School District Explores Options for KGHP-FM
Kris Hagel, executive director of digital learning for Peninsula School District, commissioned an appraisal and educational assessment in July of KGHP-FM to consider its options as a school district and a radio station owner. more
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Dr. Justine Zingsheim-Nadeau and Dr. Lisa Woods
After Surviving Pandemic, Brookside Veterinary Hospital Changes Hands
Brookside Veterinary Hospital, owned and operated by Dr. Lisa Woods for nearly 30 years, has survived over a year of Covid protocols and restrictions. Brookside has been busier than ever and a second veterinarian, Dr. Justine Zingsheim-Nadeau recently joined the practice. more
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Lakebay Marina Funding Secured
Funding needed to complete the Recreational Boaters Association of Washington Marine Park Conservancy purchase of Lakebay Marina from owner Mark Scott is guaranteed. more
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A Familiar Face Returns to Key Center
The restoration of O’Callahan’s Pub and Grill is in full swing. The plan is to return to the thrilling days of yesteryear, 2005. more
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Generation Covid: Working Through the Pandemic
For those who have been able to continue working, navigating the various phases of restrictions and ever-changing guidelines has presented an extra set of challenges, especially for workers in positions that require face-to-face interactions. more
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New ‘Old Tech’ Homebuilding Comes to the KP
The Key Peninsula is no stranger to the work of dreams, innovation and unconventional thinking, and the latest example is a new house built on Rocky Bay. more
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A bacon Swiss cheeseburger with jalapeños never looked so good.
KP Bars and Restaurants Adapt to Survive the Pandemic
No one has escaped the impact of the pandemic — but some restaurants and bars have been hit especially hard, including longtime Key Peninsula haunts and hangouts. more
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Broadband Survey Illuminates Digital Divide on Key Peninsula
KPC Broadband Committee Chair Mark Cockerill said the recently completed broadband survey will help create a targeted and effective response. more
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New owners Allison and Drew Zimmerman.
New Generation Brings New Life to Local Pharmacy
In November, Purdy Cost Less Pharmacy changed ownership. Zimmerman’s son and daughter-in-law, Drew and Allison Zimmerman, bought the … more
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