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Governor Bob Ferguson congratulates 26th LD Senator Deb Krishnadasan (D-Gig Harbor) on SB 5655 before signing it into law.
New State Bill Opens Way for Daycare on Key Peninsula
Senate Bill 5655 requires the occupancy load for daycares in Washington to be based only on areas where services are provided. more
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KP Fire Update: A Price Cut and a Rejected Offer
As property deals stall and public engagement wanes, KPFD weighs its next move ahead of a critical levy lid lift vote. more
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Herron Island hosted a lunch May 9 to celebrate and thank Fire District 16. Several Key Peninsula firefighters attended, and a plaque was presented by the Herron Island Boosters Club.
Herron Island Lands a Fire Truck for Wildfire Suppression
After losing a residence to fire last year, Herron Island purchases a used fire truck for a buck. “They have always wanted a truck.” more
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Rep Adison Richards
Fresh Thinking on Tap in Olympia from Rep. Adison Richards
The first-term legislator said he strategized to cope with serious variables in the state economy while striving to represent the needs of his district above party. more
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Sen. Deb Krishnadasan, D-26
Deb Krishnadasan on Joining the State Senate in 2024
The freshman senator was appointed to fill a vacancy after Emily Randall (D-6th CD) resigned to serve as a representative in Congress. more
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Rep. Michelle Caldier, R-26
Michelle Caldier Talks About Her Decade on the Job
The representative has learned to navigate the state House and and now plans to bring her experience to a run for the state Senate. more
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Librarian Nikki Atienza works exclusively to provide teen services at the Key Center, Gig Harbor and Steilacoom branches of the Pierce County Library System.
Key Center Library Offers a Summer of Discovery for Local Teens
Free events and resources offer teenagers a variety of choices in a safe, inclusive environment: “We welcome all teens with open arms.” more
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Burn Ban for Key Peninsula to Begin June 1 From Now On
A Stage 1 burn ban will start in unincorporated Pierce County June 1 at 8 a.m. until further notice. more
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Federal Funding Cuts Affect Local Food Banks
Sudden large cuts are anticipated to affect farmers, the hungry, and the organizations that feed them. more
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‘Lift the Lid’ on EMS Levy Goes to Voters; Commissioner to Leave
KPFD needs to collect more money to keep services running and will elect a new fire commissioner in November. more
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What Are Those Black Strips on SR 302?
WSDOT is collecting information to help shape the future of the most used road on the KP. more
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Eelgrass (Zostera marina L.) observed growing nearshore during low tide at Joemma Beach State Park.
Pierce County Receives EPA Grant to Study Eelgrass
Collected data will help inform the 2029 Shoreline Master Program, which regulates how the shoreline is developed. more
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KPFD Town Hall Leaves Residents with More Questions Than Answers
Public interest dwindled, with town hall attendance dropping and survey participation falling. more
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KPFD volunteers Garrett Cranford, left, and Matt Fields did the KP proud March 9.
KPFD Completes Annual Stair Climb to Fight Cancer
A seven-person team of career and volunteer crew from KPFD 16 completed the 34th annual Leukemia and Lymphoma Society firefighter Columbia Tower stair climb challenge. more
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KPFD owns the Olson Estate home, part of the pasture behind it, and the former O’Callahan’s restaurant (the Calahan property) on the corner.
KP Fire Board Asks For Public Input, But Where Do They Stand?
KP Fire district leaders face tough choices after a failed levy last election. more
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Map of North Key Peninsula Broadband Project.
Broadband Update: Comcast Connects Customers in KP North
Pierce County is applying for grants for more services, but uncertain progress leaves thousands of KP residents stuck. more
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Local firefighters returned home Jan. 25 from their deployment fighting wildfires in and around Los Angeles. From left, Firefighter/Paramedic Jimmy Dane and Firefighter Marty Pattin of Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One joined FF/PM Lt. Adam Morse and FF/PM Kevin Koehl of Key Peninsula Fire District 16. Their deployment was part of a Pierce/Kitsap/King County Strike Team consisting of five engines and a Strike Team Leader.
KP Firefighters Return After Wildfire Relief in Los Angeles
Key Peninsula Firefighters Lt. Adam Morse and Paramedic Kevin Koehl returned home Jan. 25 after an intense 18-day deployment to help combat wildfires in Los Angeles. 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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The impact of the failed levy was felt when the Longbranch station went unstaffed Jan. 10, 23 and 25.
KP Fire District 16 Moves to Navigate Staffing Shortages and Property Decisions
KPFD will hold a town hall March 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Key Peninsula Civic Center. 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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