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As the second quarter of 2020 came to a close, scientists and economists surveyed the impact of SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, on the health and economy of the United …
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Ted Olinger, KP News
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7/30/20
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A June 17 Washington State revenue forecast projected an $8.8 billion drop in tax collections over the next three years. Gov. Jay Inslee canceled pay raises the same day for some state employees and …
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Ted Olinger, KP News
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7/30/20
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In an interview with Pierce County Councilman Derek Young (D-7th), Young assured constituents that they wouldn’t have to wait much longer for the burger and beer they’ve been dying for.
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Megan Schowalter, KP News
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6/26/20
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Social distancing and business closures have affected hospitals too, reducing …
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Caleb Galbreath, KP News
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5/29/20
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A Haida Indian term, the spirit of pestilence referred to the tides of smallpox, measles, influenza, and malaria that swept native villages and camps on …
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Lynn Larson
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5/29/20
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As people struggle to make ends meet in a shattered economy, leaders and researchers look for a way out. At a press briefing April 14, state Secretary of Health John …
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Ted Olinger, KP News
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5/1/20
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"There’s a point when listening to the news is more upsetting than it’s worth, so I’m listening to music and taking long nature walks with my camera" - Kathleen Best. Photo: Richard Miller, KP …
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Community Voices
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5/1/20
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The one thing about the fire service that is a constant is that you never know from day to day what will present. The COVID-19 outbreak has proved that point. The …
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Anne Nesbit, Special to KP News
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5/1/20
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Dr. William Roes, who has provided primary care services at his clinic in Key Center for more than three decades, was asked if he could work at St. …
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Staff Report
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5/1/20
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It is not unusual for people to experience anxiety or worry at times, maybe even frequently. Humans are predisposed to pay more attention to negative information, …
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Vicki Biggs, Special to KP News
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5/1/20
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Teachers and staff keeping students connected, fed and learning in a changed world. Sheri Ahlheim was teaching her sixth period math class at Peninsula High School March …
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Sara Thompson, KP News
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5/1/20
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Young children, their parents and teacher work together to adapt to social distancing. During this era of COVID-19, preschoolers and their …
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Krisa Bruemmer, KP News
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5/1/20
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At least 70 people attended a virtual COVID-19 Key Peninsula Town Hall meeting April 2 to hear …
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Sara Thompson, KP News
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5/1/20
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Although the 2020 regular session just adjourned, a special session to address the damaged state economy may be coming soon. The Washington State Legislature adjourned its …
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Ted Olinger, KP News
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5/1/20
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Many remain open but essential businesses are wondering when it will end. Business has slowed for Purdy Cost Less Pharmacy at Lake Kathryn Village, according to owner Don …
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Lisa Bryan, KP News
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5/1/20
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Kids are grieving the loss of opportunities while staff work to support them. Despite starting on the other side of the world, the novel coronavirus and the disease it causes, COVID-19, reached Washington state and the city of Gig Harbor.
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Daniel Shurr, Special to the KP News
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5/1/20
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While most consumers search for scarce necessities, others buy up everything they can find to …
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Ted Olinger, KP News
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3/27/20
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The exponential rise of coronavirus cases in Washington has experts worried. Slowing the spread means “flattening the curve” to reduce a …
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Ted Olinger, KP News
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3/26/20
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You have heard the basics about good hygiene and social distancing (and you will again here), but there are broader and more important measures …
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Staff Report
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3/26/20
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Practice social distancing: people without symptoms can transmit the virus.
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Staff Report
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3/26/20
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