Key Peninsula News

Naming the New Bridge

The State Route 302 improvement project over Minter Creek is nearly finished. Most work is on winter suspension. It’s been suggested that the KP community formally name the replacement … more

12/30/20

Thanks to KP News

I’d like to thank KP News for a very interesting edition (Nov. 2020). The article “Let Us Now Praise Famous Men” is so well written, I could not stop reading even though I had no … more

12/2/20

Praise for KP Fire Dept.

I want to express my gratitude for the aid crew stationed at the Longbranch fire station. more

12/2/20

Thanks to Key Pen Parks

The Norma and Tweed Meyer family wish to thank Key Pen Parks Executive Director Tracey Perkosky and her efficient staff for their quick action in logging out the huge evergreen tree on their property … more

12/2/20

In Support of Reps. Young and Caldier

I strongly recommend that we re-elect our two incumbent state representatives from the 26th Legislative District, Jesse Young and Michelle Caldier, in November to continue serving us in Olympia for … more

10/29/20

Algae Bloom is Dangerous

I live on the shoreline of Burley Lagoon and I have been a witness to the events of the past two years where our lagoon life has been disrupted in the middle of summer by a pungent and toxic odor. … more

10/29/20

Much-Needed Agents of Change

Key Peninsula needs fresh voices in the Washington House of Representatives. more

10/1/20

The Fallout for Children in Foster Care

When I am not in Olympia during the legislative session, I provide short-term foster care for teenage girls. I take in our state’s most challenging youth who would otherwise be placed in a … more

10/1/20

Regarding the Virus

I have been enjoying the KP News for years and appreciate your efforts… more

Brian Nicholson, Lakebay | 8/27/20

Thank You KP News

Ted Olinger’s item on the cost and benefits of the COVID-19 lockdown was a better analysis than anything I’ve read elsewhere, even nationally. more

Diane Yorgason-Quinn, Wauna | 8/27/20

On Equality and Privilege

Black people and Black communities are under attack both directly and indirectly on a daily basis. The very structure of our society hampers the ability of our Black … more

6/26/20

Living While Black in Longbranch

I moved to Longbranch 2007. A couple days after moving in, I walked down the street toward the southernmost point of Key Peninsula. There was a white man washing … more

6/26/20

KP Churches Speak Out

We believe each person carries the divine image of our creator. We believe the words of the Psalmist who wrote, “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your … more

6/26/20

Madness in Seattle

We have descended into madness. Riots, looting, arson, destruction and assault along with the occupation of part of a great city as if invaded by a foreign army. more

6/26/20

Vote Yes For Our Community

Please vote “yes” for the Maintenance and Operations Fire Levy Aug. 4. This is a four-year continuation of the existing levy for the same fixed amount of $800,000. … more

6/26/20

Making Happy Memories

I just want you to know how much we enjoy reading the Key Peninsula News every month. As a matter of fact, my two teens love reading it and they look forward to getting it in … more

6/26/20

Kudos on June Edition

Kudos on June Edition I am continually impressed with the content of the Key Peninsula News. You serve a great combination of informative news and thought-provoking features that surely stimulate … more

6/26/20

Hope Recovery Center Should Move On

I write not on behalf of any organization, but as a concerned resident of the Key Peninsula. The Pierce County Planning and Public Works Department has issued a … more

5/1/20

KP News Bias Driven by Urban Values

Thanks for the KP News. I love it. However, it seems to have a Democratic lean. That is seen in Ted Olinger’s reporting in the last issue where he projected … more

5/1/20

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3/27/20