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Two Local Teens Die in Separate Accidents

Two teenagers died on the Key Peninsula June 28 just a few hours and a few miles apart in unrelated accidents. Will Huck of Port Orchard, 17, drowned in Horseshoe Lake at approximately 3:15 … more

Staff Report | 7/28/21

Honoring the First Residents

A new historical plaque in honor of the Native People of Filucy Bay was unveiled at the Longbranch Marina in a dedication ceremony May 26. Well-known archeologist and anthropologist Lynn Larson, a … more

Staff Report | 7/1/21

State Funds Next Steps in Restoration of Whiteman Cove

Washington State Legislators appropriated $900,000 in the 2022-23 state capital budget for the Department of Natural Resources to advance plans for removal of barriers to fish passage at Whiteman Cove. more

Lisa Bryan, KP News | 6/30/21

The commission has created a “get-to-know-us” video at https://youtu.be/2-PVS8Q0Os0

Redistricting Commission Reaches Out to the Public

If “unprecedented” described much of 2020, it also describes the opportunity for public input this year as Washington State redraws its legislative boundaries. more

Sara Thompson, KP News | 6/30/21

KP Lags Behind County, State Covid Vaccination Rates

Vaccinations to prevent the spread of COVID-19 have recently slowed all over the U.S., including in Washington state and on the Key Peninsula, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the state Department of Health. more

Ted Olinger, KP News | 6/30/21

‘Earthonauts’ Land on Purdy Spit

In recognition of World Ocean Day, five Key Peninsula Middle School students organized and hosted a community beach cleanup on the Purdy Spit June 12. more

Carolyn Wiley, KP News | 6/30/21

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

Krisa Bruemmer, KP News | 6/30/21

The pump out station at Penrose Point has been out of service since April 2019.

County to Boaters: ‘Pump Your Poop’

Pierce County, in partnership with Washington State Parks, The Recreational Boaters Association of Washington and Minterbrook Oyster Farm, will provide a free mobile pump-out service vessel for boaters in the South Sound this summer. more

Kamryn Minch, KP News | 6/30/21

Hugh McMillan center, with school board directors Lori Glover, David Olson, Deborah Krishnadasan, Natalie Wimberley and Chuck West.

The Hugh McMillan Community Center is Born

In a brief private ceremony at Evergreen Elementary School, Hugh McMillan of Lakebay was honored by the Peninsula School District board of directors with the official naming of the gymnasium building as the future home of the Hugh McMillan Community Center. more

Lisa Bryan, KP News | 6/30/21

2023-24 Resource Directory

(Click the photo for the full directory!) Help is here! Directory of community resources in the Key Peninsula/Gig Harbor area. Not sure where to start? Call 2-1-1 or visit wa211.org. more

6/22/21

KPHS Board of Directors with Sen. Emily Randall in 2019.

$100,000 Grant for Vaughn Library Hall Restoration

The Key Peninsula Historical Society received a substantial boost for the restoration of the 1893 Vaughn Library Hall with the award of a $100,000 grant included in the state’s 2022-23 budget. more

Joseph Pentheroudakis, KP News | 5/28/21

Battalion Chief Chuck West Retires

After nearly 40 years with the Key Peninsula Fire Department, Battalion Chief Chuck West is retiring. more

Sara Thompson, KP News | 5/26/21

Inside the new Evergreen Elementary building as it undergoes the final stages of construction.

Evergreen School Nears Completion

This fall, thanks to the passage of the 2019 capital bond, a state-of-the-art Evergreen will open its doors to students. more

Sara Thompson, KP News | 5/26/21

Peninsula Hawk Scholarship Fund Rewards 44 Key Peninsula Seniors

One hundred and fifty-two graduating seniors received over $320,000 in scholarships ranging from $500 to $11,000 at the virtual Peninsula Hawk Scholarship Fund award ceremony May 19. Forty-four … more

Ted Olinger, KP News | 5/26/21

Legislature Concludes a Session of Reform, Recovery

The Washington State Legislature’s 2021 regular session concluded on April 25 after passing 340 bills, 257 of which had been signed in whole or in part by Gov Jay Inslee by press time. more

Matthew Dean, KP News | 5/26/21

District Appoints New Fire Commissioner

Longtime Wauna resident Randy Takehara was officially sworn in as a Key Peninsula Fire District 16 commissioner by the board of commissioners during its regularly scheduled meeting May 11 via Zoom. more

Lisa Bryan, KP News | 5/26/21

Preschool students enjoy a dance party in February 2020, before “social distancing” came along.

Cooperative Preschool to Relocate as District Program Expands

The Peninsula School District plans to expand its half-day Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) Pre-K classes to a full-day schedule for the 2021-22 school year. more

Krisa Bruemmer, KP News | 5/26/21

A Pandemic Silver Lining: RNA Drugs

As vaccination rates against COVID-19 plateau in the U.S. or fall short of the number needed for herd immunity, it’s worth reminding ourselves how significant a breakthrough these vaccines are … more

Richard Gelinas | 5/26/21

Lakebay Post Office Burglary Suspect Arrested, Again

An arrest was made April 28 in connection with the burglary of the Lakebay Post Office April 3 and the break-in at the Belfair Post Office in Mason County April 17. The two cases were earlier … more

Staff Report | 5/26/21

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

Lisa Bryan, KP News | 5/20/21