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This new auxiliary building will temporarily house the KP Family Resource Center sited next door to Food Backpacks 4 Kids existing location in Key Center.
Food Backpacks 4 Kids Adds a New Program to Its Mission
A Family Resource Center will once again provide services on the Key Peninsula as FB4K picks up where Children’s Home Society left off. more
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Rachel Hurst and kids at Kopachuck State Park learn about Job Carr using one of the Job Carr Cabin Museum’s Traveling Trunks and curriculum.
Homeschooling Attracts Many Key Peninsula Families
Homeschooling numbers skyrocketed in 2020 but have fallen to a new baseline. It is popular in rural areas among families who can afford it. more
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The reader board at PHS displays the school motto. Key Peninsula News works with student journalists there and in other area schools to bring their perspectives and insights to the public. Any student interested in pursuing journalism is invited to contact KP News for more information.
Peninsula High School Students Reflect on Priorities for Election
Students, some reluctant, some eager, share their opinions in a time of uncertainty while others are ready to confront the demands of their future. more
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Teacher Jenna Rudolf captured 2-year-old August’s full attention as they explore a new book together.
Play to Learn Returns to the Key Peninsula
Evergreen Elementary School is the new host for the free Play to Learn Program, which left the KP Civic Center a year ago. more
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The Key Peninsula Fire District’s third town hall meeting was held in the gymnasium to accommodate a potentially larger crowd present than at previous meetings.
Key Center Properties Cast Shadow Over M&O Levy Vote
Public skepticism over controversial land purchases continues to overshadow the Key Peninsula Fire District’s attempt to renew its Maintenance and Operations Levy. more
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360 Trails Misses the Cut for Trust Land Transfer
Despite community support and a favorable application review, 360 Trails will not be transferred to local parks ownership. more
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Pierce County election workers Skylar Cole (back) and Buck Buchanan remove ballots from the Lake Kathryn ballot box Aug. 5. Election workers collected 1,831 ballots from the Lake Kathryn location during the Primary Election, making it the 28th (out of 51) most used drop box in Pierce County. There were 5,785 ballots collected, in total, from the KP during the 18-day voting window for the Primary Election in August.
Your Vote Counts — Pierce County is Making Sure of It
Pierce County has strict protocols in place for getting your ballot from the ballot box or mail delivery to the tabulation room. more
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This bridge along the trail leads from Gateway Park to 360 Trails.
After 20 Years of Growth, Key Pen Parks Plans for the Future
KP Parks will develop a plan to evaluate its properties, amenities, and necessary improvements over the next decade. more
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KPFD Answers Questions on Real Estate Buys at Second Town Hall
The KP fire commissioners and fire chief held a special board meeting to address real estate buys and the upcoming levy. more
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David Olson
David Olson Seeks Top Spot as Superintendent of Public Instruction
PSD Director David Olson is running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. more
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Chris Reykdal
Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal Seeks Third Term
Chris Reykdal seeks a third term as Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction. more
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Kelly Chambers
Rep. Kelly Chambers (R-25th LD) Ready for More After Legislature
Kelly Chambers is hoping to extend her experience in the legislature to the county level. more
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Ryan Mello
County Council Chair Ryan Mello (D-4th) Ready for the Top Job
Pierce County Council Chair Ryan Mello is running to replace Bruce Dammeier as the Pierce County Executive. more
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New Health Department Director Visits the KP
Chantell Harmon Reed met with community members at the Key Center Library Aug. 14. more
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Pierce County Comprehensive Plan Update Nears Completion
The Key Peninsula Land Use Advisory Commission met to review changes in its Community Plan. more
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Wyatt Abrigo makes the one and only touchdown for the Peninsula Seahawks.
Seahawks First-half Dominance Fades as Tides Win Fish Bowl 46
The Gig Harbor Tides needed just 64 seconds in the fourth quarter to overcome a 10-0 deficit and beat the Peninsula Seahawks, 14-10, in the 46th annual Fish Bowl Sept. 7. It was the season opener and … more
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An art project in the making by campers (from left clockwise) Abigail Schock, Cesar Luna, Maddie Renkert, Hailey Glenn, Ms. Shantell Small, Felix Ratliff and Juniper Taylor during the Forest Friends Summer Camp in August.
Forest Friends Preschool Set to Open in October on Local Church Land
Forest Friends of the KP, the community’s first licensed full-time preschool, plans to open its doors in October. more
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KP Community Services Receives Grant for Homeless Support
KPCS received first-level approval for a grant to develop a new and innovative approach to addressing the needs of people experiencing homelessness on the KP. more
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PCSD Chief of Patrol Patti Jackson, Deputy Nathan Betts and Sheriff Ed Troyer.
Peninsula Deputy Honored by Pierce County
Nathan Betts received the county’s Law Enforcement Deputy of the Year award in a ceremony in University Place Aug. 7. more
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Filling one green bag with nonperishable food every two months is all it takes.
Wauna Woman Launches Key Peninsula Food Project to Battle Hunger
Aleece Townsend is trying to take stress off of local food banks, founding both the Key Peninsula Food Project and the Gig Harbor Food Project. more
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