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Superintendent Art Jarvis celebrates the seniors during the drive-through graduation cap and gown distribution at PHS May 11.

Peninsula Hawks Scholarship Fund Awards More than $300,000

Much was celebrated May 20 when 166 Peninsula High School graduating seniors, 62 from the Key Peninsula, were awarded more than $300,000 in scholarships from the Peninsula Hawks Scholarship Fund. more

Sara Thompson, KP News | 7/29/20

Crabbing South of Narrows Bridge Closed for Third Year

Although Gov. Jay Inslee has lifted fishing restrictions in the state due to COVID-19 concerns, crabbing in South Puget Sound will likely remain closed to all crab harvesting for the third year in a row. more

Sara Thompson, KP News | 6/26/20

Rotary Club Satellite Group Blossoms on KP

Volunteer Dan Stokes hangs the first baskets Memorial Day weekend. Photo: Bob Anderson“We’re people of action, and we like to see things happen,” said Lisa Larson, president of the … more

Matthew Dean, KP News | 6/26/20

Two Waters Arts Alliance Provides Art to Young and Old

When Gov. Jay Inslee mandated school closures, Two Waters Arts Alliance started brainstorming ways to help local kids and families. In May, TWAA launched a collaboration with Food Backpacks 4 Kids, providing fun and easy Creativity Kits alongside student meal pick-ups. more

Krisa Bruemmer, KP News | 6/26/20

A Song for Ted and Joanna

Firefighters discovered the bodies of Ted Ralston, 71, and Joanna Gormly, 73, in the basement of their burning home on Vaughn Bay the evening of May 17. They also discovered evidence the two had been murdered and that accelerants were used to start the fire and cover the crime. more

Ted Olinger and Lisa Bryan, KP News | 6/26/20

Construction Begins at Evergreen Elementary School

A small but excited group gathered June 5 as Peninsula School District Superintendent Art Jarvis, Principal Hugh Maxwell and the five school board members put feet to shovels to break ground for the new Evergreen Elementary School. more

Sara Thompson, KP News | 6/26/20

Angel Guild Faces Challenges

Angelic volunteers reopen the Angel Guild Thrift Shop in Phase 2. Photo: Caleb Galbreath, KP News Pandemic and unexpected expenses present problems to local institution … more

Sara Thompson, KP News | 6/26/20

Pierce County Enters Phase 2 of 4-Phase State Reopening Plan

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. more

Megan Schowalter, KP News | 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

To the Community

We in the Peninsula School District join the rest of our nation in sad recognition that many children and families are in pain right now, but especially our black children and … more

Dr. Art Jarvis | 6/26/20

St. Anthony Hospital ER physician Dr. John Campbell.

Inside the ER: Local Hospital Waits for COVID-19

Social distancing and business closures have affected hospitals too, reducing … more

Caleb Galbreath, KP News | 5/29/20

Continuous Learning at Minter Creek Elementary Takes Form

Students, teachers, staff and parents had to team up to face an unprecedented challenge. Students and teachers entered a new learning world when schools closed suddenly … more

Sara Thompson, KP News | 5/29/20

Food Backpacks 4 Kids Rallies to Battle Hunger

Solid leadership and energetic volunteers backed by a generous community combine to meet the challenge of rising childhood food insecurity. more

Staff Report | 5/29/20

Children’s Home Society of WA Helps Families in Need

When schools closed and the coronavirus shut down their public programs, the local nonprofit went into overdrive to meet the needs of a rising tide of new clients, many living … more

Lisa Bryan, KP News | 5/29/20

U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer Hosts Virtual Town Hall

Constituents heard updates from federal and local leaders. Congressman Derek Kilmer (D-6th) hosted a telephone town hall May 11 to provide an update on the federal … more

Megan Schowalter, KP News | 5/29/20

KPMS Teacher’s ‘Voices of the Holocaust’ Curriculum Adopted by Other Districts

Amidst a pandemic, a teacher and her students strive to learn about humanity.Vicky Schauer, eighth- grade English and Language Arts teacher at Key Peninsula Middle School, is passionate about her final unit, Voices of the Holocaust. more

Sara Thompson, KP News | 5/29/20

Fire District Begins 2020 Levy Campaign

Fire Chief Dustin Morrow spells out district funding mechanisms and needs. Key Peninsula Fire District 16 will return to the voting public for a four-year renewal of its … more

Matthew Dean, KP News | 5/29/20

County Road Projects Move Ahead on KP

It wouldn’t be summer without road construction. An upcoming open house on two projects will provide an opportunity for community input. Progress continues as scheduled to … more

Staff Report | 5/29/20

Support for KP News Fuels Growth

Three years ago, the publishing board set a strategic goal of financial stability. As local community newspapers around the country falter, consolidate or suspend operations, the … more

Staff Report | 5/29/20

You Did It! Salutes to our Seniors

Praise and encouragement for the first senior class to graduate under the constraints of a pandemic. I am so proud of the graduating … more

Staff | 5/29/20