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State Route 302 at the intersection of Burnham Drive (lower left) and Goodnough Drive NW, approaching the on-ramp to State Route 16 eastbound.
WSDOT SR 302 Safety Improvements to SR 16 On-ramp from Purdy Cause Uproar
The approach to eastbound State Route 16 from State Route 302 has been the site of numerous accidents, including a fatality and two injuries in 2026. more
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Commissioners Stan Moffett, left, and John Pat Kelly at the Aug. 11 meeting.
KP Fire Commissioners Vote Against Gas Station Development in Key Center
The KPFD fire commissioners voted down a counteroffer for the Calahan property and to temporarily take it off the market. more
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The parasite life cycle, showing canid, rodent, and human hosts.
Parasitic Threat to Dogs and Humans Arrives in Western Washington
There is little evidence of the infection spreading from wild to domestic animals for now. more
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Wood needs to be stacked off the ground to avoid rot. Cover the top, not the sides.
Experts on Keeping the House from Going up in Smoke
Summer time is ideal for stocking next winter’s wood. Learn how to buy, stack, and burn smart before firing up that wood stove. more
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Fire Commissioners (left to right) Colleen Mullen, Stan Moffett and John Pat Kelly with a sample of the standing-room-only crowd behind them at the July 28 meeting.
Standing-Room-Only Crowd Urges KPFD to End Gas Station Deal; Board Votes to Counteroffer
The KPFD fire commissioners voted 3-2 at their July 28 meeting to reject a second offer on the Calahan property and return a counterproposal with stricter terms. more
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KPFD owns the Olson estate home, part of the pasture behind it, and the former O’Callahan’s restaurant — the Calahan property — on the corner.
Fire Commissioners to Vote on New Calahan Property Sale
Key Peninsula Fire District 16 received a new $1,050,000 purchase and sale agreement July 7 for the Calahan property it has owned for over four years, signed by John Park, owner of Taechang LLC of … more
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Congresswoman Emily Randall (D, WA-6th) stops for a photo on the steps of the U.S. Capitol in the other Washington.
Randall Seeks Federal Funding for KP Roundabout Project
A proposed single-lane roundabout is among 20 projects submitted for possible funding. more
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The former bar and restaurant on the Calahan property, built in 1962 as the storied Key Center Tavern, has been vacant for over four years. The commissioners remained undecided on a proposal to add fencing to protect the building, but will not block the parking lot.
KPFD Rejects Daycare Proposal as Sale Questions Mount
Commissioners unanimously turned down Alyssa Johnstone’s latest offer for the Calahan property in the heart of Key Center. more
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Pierce County Fire Marshal Ken Rice said, “I love education. I don’t like enforcement, but we’ll do it if we have to. ... You get one warning.” Report illegal burning to 911. Report non-emergency fireworks complaints at 253-287-4455.
Fire Marshal Steps Up Education and Enforcement Ahead of Wildfire Season
A new program focuses on preventing illegal burning and enforcing firework restrictions. The Key Peninsula is concerning because of its isolation. more
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Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank spoke to and answered questions from a standing-room only crowd in the library Brones Room for two hours. Several speakers voiced frustration over what they saw as a disconnect between local safety priorities and what was described as the sheriff’s sometimes pugilistic public messaging.
Pierce County Sheriff Faces Questions on Key Peninsula
At a packed meeting, Sheriff Keith Swank addressed concerns over staffing, crime trends, and his role in a politically charged environment. more
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Volunteer FF/EMT Ian Rogers carried with him a photo of longtime KPFD volunteer Bill Jones, a lymphoma survivor.
KP Firefighters Climb for the Cure March 8
Four career and volunteer members of Key Peninsula Fire District 16 made the KP proud, once again. more
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KP Fire Department Headquarters in Key Center.
KPFD Update: Conflict Between Commissioners Escalates
A contentious meeting reveals deeper tensions within the fire district board. more
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Law enforcement at the crime scene Feb. 24.
Five Dead After Domestic Violence Attack in Wauna Feb. 24
One of the victims was the assailant's mother. more
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Vaughn Murder-Suicide Stuns Community
A man discovered the bodies of his wife, son, and the family dog Jan. 27. more
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To schedule a stop within 3/4 of a mile of the main route, call 253-858-7088 (option 1) 24 hours ahead.
UPDATE: New Schedule and Stops for Temporary Public Transit Between KP and Gig Harbor Until August
The Peninsula Pilot Transit Program made a few changes to improve service. more
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Double Murder on Herron Island; Suspect Arrested in Kent
Wendy Walker-Carnagey and Chad Malloy were known on the KP but new arrivals to the island community. more
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Trial Begins for Former Evergreen Elementary Teacher
Jordan Henderson faces 12 counts of child molestation, while families of his former students are suing the district. more
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KPFD’s 2026 Budget Rebounds After M&O Levy Loss, EMS Win
Voter-approved EMS levy strengthens KPFD’s finances, rebuilding key services and reversing 2025 reductions after voters failed to renew a levy in 2024. more
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Keyboard comments to officials or even strangers tend to be sharper and less productive than traditional communication.
Keyboard Warriors Getting Louder; So Are Calls for Civility
Local lawmakers say disagreement is healthy — until the dialogue turns personal. They hope civility will overcome outrage. more
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KP Fire Update: Board Meets Regarding July Altercation
Sources say an altercation among district employees led to an internal investigation and disciplinary action. more
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