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Local Teacher Arrested on Suspicion of Child Molestation
Fifth-grade Evergreen Elementary School teacher Jordan Henderson was arrested by Pierce County Sheriff deputies on suspicion of child molestation. He was charged with nine counts of first-degree child molestation. more
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Sex Offender Caught at Peninsula High School Sentenced to Prison
Adam Nicholas Randolph was sentenced to 50 months in prison and five years of supervision after pleading guilty to sneaking into PHS girls bathroom to take pictures and record videos of girls. more
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New and Familiar Candidates Join Contest for 26th LD Election
Former state representative Jesse Young (R-Gig Harbor) and newcomer Josh Smith (I-Gig Harbor) announced candidacies to compete in the 26th Legislative District for positions 1 and 2 respectively. more
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Tom Bates and his Ukrainian cat, Bob Reznick, whom he rescued from Kharkiv last fall and is now living comfortably in Lakebay.
Local Animal Rescuer Tom Bates Returns to Ukraine Fourth Time
Tom Bates of Lakebay is headed back to Ukraine for three more months of moving food and supplies to people near the front and evacuating injured or abandoned animals. more
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Why is Cell Service So Bad on the KP? Some Help is Coming
Spotty cell coverage across portions of the Key Peninsula has left some homeowners dependent on sometimes even less reliable landlines. Residents may well wonder why it is so bad and what can be done about it. more
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The color guard at work in 2022.
Aisle of Honor is a Memorial Weekend Tradition at Vaughn Bay Cemetery
The Aisle of Honor event pays tribute to American heroes with hundreds of flags installed for a patriotic tradition honored by the Key Peninsula community for over three decades. more
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Property for sale at Lake Kathryn Village in Wauna.
KP Commercial Real Estate Can Be a Tough Sell for Now
Business potential on the Key Peninsula stalls despite high traffic. Challenges and opportunities are both on the horizon for commercial real estate on the KP. more
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The local office at the KP Civic Center has already been closed for some time.
Children’s Home Society/Akin Leaves KP After 30-Plus Years
The Children’s Home Society of Washington-Key Peninsula Family Resource Center said it will vacate its office at the KP Civic Center after more than 30 years on the KP. more
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Peninsula High School Boys Lacrosse Co-Captains Elliot Gillam and Robby Akulschin during practice. FILE PHOTO
Tides Take Bragging Rights With Baggataway Bowl Win
Gig Harbor Lacrosse brings home the Fire Stick Trophy for the first time since 2016. more
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Dee Dee Kerkes
Dee Dee Kerkes of Home died April 17. She was 75 years old. more
Creative landscaping can help provide easy access for maintenance and inspections.
DIY Septic Certifications on the Way for KP Homeowners
Pierce County may someday teach you how to inspect your own septic system. The hope is to increase compliance by lowering costs. more
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Rates Down, Bills Up, Levies Mostly Steady
It’s that time of the year again. While tax rates are lower on the Key Peninsula, the price is higher. more
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Pierce County Sheriff’s Dept. Deputy Nathan Betts and KP Citizens Against Crime Chair Melody Williams are working to connect neighborhood watch groups to strengthen overall community safety.
KP Citizens Against Crime Transitions to Public Safety
The Key Peninsula Citizens Against Crime has transformed from a standalone group to a committee of the Key Peninsula Community Council with a new name - the Public Safety Committee. more
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Students Fight Racism at Peninsula and Gig Harbor High Schools
Two student groups at Peninsula and Gig Harbor High Schools have formed to push back against what they call a complacent and at times hostile environment. more
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There was time for sharing knowledge, history and wisdom during a tour with Great Peninsula Conservancy leadership and neighboring forest owners.
Great Peninsula Conservancy Expands Filucy Bay Preserve by 55 Acres
Four parcels donated to Great Peninsula Conservancy extend the preserve to the Pitt Passage shoreline. more
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Evergreen Elementary School Teacher Put on Leave
A teacher at Evergreen Elementary School was put on administrative leave by the Peninsula School District in early March after allegations of “misconduct toward students. more
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The one-car rollover accident blocked KP Highway NW in both directions for 45 minutes.
Alleged DUI Accident Blocks KP Highway During Commute
A rollover car accident at approximately 5:15 p.m. March 5 blocked the Key Peninsula Highway in both directions just north of Key Center for 45 minutes, leading to substantial traffic at a busy hour. more
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Key Peninsula Fire Commissioner Frank Grubaugh.
Longest-Serving KPFD Commissioner Frank Grubaugh Resigns
Key Peninsula Fire Board Commissioner Frank Grubaugh, 78, announced his resignation effective immediately at the end of the commissioners meeting March 12. more
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The 4WD mini pumper should be well-suited to KP terrain.
KPFD Gears up for More Rescues on Land and Sea
The Key Peninsula Fire Department added two pieces of equipment in early February, beefing up its rescue arsenal. The new mini-pumper is a small fire engine that is less expensive to purchase … more
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One and Done for Rep. Spencer Hutchins (26th LD)
Rep. Spencer Hutchins (R-Gig Harbor) announced his decision not to seek a second term serving the 26th LD in the state House of Representatives in a press release Feb. 6. more
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