Charlee Glock-Jackson

Freelance writer Charlee Glock-Jackson was the primary reporter for the weekly Gig Harbor Life until it folded in 2018. She is the founder of the Olalla Bluegrass & Beyond Festival and the caretaker of an enchanted Olalla forest that's been in her family nearly 70 years.

Katelyn Gillespie overcame autism, found success at Henderson Bay

May 12, 2023

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. The students will be honored during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Katelyn Gillespie School: Henderson Bay High School Category: Overcoming Adversity

Kate Harper thrives on stage, both musical and theater

May 12, 2023

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. The students will be honored during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Kate Harper School: Gig Harbor High School Category: Music, Art

Josie Behrens’ passion is giving back to the community

May 12, 2023

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. The students will be honored during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Josie Behrens School: Peninsula High School Category: Community Service Achievement

Hailey Ruckle overcame mental health challenges to star on the diamond

May 12, 2023

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. The students will be honored during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Hailey Ruckle School: Henderson Bay High School Category: Athletic Achievement

Hannah Lee succeeds in the long run

May 12, 2023

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. The students will be honored during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Hannah Lee School: Peninsula High School Category: Athletic Achievement Hannah

Grady Johnson tackled a number of leadership roles

May 12, 2023

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. The students will be honored during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Grady Johnson School: Peninsula High School Category: Academic Achievement Grady

Elliott Strachan balances academics, athletics and music

May 12, 2023

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. The students will be honored during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Elliott Strachan School: Gig Harbor High School Category: Science &

Ellah Sundell finds inspiration in music

May 12, 2023

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. The students will be honored during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Ellah Sundell School: Gig Harbor High School Category: Music, Art

Eliana Dietrich already making her mark as a researcher

May 12, 2023

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. The students will be honored during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Eliana Dietrich School: Gig Harbor High School Category: Academic Achievement

Evanté Heming rose above tough times with help from music

May 12, 2023

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the Students of Distinction being honored by the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation. The students will be honored during a banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Evanté Heming School: Peninsula High School Category: Overcoming Adversity Evanté