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.

Shelby Stordahl a soccer star, future teacher

May 16, 2022

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the 25 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 18, 2022, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Shelby Stordahl School: Gig Harbor High School Category: Athletic

Purab Saini loves reading, swimming, helping others

May 16, 2022

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the 25 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 18, 2022, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Purab Saini School: Gig Harbor High School Category: Academic

Payton Danosky founded organization to connect generations

May 16, 2022

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the 25 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 18, 2022, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Payton Danosky School: Gig Harbor High School Category: Community

Nora Poulton is aspiring actress who shines on and off stage

May 16, 2022

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the 25 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 18, 2022, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Nora Poulton School: Gig Harbor High School Category: Music,

Lukas Bock excels in sports, academics, volunteer work

May 16, 2022

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the 25 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 18, 2022, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Lukas Bock School: Peninsula High School Category: Community Service 

Lauren Wittmers is outstanding athlete and future nurse

May 16, 2022

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the 25 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 18, 2022, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Lauren Wittmers School: Peninsula High School Category: Athletic Achievement

Kylan Sonnen is strong, resilient, a good friend

May 16, 2022

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the 25 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 18, 2022, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Kylan Sonnen School: Peninsula High School Category: Overcoming Adversity

Janae Lewis is lifelong volunteer who excels in soccer, academics

May 16, 2022

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the 25 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 18, 2022, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Janae Lewis School: Peninsula High School Cateory: Community Service

Jackson Floyd lives and breathes music and theater

May 16, 2022

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the 25 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 18, 2022, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Jackson Floyd School: Gig Harbor High School Category: Music,

Isabel Dionne a shining example of resilience, perseverance

May 16, 2022

Gig Harbor Now is posting profiles of each of the 25 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 18, 2022, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Student: Isabel Dionne School: Peninsula High School Category: Overcoming Adversity