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Gig Harbor Now reporters cover community events and efforts that benefit and entertain the community.

26th District House seat draws a crowded field of candidates

May 10, 2024 | By:

Several candidates filed to run for the 26th Legislative District House of Representatives position currently held by Michelle Caldier on Friday, May 10, the final day of filing week. Caldier, running for a sixth term in Olympia, is challenged by one fellow Republican, two Democrats and an independent. All except Caldier and independent Joshua Smith

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Two in Tow & On the Go | A girl, a military base, and The 14 Names To Remember Project

May 10, 2024 | By:

The 14 Names to Remember Project is defying all the rules. Gig Harbor Now is putting on a community news exhibit featuring the stories behind the names of 14 veterans who died in World War II. The first stop will be at the Gig Harbor Civic Center, 3510 Grandview St., from May 16 through the end of June.

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Meet the 2024 Students of Distinction

May 09, 2024 | By:

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 15, 2024, at Ocean5, 5268 Point Fosdick Dr. Find links to profiles of each student below. Cami Anderson Sophie Blake MacKenzie

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Sports Beat | League track meet off to a fast start

May 09, 2024 | By:

Both local teams filled the podiums on the first day of the South Sound Conference track and field championships on May 7 in Lacey. Nine individuals and a relay team walked away with conference championship medals. Stevens wins third 100 meter title The SSC meet is divided into two days of competition. The meet resumed

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Opioid settlement funds help city reach out to those in need

May 09, 2024 | By:

Shea Smiley is the city’s Housing, Health and Human Services manager. Her position, created last year, helps aid those in need.

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In the Margins | Spring has sprung: Rely on a guide when entering gardening purgatory

May 08, 2024 | By:

How Mike Gatto and Raft Island Roses helped Chris Phillips find a sunnier disposition toward gardening — just in time for Mother’s Day.

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Wellness Wednesday | Ending the stigma: Mental Health Awareness Month

May 07, 2024 | By: Scot Fleshman

Mental health is a term that encompasses many conditions. Here are some common symptoms and treatment options.

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Alvestad, Ross, Markovich re-elected to PenLight Board

May 07, 2024 | By:

Peninsula Light members have re-elected three board members, who will each serve a three-year term. Incumbents Paul Alvestad, Debra Ross, and Nick Markovich were elected to the board, PenLight announced at its annual meeting on Monday, May 6. Members returned 4,227 of the 32,461 ballots (13.02%) PenLight mailed. The election requires a 10% quorum, said

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Harbor Happenings | Last-minute Mother’s Day shopping at Spring Market

May 07, 2024 | By:

The Spring Market, wine-related events and live music are among your options for celebrating Mother’s Day this weekend.

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Investigation faults Caldier for naming names

May 06, 2024 | By:

An inquiry alleges that state Rep. Michelle Caldier’s press release responding to an earlier investigation retaliates against staff complainants.

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