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Gig Harbor Republicans Katy Cornell and David Olson will run against freshman Democrat Adison Richards, while Democrat Renee Hernandez Greenfield challenges veteran Republican legislator Michelle Caldier Valdez.
Read More about Challengers emerge for both 26th District state representatives
The decision puts up a roadblock on plans for six new buildings on the property in rural Gig Harbor. Kensington Gardens appealed it.
Read More about Hearing examiner denies Kensington Gardens expansion
At the Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce’s annual legislative send-off, local lawmakers didn’t sound optimistic about the 2026 session that starts Monday.
Read More about Local legislators offer bleak assessment of upcoming session
2026 will bring a Peninsula School District levy request, progress on parks projects and some high-profile road projects.
Read More about 2026 is here. These are the stories we expect to be covering this year
After two terms on the council, Jeni Woock hopes to focus on her artistic ventures after leaving office.
Read More about Outgoing councilmember Woock plans to ‘unplug’ from city politics for a while
The council did not fund any new deputy positions, but it plans to once the county and the deputies guild agree on a new contract.
Read More about County Council plans to meet Sheriff’s Department staffing request once union negotiations wrap up
The patient’s prognosis is bright after two city employees, who don’t even play doctors on TV, performed emergency surgery.
Read More about City’s Christmas tree needed emergency surgery, stat
The closest race in the Gig Harbor area was a school board contest between Matthew Bruhn and Emily DuCharme. That was decided by just 190 votes.
Read More about Election certification confirms results in Nov. 5 balloting
The Gig Harbor Parks Department recommends setting aside the Masonic Lodge question for now but continuing with other aspects of a Crescent Creek Park redesign.
Read More about City staff recommends pausing Masonic Lodge plans
The old way resulted in chronic health problems for staff and worse outcomes for inmates. The Washington Corrections Center for Women is trying a new way.
Read More about Washington Way program aims to make corrections centers healthier for everyone