The state is close to launching a new incentive program for commercial fleet operators to transition trucks and other vehicles to models powered by electric or hydrogen, the Washington State Standard recently reported. This spring, the Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program, also known as … read more
The housing market in December closely mirrored conditions seen in October and November, continuing a pattern of rising inventory and softening prices, the Northwest Multiple Listing Service reported late Tuesday for the 27 Washington counties in its service area. Both Pierce and Thurston … read more
The Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance has named Clare Dunis as its new executive director, Gig Harbor Now recently reported. Dunis, who starts in the role on Jan. 9, succeeds Carrianne Ekberg, who led the organization for nearly three years. An Australian who … read more
Say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026 at the Roxy in Bremerton, which is hosting its New Year’s celebrations from 7 p.m.-12 a.m. on Dec. 31. Starting the night will be a 7-9 p.m. kickoff with DJ Joe Frank at Quincy Square. … read more
Learn the art of “yes, and” at the next session of adult improv classes at Poulsbo’s Jewel Box Theatre coming Feb. 15. Hosted through March 22, the classes are reserved for those ages 18 and up and will run each Sunday 5-7 p.m. … read more
Holiday thrifting. This research subject began in early July, when the HUB thrift store offered a temporary Christmas special, bringing out a long clothes rack with lower display shelving. It was loaded for all to explore and purchase the small holiday items. Cousin … read more
Brrr, ready to kick off the new year with a cold plunge? The YMCA Camp Seymour is hosting its Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day to refreshingly kickstart 2026. Participants can safely take the plunge in the cool waters of the Puget … read more
Model tested: 2025 BMW M3 Sedan Carbon Package Engine: 3-liter turbocharged I-6 Transmission: 6-speed manual, rear-wheel drive Horsepower: 473 Torque: 406 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 16/city, 23/highway, 19/combined Base price: $76,000 As tested: $101,875 Overview: The 2025 BMW M3 sedan is a study in … read more
After a long search, the Vashon Food Bank is relocating from its Sunrise Ridge digs to a property owned by the Vashon United Methodist Church on Vashon Highway Southwest. According to the food bank’s webpage, its current location at Sunrise Ridge, which it … read more
