Studies show a link between the quality of the air inside a home and the health of the people who live there. For example, according to the American Lung Association, poor indoor air increases the likelihood that someone exposed to that air will eventually develop respiratory infections. The risks are even greater for children and […]
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Featured Articles from the West Sound. These are the highlighted articles from WestSound Magazine.
Posted inThe Garden
A Colorful Palette for Neighborhood Joy
When Cora Reuter was a little girl, her school bus passed a blooming flower garden every afternoon. “It brought me such joy,” she recalled. Middle school years were hard for her, and the garden, full of bursting colors, made her neighborhood brighter. Now, Reuter pays it forward, giving her neighbors, young and old, a happy […]
Posted inBehind The Wheel
2025 Chevrolet Equinox — Redesigned and More Refined
Model tested: 2025 Chevrolet Equinox RS AWD Engine: 1.5-liter turbocharged DOHC 4-cylinder gasoline Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Horsepower: 175 Torque: 203 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 24 mpg/city, 29/highway, 26/combined Base price: $35,000 As tested: $39,875 Overview: The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox RS AWD has been fully redesigned, and the results are a handsome, athletic-looking compact sport-utility […]
Posted inPeople & Places
KBA Peninsula Home & Remodel Expo
Whether it’s that remodel project or beautifying yard spaces — this was where homeowners’ dreams became reality. The KBA annual event offered hundreds of exhibitors showcasing a variety of products to help people find what they need to spruce up their homes inside and out. There were lots of fun activities to entertain the whole […]
Posted inAt Home
Strawberries and Cream Popcorn
When it comes to summer snacking, it’s hard to top the combination of favorite seasonal flavors. You can enjoy both the sweetness of freeze-dried strawberries and popped popcorn, a whole grain that’s 100% unprocessed with no additives, hidden ingredients or GMOs, in this three-ingredient Strawberries and Cream Popcorn recipe. Just drizzle white chocolate over popped […]
Posted inGardeners Corner
Mindful Gardening: Techniques to Release Neck Tension While You Work
Spending hours in your garden sounds like a dreamy afternoon until neck pain develops. Holding your head at odd angles to dig or pull weeds can create discomfort that lingers the rest of the day. “Prolonged forward flexion — when your head and neck bend down toward the ground — puts stress on the upper […]
Posted inPeople & Places
Exploring Nature’s Tranquility through Art and Writing
Scandinavian influences are not only part of her life but also shape the art of Anna Brones. Her mother is Swedish, and the Swedish lifestyle, culture and art are attractive to Brones and seem to be a part of her. Growing up in Vaughn, where two-lane roads are lined with fir trees and the saltwater […]
Posted inPeople & Places
Kimco Plumbing
Having a personal touch is often appreciated with businesses, and the best place to find caring and personable professionals is usually inside small, family-based businesses such as Kimco Plumbing in Poulsbo. Jessica Young, a co-owner of Kimco Plumbing along with her husband and mother, says, “We really like to build … a team that respects […]
Posted inPeople & Places
Martha & Mary Luncheon
Martha & Mary’s “Generations 2025” luncheon, a benefit event, took place at Sons of Norway Lodge in Poulsbo. A full house attended a delightful luncheon with a theme of “Bridging Generations, Enriching Lives … Together.” A silent auction was held and a circle of giving were hosted. Since COVID-19, Martha & Mary has been unable […]
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