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Featured Articles from the West Sound. These are the highlighted articles from WestSound Magazine.

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Asparagus with Cranberry Sauce
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A Sweet, Savory, Simple Holiday Side Dish

No matter what your main course looks like at the holidays, this Asparagus with Cranberry Sauce offers a sweet yet savory complement. Plus, the surprise pop of flavor and color are perfect for a festive tablescape. Find more easy holiday recipes at Culinary.net. … read more

Left to right: Betty, sister; Elma, sister; Harry, brother; George, founder; Harold Minder, brother; Jim Minder, brother Photo taken at Minder Meats/Silverdale Co-Op, 1959

Minder Meats

  Minder Meats, a meat market in Bremerton, was first opened in Kitsap County in 1943 during World War II. It has gone through four generations of family management, with James Minder Carlson as the current owner. He explains that it was his … read more

The Sip
The Sip

A Guide to Sparkling Wine

Sparkling wine has a storied history that goes back centuries, beginning as a fortunate accident when winemakers discovered that some of their wines continued to ferment in the bottle, creating effervescent bubbles. From its humble beginnings, sparkling wine has evolved into one of … read more

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Christmas Cranberry Punch
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Recipe for Christmas Cranberry Punch

This time of year is all about food and sweet desserts, but don’t forget to quench guests’ thirst with a seasonal sip. This Christmas Cranberry Punch offers a slightly less sweet take on traditional punch so you can add a touch of tart … read more

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Great Peninsula Conservancy Executive Director Nate Daniel explaining tree rings with Land Labs students
Nonprofit Spotlight

The Russell Family Foundation

Nonprofit Spotlight Washington state is gifted with almost 45,000 registered and legit not-for-profit organizations. Their missions are wide ranging, but all attempt to address a significant community need, often relying completely on donor funding and an active cadre of community volunteers to do … read more

2024 Ford Bronco
Behind the Wheel

2024 Ford Bronco — A Real-Life Hot Wheels SUV for Adults

Model tested: 2024 Ford Bronco Big Bend 4-door 4×4 Engine: 2.3-liter Ecoboost I-4 Transmission: 10-speed automatic, four-wheel drive Horsepower: 300 (premium fuel) Torque: 325 lb.-ft. EPA ratings (mpg): 18/ city, 17/highway, 18/combined Base price: $40,370 As tested: $55,415 Overview: Ford revived the legendary … read more

Chalet in the Woods

A Personal Shopping Experience in a Peaceful Setting

Driving on winding, two-lane roads lined with large fir trees, past several small farms, the journey sets the mood for a visit to Chalet in the Woods, a peaceful and unique gift shop in Gig Harbor. The driveway is lined with long-established hydrangea … read more

A male Eurasian wigeon in the grass shows his trademark rusty head.

Watching for Wandering Wigeons

Birders love a good chase. Not in the literal sense, but in going to a selected spot with the optics and waiting patiently for a particular bird to appear. Birds that have wandered out of their typical range are known as rare birds … read more

Community Scene - Community Partnerships
Community Scene

Community Partnerships for a Good Cause

Local chocolatier L’Atelier TR has formed a partnership with Rebuilding Hope, Kitsap County’s designated service provider for victims of sexual assault. A community-based nonprofit organization, Rebuilding Hope provides advocacy and therapy to survivors of sexual assault and abuse, as well as prevention education … read more

Pony Up Rescue for Equines
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