Before we dive into how we can enjoy everything that Kitsap’s ports have to offer, let’s take a quick step back and ask — what are ports? At a high level, ports are traditionally places where vessels dock and passengers and cargo are loaded and unloaded. Once upon a time, Kitsap was a maritime community […]
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Featured Articles from the West Sound. These are the highlighted articles from WestSound Magazine.
Posted inThe Garden
Jeannie Kay O’Reilly’s Indianola Secret
In the fall of 2021, Jeannie Kay O’Reilly was seeking a place of renewal. She found the perfect location in Indianola, but the lot was mostly lawn. While there was a terrific view of Miller Bay, the longed-for flowers and planted garden beds were lacking. She was “mostly retired” and was looking for a space […]
Posted inPeople & Places
Kitsap Building Association Auction & Gala
Iron & Elegance was the theme of this highly successful KBA event hosted at the Kitsap Golf & Country Club. The event included a reception, silent auction and a sumptuous dinner. A delightful dessert dash offered culinary delights. “Raise the paddle” donated generously to the 501(c)3 Builder Grant Program — aiding aspiring building professionals. The […]
Posted inAt Home
Easy Pasta Salad
Some summertime dishes are just too good to be true. This Easy Pasta Salad is simple enough to become a favorite side and filling enough to serve as a light main course. Enjoy more warm weather recipes by visiting Culinary.net. Easy Pasta Salad Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy“ Serving: 4-6 Ingredients: Instructions: Cook pasta according […]
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What 100% Grass-Fed Organic Dairy Brings to Your Table
It’s no secret that many grocery store dairy sections are filled with more options today. One choice continuing to gain favor with consumers is 100% grass-fed organic dairy. Nutrition, environmental awareness and animal care are some of the leading reasons consumers choose grass-fed dairy products. Globally, the 100% grass-fed dairy market is projected to continue […]
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Trends From the 2025 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show
In February, the Las Vegas Convention Center was the site of Design and Construction Week, a combined trade show of the National Association of Home Builders International Builders Show and the National Kitchen and Bath Association’s Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. The combined shows covered 1.2 million total square feet of indoor and outdoor display […]
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Rosé Roundup
As the first warm days of summer unfold across West Sound, a certain shade of pink begins to fill our glasses. Rosé season has arrived. This beloved wine, with its refreshing crispness and versatile pairing potential, is the quintessential sip for sun-soaked afternoons and breezy evenings. But what exactly is rosé, and why has it […]
Posted inGardeners Corner
Top 10 Annual Seeds to Sow This Spring to Make Your Garden and Containers Flowery
Do you want to make your garden or container plantings really flowery this year? If so, try adding some easy-to-grow annual seeds to your spring shopping list. Annuals are plants that complete their whole lifecycle in one growing season. You can either plant the seeds directly outside or start them inside in little pots. Over […]
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Dahlia Combinations for Gardens and Bouquets
Dahlias come in various colors, shapes and sizes, making them easy to include in any garden, container and bouquet. Grow them in their own dedicated space, mix them with other flowers or plant a few at the end of the vegetable garden. Consider including different varieties of dahlias for added interest and beauty in the […]
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