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Featured Articles from the West Sound. These are the highlighted articles from WestSound Magazine.
Posted inCommunity News
What to Know About Peninsula Community Health Services’ New Bainbridge Island Clinic
Peninsula Community Health Services late last month opened a new behavioral health intervention clinic in downtown Winslow on Bainbridge Island. Founded in 1987, PCHS serves the Kitsap, Mason, and rural Pierce County areas. A team of 350 serves more than 40,000 patients. The new Bainbridge Island clinic will provide primary care and behavioral health services […]
Posted inCommunity News
Bremerton is Getting Taken Over by Pirates Next Month
“Pirates” are coming to Bremerton’s Quincy Square on Feb. 28 as part of the new Bremerton Pirate Festival. The festival’s organizer, Esther Chilcutt, a Kenmore resident with experience organizing events and conventions, created the event with the simple idea of bringing families and neighbors together. From there, the idea evolved into an event filled with […]
Posted inPeople & Places
Collective Visions Gallery Juried Art Show Celebrates 19 Years
It can be difficult for artists to get a foot in a gallery door. Bremerton’s Collective Visions Gallery fosters accessibility by creating a space specifically for — and run by — local artists. Featuring work from more than 25 Puget Sound artists, the Collective Visions Gallery has been part of the Bremerton community for more […]
Posted inHome
Inside a Next-Level Gig Harbor Garage
Mark Johnson is a third-generation real estate agent who dreamed of building a beautiful family home. Part of his vision featured a sweet over-the-top garage and office.
Posted inAround West Sound
The Tacoma Home + Garden Show Highlights
The annual Tacoma Home + Garden Show at the Tacoma Dome is the unofficial sign that longer spring days are around the corner. Get inspired as you meander through huge and elaborate display gardens that make you feel like you are in a secret garden. Tour model homes and plan your next kitchen and bath […]
Posted inAround West Sound
Where to Watch Seahawks vs. Rams: Best Bars, Casinos & Party Food Ideas
Do you wanna watch the Seahawks take on (and crush) the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship on Jan 25, with a legion of other fans surrounded by giant screens? Or are you hosting a party or attending one, and want some ideas on what to eat between screams? Here are some tips. Hit […]
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Run to Fight MS
The 2026 5K Fun Run for MS, organized by A2 Physical Therapy, is set for March 28 at Tacoma’s Titlow Trails. All ages are welcome to walk or run the 5K or a shorter 1 K at the fifth annual event. Proceeds benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. MS is an unpredictable disease of the […]
Posted inBlog, Community News, Featured
A Traditional Nordic Feast in Poulsbo
At Poulsbo Sons of Norway’s annual dinner on Jan. 31, lutefisk, a dried whitefish that traditionally hails from Scandinavia, is what’s on the table. For the less adventurous, meatballs, boiled potatoes, carrots, ice cream, and more are available. Adults eat for $35 and those ages 10 and younger eat for $15.
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