Model Tested: 2022 Honda Civic 1.5T Hatchback Sport Touring Engine: 1.5-liter turbocharged I-4, 180 horsepower and 177 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed manual, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 28-mpg city, 37-mpg highway, 31-mpg combined Base Price: $29,400 As Tested: $30,810 Performance: Peppy performance Minimal turbo lag … read more

Model Tested: 2022 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off Road Engine: 2.5-liter I-4, 203 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 25-mpg city, 32-mpg highway, 28-mpg combined Base Price: $36,455 As Tested: $40,460 Performance: Agile, capable off-road features Good fuel economy—our … read more

The Hidden Life of Trees: The Illustrated Edition Author Peter Wohlleben “As a rule, friendships that extend to looking after stumps can be established only in undisturbed forests.” Trees equipped with warning systems? Forests with a vast communication network underground? Is there a … read more

From hearty stews to minty pies, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are all about enjoying the flavors of the holiday. Whether you’re cooking up a full meal or simply serving appetizers, this Irish Potato Bread makes for a simple, tasty snack to feed your … read more

Bushel & Barrel Ciderhouse is Kitsap County’s first and only cidery. It’s more than a place to gather and have a pint of cider. In the year since its opening, Bushel & Barrel has become a community hub, hosting events and local meet-up … read more

Few things are more important to older adults than their independence — being able to do what they’d like when they’d like. But independence can be fleeting. Something unexpected, like a fall, can change everything. That’s why it’s important for older adults and … read more

The pandemic gave rise to a variety of hobbies, and one of them was houseplants. A survey of 1,250 American adults by Trees.com found that 1 in 4 plant owners started collecting houseplants as a pandemic hobby. Among this group, Gen Zers were … read more

The kitchen is a cornerstone in any home. It’s where we cook dinner and where we gather with friends and family. Everyone wants a beautiful kitchen, but remember, this is a functional space as well. Choose finishes and materials that will stay on … read more

Even if you’re not Irish, a green treat like this Luck o’ the Irish Mint Pie can get you and your guests into the festive spirit. With enough seasonal flavor to go around, this recipe makes two pies, so be sure to cut … read more