Numerous species of migratory birds breed in West Sound. Many travel thousands of miles from wintering grounds in Mexico and Central America. The later a bird arrives, the farther it has traveled. These species, called long-distance migrants, sometimes spend the nonbreeding season in … read more

Online car buying has become more popular in recent years, and it may be even more popular right now. Instead of having to go out to visit dealer lots, many car shoppers find it’s easy to look at inventory, set up test drives, … read more

It’s a three-bridge, two-island drive from Kitsap County to bucolic Marrowstone Island in Jefferson County. And only 35 minutes by car. The three bridges span bodies of water, each of them a geographic demarcation line. Hood Canal forms the boundary between Kitsap and … read more

The recent economic downturn has caused many Americans to worry about their money, but there is at least one potential bright spot: lower interest rates. For homeowners, this means that it may be time to consider refinancing your mortgage. Refinancing can give you … read more

Model Tested: 2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody Engine: 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi V8, 707 horsepower, 650 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, rear-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 12-mpg city, 21-mpg highway, 15-mpg combined Base Price: $69,645 As Tested: $80,315 Performance: Incredible acceleration—a true supercar Great sounding exhaust … read more

With summer vacations looking a little different this year, infusing new energy into playtime — and making it a family affair — can turn time at home into a fun “staycation.” Both kids and adults can quickly grow tired of the same scenery … read more

Model Tested: 2020 Subaru WRX Premium Series White Engine:2.0-liter turbocharged flat 4, 268 horsepower, 258 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed manual, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 21-mpg city, 27-mpg highway, 23-mpg combined Base Price: $29,795 As Tested: $35,259 Performance: Very athletic, nimble Impressive cornering Strong responsive … read more

“Why would you want to buy that piece of swampland?” asked the strawberry farmer when Jim and Lynn McIntyre showed interest in a plot of land he had tried to cultivate. The land was full of rocks and wet clay, and a big … read more

A distinctive and unexpected ingredient like rice vinegar is an easy way to bring far-away flavors to your favorite summer dishes. This pantry staple adds an Asian-inspired flavor to recipes of all kinds, from marinades to high-end meals. Explore a new way to … read more