The “lavender lifestyle” is real. Everywhere you look, people are incorporating this multifaceted plant into their daily lives: It’s seen in gardens, as well as in kitchens and décor. It’s even a special part of health and wellness routines. The texture, scent, attractiveness … read more

The pressure is on, deadlines are looming, and stress levels are nearly maxed out. Cue the pizza order, drive-through stop or late-night run for ice cream. We’ve likely all been there. Whether it’s work stress, school assignments or a meeting gone horribly wrong, … read more

Norbert and Lisa van Dam of Seattle had historical ties to the South Sound when they bought their Grapeview property. Lisa remembers summers on Treasure Island when she was a girl, and later when their children enjoyed holidays and vacation adventures there. Both … read more

Model Tested: 2020 Subaru Legacy Sport Engine: 2.5-L flat four, 182 horsepower 176 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 27-mpg city, 35-mpg highway, 30-mpg combined Base Price: $26,945 As Tested: $30,090 Performance: Legendary Subaru all-weather handling Good fuel economy—our best was 31.4-mpg … read more

Model Tested: 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack Widebody Engine:6.4-liter V-8, 485 horsepower, 475 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, rear-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 15-mpg city, 24-mpg highway, 18-mpg combined Base Price: $39,245 As Tested: $56,600 Performance: Tons of torque and horsepower Exciting exhaust under … read more

If you have not already joined one of WSU Kitsap Extension’s “Art of Science “events, you will want to put it on your list of things to do in Kitsap County. Events combine hands-on art workshops with opportunities to learn about local environmental … read more

It’s mind-boggling. China’s population is more than 1.4 billion. Yes, billion with a B. Eclipsing the United States with the 2019 population count at 330 million (India fast gaining on China with 1.3 billion). Billions of people. Where to put them all? How … read more

Such an awful color that words can hardly explain, a muddy pink or a neutral, pale purple with a gray tint. I have little idea why this outdated color was selected, only that someone referred to it as an up-and-coming trend. “Really?” I … read more

Editor’s note: This excerpt is adapted from the book “But Where Do I Put the Couch? Answers to 100 Other Home Decorating Questions” by KariAnne Wood and Melissa Michaels, published by Harvest House Publishers. Reprinted with permission. Question: I’m getting ready to move … read more