Model Tested: 2019 Acura MDX AWD A-SPEC Engine:3.5-liter V-6, 290-horsepower, 267 lb-ft torque Transmission: 9-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 19-mpg city, 25-mpg highway, 21-mpg combined Base Price: $54,800 As Tested: $56,195 Performance: Good fuel economy for its size—our best was 25.2-mpg highway … read more

As societal trends move away from accumulating dust catchers and personal possessions, gifts of experiences and consumables become more appreciated. Fall and winter also bring attention indoors to warm and cozy kitchens fragrant with aromas of good things to eat. Those who love … read more

Model Tested: 2019 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring AWD Engine:2.5-liter turbo I-4, 227-horsepower, 310 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatictransmission, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 19-mpg city, 25-mpg highway, 21-mpg combined Base Price: $42,640 As Tested: $45,455 Performance: Good performance considering size and only four-cylinder engine Noticeably … read more

Model Tested: 2018 Kia Stinger GT RWD Engine:3.3-liter V-6, 365-horsepower, 376 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatictransmission, rear-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 19-mpg city, 25-mpg highway, 21-mpg combined Base Price: $38,350 As Tested: $39,250 Performance: Impressive acceleration from twin turbo V-6 Sport mode really livens performance … read more

In December 2018, Bainbridge Performing Arts takes you down the yellow brick road in a live-stage performance of beloved classic “The Wizard of Oz,” Dec. 7-22. It’s just like you’ve seen the story on the silver screen: Dorothy thinks she is lost forever … read more

Model Tested: 2019 Honda Insight Touring Hybrid Engine:1.5-liter I-4 plus electric motor, 151-horsepower, 197 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatictransmission, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 51-mpg city, 45-mpg highway, 48-mpg combined Base Price: $28,090 As Tested: $28,985 Performance: Acceleration boosted with electric motor Eco Assist mode … read more

For many West Sound families, the holiday season officially begins with Magical Strings’ annual Celtic Yuletide concert. Magical Strings is an internationally known musical family centered on the Celtic harp and hammered dulcimer of Olalla residents Philip and Pam Boulding. During the holidays … read more

The skies may be gray this time of year, but the cities and towns around the Kitsap Peninsula region are glowing with bright-colored lights, festive window displays and lots of holiday cheer to share with visiting family and friends. November events kick off … read more

The fun, festive activities during the holiday season make it a favorite time of year for many people. At the risk of sounding like a Grinch, though, all that festivity can lead to unintentional safety hazards. For example, some 30 percent of all … read more