Tukwila’s Museum of Flight has partnered with the Peninsula School District to launch the district’s new Aviation Academy, which is designed to replicate the museum’s Aeronautical Science Pathway program. The Aviation Academy started serving students in the Gig Harbor and Key Peninsula areas in 2025. Similar to the ASP program, the PSD’s Aviation Academy provides students who finish the ASP curriculum with […]
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Running Over the Rainbow at Shamrock’n the Harbor
Get ready to hustle and jog at Shamrock’n the Harbor, a 5K and 12K family fun run in Gig Harbor on March 14. The event will take place on Cushman Trail starting at the Hollycroft Trailhead, where participants can choose between two different levels of runs. The 5K run moves toward the Tacoma Narrows Bridge […]
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Learning the Art of Boat Repair in Gig Harbor
In Washington, there are more than 250,000 boat owners, making the ability of repairing one a much sought-after skill. As part of an on-going series Gig Harbor, master boatbuilder Tom Regan is teaching those interested in learning the art of boat repair each Saturday. The program takes place at the historic Gig Harbor BoatShop where […]
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Chick-fil-A Granted Gig Harbor Location Extension
Gig Harbor’s in-the-works Chick-fil-A location might be coming a little later than expected: Gig Harbor Now reported last week that the fast-food chain has been granted more time by the city to get paperwork in for its tentative building plans. The location will be at the former Chevron location on Point Fosdick Drive. The business […]
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Russell Family Foundation Introduces Latest Jane’s Fellowship Program Cohort
Gig Harbor’s Russell Family Foundation has announced the latest cohort of this year’s Jane’s Fellowship Program. Since 2004, the Jane’s Fellowship Program has provided a year-long curriculum that seeks to uplift community-rooted leaders across Pierce County working on a wide range of local priorities and solutions, according to a release. The Russell Family Foundation, whose […]
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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. One of his main clients in real estate is Zetterberg Custom Homes & Remodeling. “I used to say the worst part about doing an open house in a […]
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Northwest Idea House 2025
A young Gig Harbor couple with three growing kids feels “blessed” to call the 2025 Northwest Idea House home. Built by Zetterberg Custom Homes, the stunning five-bedroom house is reminiscent of a mountain-vacation getaway — except it is theirs to share with family and friends year-round. HOMEOWNERS’ DESIGN WISHLIST Montana Timber Products materials Iron beams […]
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Anthony’s to Purchase Tides Tavern
In a recent announcement that has set Gig Harbor abuzz, the Kirkland seafood restaurant Anthony’s Restaurants has purchased Tides Tavern. Tides Tavern, which is owned by Dylan Stanley and was founded by his father, Peter Stanley, will be selling the 53-year-old waterfront restaurant. Purchased back in 1973, the Tavern became a spot for locals and […]
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Couple of Scoops to Soon (Soft) Serve Gig Harbor
A new ice cream and candy shop is making its way to Gig Harbor’s Olympic Village — just in time for spring and summer. Reported back in January by Gig Harbor Now, Couple of Scoops plans to open on May 1 and will be located in the space out of which GameStop used to operate. […]
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