The dove is a universal symbol of peace. Though few doves are naturally white, rock pigeons are sometimes bred to have white coloration, thus mistakenly referred to as white doves. Members of the Columbidae family, pigeons and doves are close relatives that share … read more

New homeowners often discover that wood decks and fences require more maintenance than expected. Without a clear guide, it’s easy to make mistakes. Caleb Roth, the founder and CEO of Restorative Industries — the parent company of a vertically integrated ecosystem of wood … read more

There is a small bit of paradise in Indianola. The garden of Dalreen and Alan Quyn is planted abundantly with flowering plants from one border of the property to the other. Not a square inch of bare ground can be seen from February … read more

The Kitsap County Medical Society’s event featured a Honky Tonk Nashville theme. The gala served up Southern grub family style, offered moonshine tastings, brought in great country bands enticing everyone to line dance. The event raised funds to benefit KCMS’ AED Cardiovascular Heart … read more

Most people know that Washington became formally recognized as a state in 1889 and members of the Puyallup, Skokomish and Suquamish tribes had thriving communities in and around the Kitsap Peninsula for thousands of years prior to immigrant settlement. Yet, how many people … read more

On Big Valley Road in Poulsbo, there’s a beautiful, blue farmhouse that sits on nearly 100 acres of land. Driving there in itself is a treat for the senses, but the property evokes an instant feeling of ahhh. Behind the farmhouse is a … read more

Mixed-media artists incorporate a variety of items in their pieces, though most focus on paint, textiles and occasionally other natural materials. But Port Orchard resident Dawnell Vaughn-Bundrant not only uses paint and trinkets such as earrings, tiny gears and photographs, but has found … read more

Shade can be a problem for many gardeners, especially if one desires sun-loving perennials or roses. Dortha Murker has created a spark of light and joy in a deeply shaded garden. Located at the terminus of a dead-end street near Lake Symington, her … read more

Ask a room full of craft beer lovers which style reigns supreme, and odds are good the majority will say one word: IPA. Short for India (or Indian) pale ale, this iconic style traces its origins back to 18th-century England, when brewers added … read more