Spending hours in your garden sounds like a dreamy afternoon until neck pain develops. Holding your head at odd angles to dig or pull weeds can create discomfort that lingers the rest of the day. “Prolonged forward flexion — when your head and … read more

Birds are associated with flight. All but 60 of the world’s 10,000-plus species are capable of flying. Some can only sustain flight for a short distance, while others can glide continuously for weeks. Some birds prefer other forms of transportation to flying. Ground-dwelling … read more

Jill Betts and her husband, Michael, have created a profusely planted, abundant garden on their 2.5-acre property off the Seabeck Highway. In April 2020 (at the beginning of the gardening season), she began a five-year labor of love and perhaps “obsession.” Michael Betts, … read more

Perhaps the most defining feature of the Kitsap Peninsula is the 371 glorious miles of shoreline that skirt its small towns and dense evergreen forests. In the thousands of years that humans have been settling and exploring the peninsula, water travel has been … read more

Take it slow this summer with a shareable dessert perfect for lazy days in the sun: Easy Lemon Blueberry Bars. Their tarty goodness is enhanced by sweet white chocolate chips, giving them a bit of flavor for everyone. Find more summer desserts at … read more

Roots run so deep at WillaBella Farm in Gig Harbor that they go all the way back to 1912. The unassuming farmhouse, with its fir lumber flooring and arched doorways, still stands. As does the guest house, which was first a woodworking shop. … read more

The Greater Kitsap Chamber hosted the 78th Annual Armed Forces Day Parade in downtown Bremerton, presented by Kitsap Credit Union. The streets of Bremerton were lined with locals and visitors alike who came to enjoy this annual event honoring our local military community. … read more

If you’re in a tight spot for a last-minute potluck barbecue, don’t just throw together any salad. This Queso Cheese Corn Salad features a zesty homemade dressing and a salad base with a bit of heat (if you dare). Discover more cookout recipes … read more

A native of North Bend, Lynn Braun always had a fascination with horses. But it wasn’t until decades later, after she discovered Horse Harbor Foundation — a horse rescue sanctuary and riding facility in Poulsbo — that her lifelong interest blossomed into an … read more