It’s that time of year again: You feel the tickle in the back of your throat, think you’re coming down with something, and visit the local urgent care. They ask for a copay, and you pay it. But have you given any thought to how you pay for medical expenses? Enter the health savings account. […]
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A Timeless Dream of Home
This home grew from humble beginnings. The lady of the manor says her husband is a man of vision who has infinite energy from his excitement about life. They began their marriage in a tiny, 750-square-foot home in Puyallup, with the garage serving as the man’s office. Their first son was brought home to this […]
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Collective Visions Gallery — Hosting the 17th Annual Juried Show
The Collective Visions Gallery in Bremerton will host its 17th Annual Juried Show starting Jan. 13. This is one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest and most prestigious shows, featuring artists from across Washington state. Greg Robinson, chief curator of the Bainbridge Island Art Museum, will jury this year’s show. In total, more than $10,000 in […]
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How to Ensure Success for Your New Year’s Resolutions
Three-quarters of Americans were planning to enjoy the end of the year and not worry about their diet — up from just half last year — according to a new survey. Results of a recently released survey by Herbalife, a global health and wellness company, revealed that 72% of the 2,000 Americans surveyed wanted to […]
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Breaking Down the Barriers to Affordable Home Ownership
More than 275,000 people call the Kitsap Peninsula home. Some of them were born here. Others were stationed here. Still others moved here to enjoy our beautiful waterfront views. And our population continues to grow. Like the rest of Washington, population growth brings challenges, including increased housing prices and greater competition for the limited supply […]
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Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Shopping small could be a good call for Christmas. You’ll find wonderful stores across West Sound — Bainbridge Island, Poulsbo, Silverdale, Bremerton, Port Orchard and Gig Harbor. We feature 20 small businesses. We hope this gift guide will help you find the right gifts for your friends and family while supporting small businesses. Of course, […]
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Christmas Collecting is a Family Tradition
Denise Harris and Margot Amestoy live on Bainbridge Island and collect Christmas treasures to decorate their homes. In addition to both of them being Christmas collectors, Harris and Amestoy are cousins and best friends. “She [Amestoy] was my best friend from birth,” says Harris, explaining that their mothers were best friends. “She was there the […]
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How to Be a Philanthropist When Money is Tight
While contributing to a worthwhile cause is a common aspiration, actually doing so right now may feel unrealistic if you’re struggling with your own finances. According to an April 2023 Gallup study, 61% of U.S. adults said recent price increases have caused financial hardship for their household. This is up from 55% in November 2022, […]
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Key HVAC Terminology You Need to Know
As fluctuating temperatures become the new seasonal norm, homeowners begin to seek optimal HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) performance. Many may be surprised to learn their HVAC system should be inspected yearly, as HVAC maintenance is a crucial to-do in order to maintain efficient heating and cooling, prevent costly breakdowns and ensure consistent indoor […]