The Passing of the Torch
The holiday issue has always been a mainstay for WestSound Magazine, and this issue is significant in two ways. This is our 20th anniversary, thanks to the many people who believed Kitsap deserved its own lifestyle magazine. Teri Hern and Linna Lawrence were instrumental in the beginning, while Peg Tillery jumped onto the gardening aspect. Our very first advertiser was Kitsap Bank. The first home writer was Wendy Tweten. Our guiding light editor was Rodika Tollefson.
Secondly, it’s time for me to pass the torch. I was involved in a car accident, which has temporarily taken the wind out of my sails. WestSound will become part of Josh Dunn’s Premier Media Group (PMG). PMG publishes 425, 425 Business, South Sound Magazine, South Sound Business and a host of others. It will be an exciting time for WestSound Magazine with the boost PMG can provide.
Lary and I have known Josh Dunn for years. Josh is a smart, professional, forward-thinking man who will lead WestSound Magazine to the next level. The production staff you know and love, Kris Lively and Greg Piper, will remain. I couldn’t have published WestSound Magazine without them. They are the true believers.
WestSound will still be active in all the community organizations, including Kitsap Building Association, National Kitchen & Bath Association, Kitsap Economic Development Alliance, Kitsap Community Foundation and the chambers of commerce, among others.
It’s time for me to retire. Bryce and I will still be back to visit. We have so many great friends in Washington. I have remodeled a home in Alabama, near friends and relatives, and I will be enjoying the sunshine!
I look forward to seeing the exciting changes to come for WestSound Magazine.
With so much gratitude.
