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Former Bremerton High assistant football coach Joe Kennedy was placed on paid leave in 2015 following a dispute with Bremerton School District over his leading prayer sessions at the 50-yard line following games.

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Supreme Court rules in favor of former Bremerton football coach

High court’s 6-3 decision states Joe Kennedy was terminated without justification

Former Bremerton High assistant football coach’s six-year battle leading up to the Supreme Court ends with a decision in his favor over religious freedom issues. (First Liberty Institute photo)

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Prayers answered: Coach wins in Supreme Court

Bremerton football coach prevails in a 6-3 court decision

Motorcyclists weave through each other during a pre-parade demonstration. Elisha Meyer/Port Orchard Independent Photos

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Fathoms parade winners announced

The annual Fathoms O’ Fun Festival returned to the streets of Port Orchard for the first time since…

Applesauce from South Kitsap High lunchroom

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Changes in free summer lunch program upset some

A popular food program is making its return to the South Kitsap School District this summer, but some…

Downtown Port Orchard. Courtesy Photo

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Funding advances for Port Orchard downtown revitalization

The House Appropriations Committee has advanced new funding championed by U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer to support the reconstruction…

Firework cakes with prices attached, Elisha Meyer/Port Orchard Independent

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Fizzle or boom on fireworks with higher costs?

Fourth of July celebrations in Kitsap County are getting back to pre-pandemic levels, but firework vendors are feeling…

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Obituaries

Henry Moen

March 16, 1924 - April 20, 2022

The South Kitsap Community Pool’s roof is being replaced, according to officials. (SKSD photo)

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Modernization of South Kitsap Community Pool is on schedule

Opening date is fall 2023

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Opinion

Spyder bikes, childhood summer hikes are a relic of the past

Columnist Tom Purcell reminisces

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Vote for the Best of North Kitsap

It’s time again to vote for the Best of North Kitsap!

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Vote for the Best of South Kitsap

It’s time again to vote for the Best of South Kitsap!

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Sports

Why Seattle is a perfect spot for 2026 World Cup

Seattle is one of 16 locations in North America to host the 2026 World Cup. It is one…

Opinion

Jan. 6 public hearings aren’t changing minds

Jan. 6 public hearings aren’t changing minds

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center has expanded its services and is now located at College Marketplace in Poulsbo. Courtesy Photo

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Poulsbo animal hospital moves, expands services

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center, formerly known as Animal Emergency & Trauma Center, recently opened its new veterinary…

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Phyllis Crooks

December 27th, 1925 - March 28th, 2022

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Erline Wade Reha

December 4, 1941 - June 1, 2021

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David F. Sheldon

February 2, 1929 - June 2, 2022

The Timber Run sign inside the apartment property. Elisha Meyer/Port Orchard Independent Photos

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Rent hike could leave some homeless

Some residents at a Port Orchard apartment complex are scrambling to find new places to live after receiving…

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Toddler survives fentanyl overdose; mom arrested

Poulsbo child, 2, is alert; long-term effects unknown

David Musselman worked as a security guard and in customer service for the Seattle Seahawks for nearly seven seasons. Courtesy Photos

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Poulsbo firefighter’s path to Seahawks security

First in a series on locals involved with professional sports