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Lasso Mobile Bar is a women-owned business in South Kitsap, operating since 2025.

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Popularity of mobile bars has made its way to Kitsap

Mobile bars have become widely popular at events like weddings, private parties, and other social events across Washington…

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Upcoming Poulsbo Community Orchestra concert designed for children

The Poulsbo Community Orchestra is tuning up for one of its most joyful traditions of the year: a…

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About 400 people attended the Night to Shine event at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds Feb. 13.

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Night to Shine event brings smiles to Kitsap

Around the world on Feb. 13, communities gathered with churches to host Night to Shine, a special needs…

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Design of the Pacific Northwest Peace Pagoda, which is being built adjacent to the Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor military base.

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Buddhist peace pagoda, next to NBK-Bangor, nears completion

Expected to open in late May

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Will Grant dropped off 60 pizzas at Mary’s Place in South Lake Union Feb. 9, seen here with shelter staff.

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Acclaimed Kitsap pizza maker donates 80 pies to local organizations

All pies on Sourdough Willy.

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Supporters could purchase a ‘Pawfect Painting’ for Valentine’s Day to help donate to KHS.

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Kitsap Humane Society celebrating Valentine’s Day with animal artwork

Kitsap Humane Society is celebrating Valentine’s Day with artwork made by shelter animals, goodie boxes, love notes, and…

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Bainbridge Island comedian Dan Rosenberg performed two nights at Kitsap Mall in Silverdale Feb. 6 and 7.

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Kitsap Mall holds pop-up comedy show

On Feb. 6 and 7, Mall Comedy brought a professional pop-up comedy show to Silverdale in Kitsap Mall.…

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The Kingston Middle School Jazz Band was among 40 performing groups at the festival.

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40 bands/choirs featured at 2nd annual Quincy Square Jazz Festival

The second annual Quincy Square Jazz Festival in Bremerton was held Feb. 5 and 6, featuring performances from…

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Mr. and Mrs. E perched on a branch.

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Bald eagle pair still going strong 21 years later near PO property

Since 2005, an unexpected friendship has taken root near Tina Holmes’ Port Orchard home. Mr. and Mrs. E,…

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O’Brien is a local fiber textile artist.

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Artist turns unwanted clothing into repurposed, sustainable art

Felicity O’Brien transforms unwanted and discarded clothing and fabrics into new products through the art of weaving. She…

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Connections Project artwork, made by CKHS students, will be on display at St. Michael Medical Center in Silverdale for a year.

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CK High’s year-long art display opens at St. Michael Medical Center

19 students from Central Kitsap High School have made and donated artwork that will be part of a…

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Kitsap Regional Library releases top reads of 2025

Kitsap Regional Library has released its list of the most popular books from 2025, and while it was…

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The Bisque is located at 710 Bay Street in downtown Port Orchard.

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Local artist opens pottery studio on Bay Street

The Bisque, Port Orchard’s new pottery studio at 710 Bay Street, had its grand opening Jan. 24.

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The Leash4Lease team recently received the honor of Pet Sitter of the Year by Pet Sitters International.

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Longtime Kitsap business honored as Pet Sitter of the Year

Leash4Lease, a locally owned and operated pet sitting business serving most of Kitsap County, has received the honor…

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Caregiver of the Year award winner, Doris LaPorte, with Port Orchard Mayor Rob Putaansuu.

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PO nursing assistant named Caregiver of the Year

In recognition of her compassionate care of seniors with Alzheimer’s, cancer and other maladies, Doris LaPorte of Port…

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Navy Veteran & breast cancer survivor Maria Yuvienco hopes to inspire others with her story.

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Nonprofit helps PO Navy veteran, cancer survivor regain purpose

Port Orchard Navy veteran and breast cancer survivor, Maria Yuvienco, has recently found sports as a way to…

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Bremerton Black Market to debut at Quincy Square next spring

A celebration of African-American-led businesses will debut on Quincy Square May 2, 2026, as the Bremerton Black Market…

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Rep. Greg Nance as he crosses the Mississippi River on his record-breaking run.

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Rep. Nance breaks another record with run along Mississippi River

Representative Greg Nance (D-Bainbridge Island) of the 23rd Legislative District broke another world record this fall, once again…

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The Great Outdoors recently opened in downtown Kingston.

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New Kingston pet shop/lounge helps fund animal rescue nonprofit

You may have noticed that there have been some changes to downtown Kingston lately. One of the most…

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Washington State University Cougar Marching Band members from Kitsap County: (left to right) sophomore Owen Lindsay, of Poulsbo; junior Evelyn Zoller, of Kingston; and sophomore Siena Dougall, of Poulsbo.

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WSU marching band features students from Kitsap

When the Washington State University Cougar Marching Band took to the football field at the school’s bowl game…