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Thank you, Commissioner Zabinski

Over the years there have been individuals in leadership and elected positions who have truly helped me as…

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Presidential primary politics

Every four years, the conversation starts anew on how to make this state's presidential primary meaningful in the…

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When I was cool I didn’t ask for directions

I am not going to say this is a male trait, because between me and my husband, I…

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The Petri Dish: It is Washington’s quadrennial quandary

Every four years, the conversation starts anew on how to make this state’s presidential primary meaningful in the…

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DON BRUNELL | Obama on wrong track with Alaska energy

In his State of the Union address, President Obama highlighted plunging gas prices. Ironic, since Obama has done…

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IN OUR OPINION | Port districts have a lot of influence in community life

Port districts are also on the front lines in protecting the health of our marine environment.

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Raising grandkids isn’t easy

Recently, my wife and I saw the new movie “Black or White,” which features Kevin Costner and Octavia…

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Legislative Update: Dropout prevention for at-risk youth

I serve on the Education Committee and am dedicated to improving the quality of education for all students…

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Art Commission can live again

In November 2011 the City Council, in a 5-4 vote, approved an ordinance that put the city’s 1…

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Legislative Update: Legislative session off and running

The 2015 legislative session has just begun, and we are off to an exciting start. I have been…

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My Turn: President Obama on wrong track with Alaska energy

In his State of the Union address, President Obama highlighted plunging gas prices. Ironic, since Obama has done…

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Editorial: An agreement that benefits many in Kitsap

We congratulate CHI Franciscan Health and Regence BlueShield for coming to agreement on a new contract regarding reimbursements.…

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The Petri Dish: Gas taxes, carbon pollution and public transit

The wait is nearly over. Senate Republicans, after two years of avoidance, are putting the final touches on…

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County hires new Elections Division Manager

A former South Kitsap High School graduate has been hired as manager of the Election Division of the…

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Becoming a business traveler

Some people love to travel and others, well, not so much. I fall into the category of loving…

Sen. Jan Angel

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Jan Angel: Fix it before you fund it

Did you know that 30 percent of the transportation budget is taken up by cost overruns? From Bertha…

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Take action to prevent suicide

In just one year–2014–34 lives were lost to suicide in Kitsap County alone. Already since Jan. 1 of…

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Failing business a sign of weak economy

For the first time in American history, entrepreneurship is in decline.

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Editorial: Harrison, Regence agreement would affect thousands in Kitsap County

As this editorial was being written, CHI Franciscan – parent company of Harrison Medical Center – and Regence…

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JAN ANGEL: Fix it before you fund it

Did you know that 30 percent of the transportation budget is taken up by cost overruns?