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SCHOOLS | Retiring principal looking for next adventure

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:42 PDT

Sunnyslope Elementary’s Leslie saw his career take him from coaching to Egypt

State quarterly revenue projection increases by $231 million

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:42 PDT

The June revenue forecast for Washington state government shows projected General Fund revenue increasing by $231 million compared to the previous forecast in March.

Workplace safety conference seeks nominations for lifesaving awards

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:42 PDT

Know someone who saved a life this past year? The Governor’s Industrial Safety and Health Advisory Board would like to know.The board is now accepting nominations for the 2013 Governor’s Lifesaving awards, presented to Washington state residents who saved a life these past 12 months.

SKSD Board of Directors issues open letter the the community

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:42 PDT

The South Kitsap School District Board of Directors issued an open letter to the community concerning the budget and other concerns.

South Kitsap High School scholarship winners announced

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:42 PDT

The South Kitsap High School Class of 2013 was awarded more than $3 million among 115 scholarships.

SCHOOLS | Future students may not experience same faculty as graduates

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:42 PDT

Graduates talk about opportunities they had that might not exist with teacher cuts in South Kitsap

Council hears from citizens on proposed changes

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:42 PDT

More than 30 people attended the first of two public hearings scheduled this month for citizens comments on changing the current form of government and city classification.

South Kitsap Education Association votes no confidence in the school district’s CFO

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:42 PDT

In a June 13 press release, South Kitsap Education Agency President Judy Arbogast stated that teachers in the South Kitsap School District have voted no confidence in the school district’s chief financial officer Sandy Rotella.

SKFR crews battle early morning fire

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:42 PDT

South Kitsap Fire Rescue was dispatched to a residential structure fire early this morning in the 7000 block of Ebbert Drive in Port Orchard.

South Kitsap High seniors prepare for the future

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:42 PDT

Tuesday evening saw the Tacoma Dome bombarded with people as 595 SKHS graduates and their families, as well as 10 foreign exchange students flocked to the place for the ceremony, which started on time at 7 p.m.

Village Greens Golf Course hires new golf instructor

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:43 PDT

Michael Clark may not be a golf pro, but he has a passion for golf and prides himself as a great teacher.

ATHLETE OF THE YEAR | Caballero returns to top form for Wolves

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:43 PDT

Senior, who was voted league co-MVP, will play next season at Middle Tennessee State University

ATHLETE OF THE YEAR | Broome leaves his mark in three sports

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:43 PDT

South Kitsap senior will play next season at Minot State University

SPORTS BRIEFS | Romo helps Everett capture NWAACC championship

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:43 PDT

South Kitsap graduate finished his sophomore season with .283 batting average

BASEBALL | Errors curtail Wolves’ title dreams; South Kitsap commits nine errors in 8-5 loss

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:43 PDT

Errors hindered the Wolves as Skyview survived a crazy championship game to cap their wild championship run Saturday night at Gesa Stadium, winning the first state title in program history.

TENNIS | Kailyn Skjonsby places eighth at state tournament

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:43 PDT

Despite losing her first match, South Kitsap senior Kailyn Skjonsby placed eighth during last weekend’s Class 4A state girls tennis championships in Richland.

FASTPITCH | Wolves wear out in successful state bid

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:43 PDT

South Kitsap played at sun up, sundown and most of the time when there was no sun at all Friday under the gloomy eastern Washington skies at the State 4A Fastpitch Tournament here at the Dwight Merkel Sports Complex.

Out of Write Field

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:43 PDT

Concerts on the Bay kicks off June 6 at Marina Park

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:44 PDT

The 2013 Port Orchard Concerts by the Bay kickoffs Thursday, June 6, with the band “Hook ‘Em Up” at the Port Orchard Marina Park from 6-8:30 p.m.

Beer me! Kitsap celebrates craft beer week | Kitsap Week

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:44 PDT

Hopstock puts the spotlight on local breweries — and the artists behind the brews. “Kitsap” may someday be synonymous with “microbrew” in the same way “Napa” and “Walla Walla” are synonymous with “wine.”

‘Performances at the Passage’ feature Kacey Musgraves, Vicci Martinez | Kitsap Week

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:44 PDT

Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort’s summer concert series line-up includes country singing/songwriting sensation Kacey Musgraves and Tacoma’s Vicci Martinez, a Season 1 finalist on NBC’s hit reality show, “The Voice.”

The feel of success: WRECKED the series season 2 | Kitsap Week

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:44 PDT

Local web series continues last year’s success with second season.

Gallagher brings his ‘Last Smash’ tour to The Point | Kitsap Week

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:44 PDT

Don’t forget to bring a tarp if you’re going to The Point Casino June 15.

Music store moved to new location

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:45 PDT

Mainline Music has moved. The music store opened at its new location at 702 Bay St., in the same building as The Gallery School of Music and Dance.

Kitsap Bank announces 2013 scholarship recipients

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:45 PDT

Kitsap Bank presented 14 scholarships to the sons and daughters of employees who are graduating from high school and pursuing higher education.

Nostalgis House Bakery and Deli hosting Donut Fair

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:45 PDT

Nostalgis House Bakery and Deli, 1540 Retsil Rd. SE, will host the first annual Donut Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 8. The fair is part of the store’s grand opening celebration.

State borrowers receiving $1,480 checks through settlement

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:45 PDT

Borrowers who submitted a valid foreclosure payment claim through the National Mortgage Settlement will receive a check this month for approximately $1,480, much higher than the amount of $840 first announced.

Kitsap Bank names employee of the first quarter

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:45 PDT

Kitsap Bank is pleased to announce that Jody Tanori, has been named Employee of the First Quarter of 2013.

Kitsap Bank announces Hogan, Wise as new directors

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:45 PDT

Olympic Bancorp, the parent company of Kitsap Bank added two board members — John Hogan and Robert Wise — at the annual shareholders meeting.

Bainbridge Island Museum of Art opens June 14 | Kitsap Week

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:45 PDT

Supporters are calling it a “celebration of art for the generations.”

Local libraries put fun in summer reading | Kitsap Week

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:45 PDT

Every year, Kitsap Regional Library hosts these programs to encourage children to read during summer. Readers earn prizes at the completion of 10 hours of reading.

Ideal white wines for summer outdoor living | NW Wines

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

Summer in the Pacific Northwest means spending more time outdoors and cooking with regional ingredients. This is why we keep fresh white wines in the fridge and ready to open the moment we fire up the grill.

Recognize the human-wildlife boundary | Kitsap Birding

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

Those who love wildlife and nature can’t imagine a world without animals living wild and free. But people who love wildlife can sometimes love them to death.

Idaho wines make a big comeback | NW Wines

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

Idaho’s wine industry is finally coming of age — and overcoming a haunting slight by none other than The Muppets.

The boats are back in town | Kitsap Week

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

Classic Wooden Boat Festival returns to Bainbridge Island June 15-16.

Gluten Free Foodies

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

EDITORIAL | The future is in your hands, graduates

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

Congratulations to more than 580 seniors — the South Kitsap High School Class of 2013 — who received their diplomas Tuesday night.

Should police be allowed to take DNA samples when

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

OPINION | Defining the real purpose of marriage

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

This month, the U.S. Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling on the Constitutionality of the Defense of Marriage Act as well as California’s Proposition 8, which defined marriage as a relationship between a man and a woman in their state constitution.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR | Loving for love letters

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

Every now and then you open the paper and see a letter from a child that reads, “Can you help me? I am doing a project and I need...” You smile and think, “Sure, I can do that.”

DON BRUNELL | Higher taxes, costs will send jobs out of state

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

As lawmakers scramble to fund the state budget, some legislators and interest groups are targeting tax incentives designed to attract businesses and create jobs.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Not happy with lawmaking session

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT

I’m happy to see that your lawmaking session is ending with no huge amounts of new funding via taxes being appropriated for this states bloated and failing school system.

Should gay troop leaders be allowed in the Boy Sco

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:04:46 PDT