Marsha Hart

Marsha Hart is a journalist who holds degrees in Communication and Psychology from East Tennessee State University. She moved to the area after working for several weekly and daily newspapers, including the Sacramento Bee. She has worked as a reporter and editor covering news, sports, real estate, and features. She enjoys a good book, a scenic hike, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.

Suicide prevention coalition works to remove stigma around mental health

Sep 21, 2023

Editor’s note: This story deals with mental health issues, including suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Suicide has been

Domestic violence: Navigating the legal system

Sep 14, 2023

Editor’s Note: This is the final installment in our four-part series on services for victims of abuse and violence in Pierce County. Previous stories include: One woman’s story of escaping

Domestic violence: Resources available for survivors, including help for specific communities

Sep 07, 2023

Editor’s Note: This is the third in a four-part series on services for victims of abuse and violence in Pierce County. Other stories include:  One woman’s story of escaping an

Domestic Violence: Crystal Judson Center, created in the wake of a tragedy, offers hope to victims

Aug 31, 2023

Editor’s Note: This is the second in a four-part series on services for victims of abuse and violence in Pierce County. Other stories include:  One woman’s story of escaping an

Domestic violence: One woman’s story of escaping an abusive partner

Aug 24, 2023

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a four-part series on services for victims of abuse and violence in Pierce County. Subsequent stories include: Inside the Crystal Judson Family Justice

Business Spotlight: Perfectly Preemie provides outfits for the tiniest humans

Jul 24, 2023

Dressing a newborn in their first outfit is a milestone experience for new parents. But when the newborn is premature, that first outfit is really special. Cressie Baerg, owner of

More Peninsula students earn varsity community service letters than ever before

Jun 26, 2023

A record number of high school students in the Peninsula School District earned varsity letters in community service this school year. Sixty-four students spent a minimum of 100 hours helping

Hugh McMillan gave a damn, and so should you

Jun 19, 2023

If we live long enough, some of us will have the chance to reinvent ourselves, and live several lives before we die. Hugh McMillan was one of those people. Most

Work could begin soon on three Habitat for Humanity homes off Canterwood

Jun 13, 2023

In 2010, Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity bought 1.2 acres of land near St. Anthony Hospital in Gig Harbor. The nonprofit planned to build affordable housing for local families on

Hospice chaplain helps patients find peace

May 15, 2023

When Pierre Allegre joined the United States Air Force 23 years ago, he had a master’s degree in divinity. He worked for 23 years as an Air Force chaplain. Allegre