Small farms are becoming a bigger enterprise. That’s especially true in Washington state, where 89 percent of farms are considered “small farms,” selling less than $250,000 annually, according to the Washington State Department of Agriculture. Yet for small and backyard farmers, connecting with consumers can be a challenge. Especially when their competitors are often big
Looking for a way to extend your St. Patrick’s Day celebration, and exercise away some of that Irish stew and Guinness at the same time? The first Shamrock’n the Harbor family fun run and walk is Saturday, March 19, along the scenic Cushman Trail in Gig Harbor. The 5K/12K run is a fundraiser for the
Fifteen Gig Harbor firefighters will participate in the annual LLS Firefighter Stairclimb to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
A westbound lane of Borgen Boulevard near Olympus Lane in Gig Harbor is closed for emergency repairs, according to a news release from the city.
Gig Harbor’s boys basketball season came to an end one win short of a trophy. The Tides lost to Mountlake Terrace 73-71 on Friday at the Tacoma Dome, ending Gig Harbor’s season with a record of 23-4. Gig Harbor led by 14 points after one quarter and 11 at the half before Mountlake Terrace rallied.
Gig Harbor boys basketball drops 65-60 decision to Rainier Beach in the quarterfinal round of the Class 3A state tournament at the Tacoma Dome.
