Community

Gig Harbor Now reporters cover community events and efforts that benefit and entertain the community.

Pierce County Council candidates offer views on law enforcement funding, growth and more

Jul 16, 2026 | By:

Mike Solan, Brenda Lykins and Chuck West are running for the Pierce County Council seat representing Gig Harbor. Here’s where they stand on the issues.

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WSDOT has three alternatives to fix Gorst. Two of them involve a bridge

Jul 16, 2026 | By:

The third option for Gorst would add lanes to Highway 3. But don’t hold your breath on work beginning, because the project isn’t funded.

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Warren Beach development envisions six homes on seven waterfront acres near Fox Island Bridge

Jul 15, 2026 | By:

The developer estimates that each lot in the Warren Beach development will sell for $2 million, after which buyers will select a design-build home for their site.

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Ballots for primary election arriving this week

Jul 15, 2026 | By:

The 2026 primary election is Aug. 4. These races will appear on ballots for Gig Harbor voters.

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Harbor Happenings | Art, music, Waldo and the Bard

Jul 14, 2026 | By:

The Peninsula Art League’s Summer Art Festival is this weekend. So is the Olalla Lavender Festival and much more.

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Council signals intent to join county effort to help homeless

Jul 14, 2026 | By:

Regional plan creates a coordinated response to addressing homelessness

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Olalla sculptor’s outdoor art evokes serenity

Jul 14, 2026 | By:

Sculptor Troy Pillow has found success nationwide with his outdoor art

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Gig Harbor Now and Then | Our not-so-mysterious Location of Mystery and the origins of Bay-Island

Jul 13, 2026 | By: Greg Spadoni

Two In Tow & On The Go | Low tide at Penrose Point State Park

Jul 10, 2026 | By:

Penrose Point State Park is known for having some of the best tidepools in the area at low tide.

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Charter Review Commission sends seven proposals to voters

Jul 09, 2026 | By:

The most high-profile proposal would make the position of sheriff appointed, instead of elected. Voters will decide whether to approve the change in November.

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