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Candidates for House Position 1 in the 26th District include incumbent Adison Richards, Democrat Natalie Bornfleth and Republican David Olson.
Read More about Two candidates aim to unseat freshman incumbent in 26th District Position 1 race
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.
Read More about Pierce County Council candidates offer views on law enforcement funding, growth and more
The 2026 primary election is Aug. 4. These races will appear on ballots for Gig Harbor voters.
Read More about Primary election ballots due Tuesday
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.
Read More about Charter Review Commission sends seven proposals to voters
Design and permitting work on a Cushman Trail extension remain low on the priority list, because finding funding for it could be difficult.
Read More about City Council approves updated transportation plan
Construction crews are at work on the Burnham Apartments, which is expected to bring six new buildings and 78 units to a 4.32-acre property on Burnham north of Harborview Drive.
Read More about From Conan Fuel to “condo quality” dwellings: new apartments to rise on Burnham Drive
The partnership proposal would expand access to swimming programs and could give city residents a leg up on registering for PenMet activities.
Read More about PenMet pitches partnership plan with city
The update increases buffer zones around wetlands and affect 380 acres of developable land.
Read More about City Council approves critical areas code updates
Gig Harbor’s lobbyist said the city may need to scale back its expectations for receiving funds from the state, which faces a budget crunch that could feel like the Great Recession for municipalities.
Read More about Near-term financial outlook for cities ‘rough’ and comparable to Great Recession
Pierce County’s Unified Regional Approach to Homelessness (URA), is a voluntary, county-led plan to address homelessness.
Read More about Gig Harbor may join Pierce County-led plan to tackle homelessness