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Other events this weekend include Rattle Dem Bones, a Harbor Winds concert and more.
Read More about Harbor Happenings | More than Pink walk raises money to fight breast cancer
When was the first aeroplane built on the Peninsula, and by whom?
Read More about Gig Harbor Now and Then | Aeroplanes and dental drool
The Cultural Access proposition would increase the sales tax by 0.1% to support arts, science and history organizations.
Read More about Cultural access proposal allows city voters to decide on tax to support nonprofits
The No Kings demonstration on Saturday was the third sizable protest against the Trump administration since April at Point Fosdick and Olympic.
Read More about Photos | No Kings protest draws another large crowd
The Tides led at halftime before falling to Mount Tahoma, 27-14. Peninsula’s ground game dominated in a 45-20 win over River Ridge.
Read More about Sports Beat | Tides fall after allowing two punt return touchdowns to Mount Tahoma
Java & Clay Cafe is the kind of cozy creative space that invites folks to grab a coffee, sit down and make something beautiful.
Read More about Two in Tow & On The Go: A Day at Java & Clay Cafe
Also in today’s blotter: A shoplifter with a long history, a police impersonator and more.
Read More about Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Gig Harbor woman dies in collision in Gorst
Jeni Woock and Emily Stone serve together on the Gig Harbor City Council. Now they’re running against each other for one seat.
Read More about Gig Harbor City Council Position 3 | Incumbents face off for one post
Julie Martin, who previously served on the council for nearly a year, is the only candidate seeking the post. But Dan Wright’s name also appears on ballots.
Read More about Gig Harbor City Council Position 4 | Two names on the ballot, but only one candidate
No matter who wins the election for Position 2 on the Gig Harbor City Council, they will bring the body’s average age down some. The race for Position 2 matches Stephen McDuffie, a 36-year-old father of two who both works for and serves in the U.S. Army Reserves; against Patrick MacLeod Ammann, a 24-year-old mixed
Read More about Gig Harbor City Council Position 2 | Younger voices seek position on council