Jury finds former elementary school teacher guilty of molesting former students
Jan 05, 2026 | By: Vince DiceJurors found Jordan Roy Henderson guilty of abusing his students at the school in Lakebay. Sentencing is scheduled for April.
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Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Officers arrest man found smoking drugs with baby in back seat
Dec 18, 2025 | By: Vince DiceAlso in this blotter, federal charges for post office burglars, a shoplifter with bad timing and more.
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Trial of former teacher accused of child molestation begins
Dec 15, 2025 | By: Christina T HenryThe trial of Jordan Roy Henderson, who is accused of sexually assaulting four girls in his classes at Evergreen Elementary, began this month.
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County Council plans to meet Sheriff’s Department staffing request once union negotiations wrap up
Dec 10, 2025 | By: Carolyn BickThe council did not fund any new deputy positions, but it plans to once the county and the deputies guild agree on a new contract.
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Washington Way program aims to make corrections centers healthier for everyone
Nov 25, 2025 | By: Marsha HartThe old way resulted in chronic health problems for staff and worse outcomes for inmates. The Washington Corrections Center for Women is trying a new way.
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Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Passer-by makes off with dropped cash
Nov 20, 2025 | By: Vince DiceThe man was carrying $300 in cash in a money clip in his back pocket.
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Police investigate scuffle at Let’s Go Washington rally
Nov 18, 2025 | By: Vince DiceTwo men say security at the rally barred them from attending, while people involved trade allegations of assault.
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Medical care at jails gets more expensive as contractors pull out of Washington state
Nov 05, 2025 | By: Conor WilsonJails routinely get only one or two contract bids because the handful of companies that provide such services are leery of insurance costs and legal liabilities.
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Gig Harbor Police Blotter | Drive-by eggings plague Gig Harbor
Oct 30, 2025 | By: Vince DiceEditor’s note: The Blotter is written based on information provided by Gig Harbor Police , Gig Harbor Fire & Medic One and the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office. Gig Harbor police arrested three teenagers who wreaked havoc around the area on Oct. 22, throwing eggs at several vehicles before crashing a car into a light pole. The trio of troublemakers were also involved
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‘Washington needs more’ programs like this one, auditor’s report finds
Oct 27, 2025 | By: Conor WilsonCARES programs connect people who called 911 with services and support to minimize the likelihood of them needing to go the ER again.
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