Search Results for: TONYA STRICKLAND

Behind the Finds | Every picture has a story

Mar 24, 2025

In their latest storytelling collaboration, Gig Harbor Now writers Tonya Strickland and Greg Spadoni launch a new series where they tell the stories behind old photographs sold at second hand stores.

14 Names to Remember | Willard Chessman

May 23, 2024

14 Names to Remember Project. Layout by Tonya Strickland. Historic graphics attributed.

Two-week lane closure on Narrows Bridge to start Oct. 24

Oct 15, 2026

The department warns that afternoon commuters “should have a full tank of gas or fully charged vehicle” during the two-week, around-the-clock closure.

Two in Tow & On The Go | Returning to Chambers Creek Regional Park

Oct 09, 2026

This story is part of a two-part feature on taking kids to Chambers Creek Regional
Park. This time, it’s all about the beach and love locks.

Gig Harbor Now and Then | Maybe this column will make you want to yell at me

Oct 04, 2026

This week, Greg Spadoni discusses the government-ordered destruction of a work of art and introduces a new location of mystery.

Gig Harbor Now and Then | Commercial fishermen wanted a new dock. For decades, governments told them, ‘go fish’

Sep 21, 2026

The city announced plans to build a commercial fishing homeport 14 years ago. But the fleet has been waiting much longer than that.

Two In Tow & On The Go: Three more days of water slides

Sep 04, 2026

There are some family outings you do because they’re new, some because they’re nearby and some because the kids have been asking approximately 47 times. Our family goes to Wild Waves Theme & Water Park in Federal Way for the third reason. And also because our annual summer trip there with our Seattle friends is

Two in Tow & On the Go | Nature and industry at Chambers Creek Regional Park

Aug 21, 2026

Tonya and the crew found trains, tunnels and scary bees on a recent trip to Chambers Creek Regional Park in University Place.

Two In Tow & On The Go | Cirque Park in University Place

Aug 07, 2026

Is Cirque Park worth the drive over the Tacoma Narrows Bridge? We explored this inclusive playground with giant climbing structures, sensory play, shaded seating and fun for kids of all abilities.

More than 200 vehicles rolled into Uptown Gig Harbor for this annual car show

Aug 02, 2026

More than 200 vehicles filled at least three parking lots Saturday at the Uptown Gig Harbor shopping center for 28th annual Cruise the Narrows Car Show. Hosted by the Gig Harbor Cruisers Automotive Club, the one-day event welcomed owners of vintage and specialty vehicles of every make, model and era. Highlights for some included an