In the news this month

	Murder Charges Dropped in Longbranch Shootings Lisa Bryan April 3, 2019 Cory Mason, 28, was released from Pierce County jail April 1 after nearly 14 months awaiting trial for two counts of second-degree murder.
	KP Fire Department Hires New Chief Lisa Bryan April 1, 2019 After an exhaustive search, a new fire chief was hired from outside the local district.
	Dogabout: The Saga of Sherpa Jack Ted Olinger April 1, 2019 A dog wandering the southern KP for eight months is now home.
	Lakebay Marina Awarded Historic Landmark Status Lisa Bryan April 1, 2019 Lakebay Marina was officially placed on the Pierce County Register of Historic Places on Feb. 12.

	Code Violations May Bring Criminal Charges for Lakebay Marina Owner Lisa Bryan April 1, 2019 County and state agencies address multiple issues at the Lakebay Marina.
	Key Players: Phil Bauer Ted Olinger April 1, 2019 Phil Bauer, 83, has been a staple of Key Peninsula culture for more than 30 years.
	KPMS Community Service Program Carolyn Wiley April 1, 2019 KPMS students learn how to make a difference and earn credit for an end-of-year reward.
	KP Teen Gets Her Wish Sara Thompson April 1, 2019 Bone marrow transplant in 2017 leads to recovery from fatal bone marrow disease.
	New Transportation Bills Could Affect KP Commuters Matthew Dean April 1, 2019 Two transportation bills may impact KP residents commuting on SR 16.
	KP Cooks: Baked Treats For Your Weekend KeyPenNews April 1, 2019 Two renowned local bakers offer simply delicious treats for your weekend.
	SAIL Fall-Prevention Classes Begin at The Mustard Seed Project Alice Kinerk April 1, 2019 SAIL classes help older people remain active and independent.
	Governance on the Key Peninsula Sara Thompson April 1, 2019 New committee will address challenges on the KP.
	LD 26 Democrats Remove Chair John Kelly Sara Thompson April 1, 2019 The longtime local activist is barred from Democratic Party activities until 2020.
	KP Community Council Updates Strategic Plan Sara Thompson April 1, 2019 The KPC has grown into an umbrella organization for numerous efforts to improve life on the Key Peninsula.