In the news this month

	KP Icon Lulu’s to Close Lisa Bryan January 2, 2020 Lulu’s Homeport Restaurant and Lounge is scheduled to close its doors in early January.
	Lakebay Marina Owner Agrees to Sell to Boating Group Lisa Bryan January 2, 2020 A boating association will acquire Lakebay Marina to rehabilitate and preserve it by donating it to the state.
	Pierce County Developing Plan to Close Broadband Divide Sara Thompson January 2, 2020 The plan is slated to be completed by the end of 2021, although its implementation is uncertain.
	Pierce County Fire Departments Launch “PulsePoint Respond” Lisa Bryan January 2, 2020 A free app that alerts subscribers within walking distance of a sudden cardiac arrest.

	Local Leader Marcia Harris Retires After Four Decades in Education Ted Olinger January 2, 2020 After 41 years in education, Marcia Harris continues to serve the common good.
	Nisqually Reach Reserve Expansion Under Review Sara Thompson January 2, 2020 Proposed expansion will provide protection for aquatic habitat surrounding McNeil Island and south Key Peninsula.
	Music Brings a Rock ’n’ Roller to the KP Sara Thompson January 2, 2020 Mel Hing talks about his life and what brought him to the Key Peninsula.
	Successful Little Toasters Program Supports Young Girls Krisa Bruemmer January 2, 2020 Third through fifth grade girls participate in the Children’s Home Society of Washington's program.
	Tutors with Tails Help Young Readers at Vaughn Elementary Lisa Bryan January 2, 2020 The program provides struggling students an opportunity to read with certified therapy dogs.
	When a Giant Pacific Octopus Washes Ashore Chris Rurik January 2, 2020 The Giant Pacific Octopus lives around rocky reefs with plenty of hiding places.
	Replacement School Levy On February Ballot Staff Report January 2, 2020 The Peninsula School District will ask voters for an educational programs and operations levy in a special election Feb. 11.
	Call for Citizen-Scientist King Tide Watchers Staff Report January 2, 2020 King tides occur when certain astronomical variables combine with local atmospheric elements.
	KP Cooks: Lambie Lasagna KeyPenNews January 2, 2020 Farm-to-table pasta, simple enough to prepare in advance or serve on a whim.
	PHS Volleyball: All the Way to State Daniel Shurr January 2, 2020 The 2019 girls volleyball teams reached new heights in 2019 that signal greater things to come next season.