Smokestack Predicts: A New Light Rail Station In Old Town Silverdale

Smokestack Predicts: A New Light Rail Station In Old Town Silverdale

After demolishing the old, Old Town Pub building last month, The Silverdale Port Commission (owner of that property) announces plans to develop the site as the newest hub for Sound Transit’s Link Light Rail, which has been voraciously adding new lines and stations this past year…

Smokestack Predicts: Some Other Stuff We’re Guessing Might Happen in 2026

Smokestack Predicts: Some Other Stuff We’re Guessing Might Happen in 2026

Meanwhile in Bremerton: The Ghost of Quincy Jones comes back to haunt Quincy Square. Construction is announced for the Alan Alto Atrium. Hi-Lo’s Cafe returns, on the other side of town this time. Poulsbo declared ‘Un-American’ after outlawing fireworks. Pokemon Go turns Hansville into a global tourist destination. Indigenous candidates sweep the fall county elections… And more.

This Ain’t No Disco: Local Record Store Bargain Crate Finds

This Ain’t No Disco: Local Record Store Bargain Crate Finds

Sorry if I’m late to this party and you’re already aware, but I found this band and album way ahead of its time, and for the newbie like me, as fresh as when it was recorded nearly 40 years ago. Elevator pitch -maybe Frank Zappa writing material for the Violent Femmes, fronted by Say She She? But I’m sure there’s a better one. Two women, one guy, one guitar, and the truth.

Stuff To Eat: High Fiber Vegan Naan w/ Steve

Stuff To Eat: High Fiber Vegan Naan w/ Steve

If one of your new years resolutions is to eat more nutritious, and/or budget friendly food, this is a recipe for you. This high fiber, vegan naan has great flavor and a soft, tender, and perfectly bubbly texture like your favorite takeout. Unlike most naan, it has as much fiber as a slice of whole wheat bread, and is low in saturated fat…

Advice From The Oracle

Advice From The Oracle

I’ve been visualizing success, focusing on gratitude and trying to be in tune with the rhythms of the universe… but my bank account keeps visualizing overdraft fees. How is this ‘manifesting’ thing supposed to work?

Did You Know You Can Grow? w/ Urban Gnomestead

Did You Know You Can Grow? w/ Urban Gnomestead

It is 100% possible, in our wonderful little Kitsap peninsula, to grow delicious fuzzy kiwi and a distant cousin the hardy kiwi called kiwiberries. All you need is full sun, a strong arbor, male & female vines… and patience. 

Witching Out Loud: January Tarotscopes

Witching Out Loud: January Tarotscopes

Water signs: A lot of obstacles in the way of your well-being right now… Air signs: Play around with what expands your mind… Earth signs: It’s time to get out of your rut… Fire signs: A month for heart connection

From The Editor

From The Editor

Nobody tell the boss I was working overtime on the holiday again!