In this image released by Disney shows Casey Affleck in a scene from, "The Finest Hours," a heroic action-thriller based on the true story of the most daring rescue in the history of the Coast Guard. (Claire Folger/Disney via AP)

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Reeling it in: An imperfect storm in ‘The Finest Hours’

“The Finest Hours” Walt Disney Pictures 1 hour, 57 minutes Some movies expect a lot from their viewers.…

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Events and Exhibitions ■ The Kenai Performers present Meredith Wilson’s “Music Man,” directed by Terri Zopf Schoessler and…

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King cake is royal Mardi Gras fare

The tradition of eating King Cake lasts throughout the Carnival season, from the feast of the Epiphany (the…

Pioneer Potluck: About pets, part 2

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Pioneer Potluck: About pets, part 2

We had lots of animals on the farm, including pigs, chickens, cats and dogs. Dad had a Water…

Julianne Koerber of Kenai writes, "My Ursa  loves to have her picture taken. ... She is the princess of the house." (Submitted photo)

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Pet photo: Princess of the house

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Business briefs

■ The Soldotna Chamber of Commerce meets at noon today at Froso’s Restaurant. A Healthcare Spotlight with Patrick…

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Residents weigh in on Sterling Highway safety corridor options

Area residents weighed in on a proposed alternative to a stretch of the Sterling Highway between Soldotna and…

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It is what it is: Throwing caution to the wind – or not

My mother likes to tell a story about me and my twin sister from when we were toddlers.…

Community News and Notes

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Community News and Notes

Births Hudson family welcomes daughter Christopher and Chelsey (Howard) Hudson, of Arlington, Texas elcomed their daughter Adalynn Kay…

Ben Boettger/Peninsula Clarion Volunteer hairdresser Joy Conner (left) curls the hair of Alison Alley during Project Homeless Connect, an event at which local individuals and organizations provided information and services to the Kenai Peninsula's homeless population on Thursday, Jan. 28. Haircuts, massages, food, and veterinary care were among the services offered.

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Local homeless treated to services for a day

Editor’s note: This article has been changed to correct the title of Lisa Roberts, the chairperson of Project…

With a basic pair of snowshoes, just about any hike on the Kenai Peninsula is accessible in the winter. (Clarion file photo)

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Peninsula has plenty of places for snowshoes – or ice spikes

Kenai Peninsula Outdoor Club member Julie Williams, of Kenai, will tell you some of her favorite trails for…

Potential landscape linkages between National Parks and National Wildlife Refuges in northern Alaska identified using an analysis of geodiversity. (Graphic by Dawn Magnesss, Kenai National Wildlife Refuge)

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Refuge Notebook: Conserving nature’s stage in Alaska

The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1980 with passage of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation…

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An Outdoor View: Sea stories

On Monday, a team of four women arrived at Cairn, Australia, in a 29-foot boat, having rowed from…

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Voices of Faith: Our true stability

If there was anything unusual about Saturday night for us, it was that I was actually in bed…

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Church News

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper There will be a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Feb. 9 at…

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An unconventional evening

It’s common to hear a song featuring a guitar or two. But four guitars? That makes for an…

COCONUT COWBOY

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COCONUT COWBOY

You’ve sunk a lot of money into your humble abode. The kitchen is perfect for gourmet meals and…

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Reeling it in: Thrilling and emotional, ‘The 100’ worth watching

“The 100” The CW (available on Netflix) 45 episodes   This week was one of those bleak January…

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Best Bet ■ The Performing Arts Society proudly presents Borealis Guitar Quartet, a guitar ensemble dedicated to performing guitar…

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Poet’s Corner: Fishing Boat

Fishing Boat By Cheyenne Juliussen, Kenai Maybe this is fun, letting the boat let the waves rock us…