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Alaska lawmaker wants to examine state’s credits, exemptions
JUNEAU, Alaska — Gov. Bill Walker this past week said he wasn’t sure the state could continue to…
News
Troopers release names of pilots in Alaska crash
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Alaska State Troopers have released the names of the pilots involved in a Mat-Su Valley…
Education
Around Campus: High school students get Taste of College
Last week, five high school juniors from Voznesenka, a Russian Old Believer community located about 25 miles east…
Education
Study time: Local learning center continues to grow
Studying really does pay off for one local business. The Study, located on Marcus Avenue in Soldotna, is…
Education
School Briefs
School board to meet The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education meets at 7 p.m. in…
Opinion
Rich Lowry: The Kochs ride again
It was interesting while it lasted, but the 2016 election is now officially “bought.” The purchasers are the…
Opinion
What others say: Governor’s plan could deliver short-term energy relief – if it pencils out
Gov. Bill Walker announced to Golden Valley Electric Association leaders last week he has a plan on the…
Opinion
Romney’s exit unleashes race for donors
DES MOINES, Iowa — Mitt Romney’s exit from the presidential campaign has unleashed a frenzy of fresh fundraising…
Sports
Kenai skiers dominate Ski for Relief
Kenai Central cross-country skiers dominated racing action on the Hillside Trails at Service High School on Saturday in…
Sports
Weekend hockey: SoHi defeats Kenai in season finale
The Soldotna Stars hockey squad finished off the regular season with a come-from-behind 3-1 win over Kenai Central…
Sports
Nikiski basketball weekend roundup
HOUSTON — Working with a young team can be like clinging to a giant pendulum. With a roster…
News
Plans suspended to double wind turbines at Fire Island
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Plans to add turbines to the Fire Island Wind project were suspended this month…
News
Pot puppies get pink slip
The Alaska State Troopers’ 10 drug-sniffing dogs will be out of work once using and carrying small amounts…
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Anchorage fraternity investigated for sexual harrassment
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A fraternity at the University of Alaska Anchorage is under investigation for sexual harassment.…
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Alaska may not be able to afford generous film subsidies
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Low oil prices could prevent Alaska from being able to afford to dole out…
News
CES launches new volunteer program
If all goes as planned, the central Kenai Peninsula should see a surge in the number of personnel…
News
Residents from around peninsula join to prevent Soldotna home rule
For one Alaskan group, Tuesday’s special election in Soldotna is more than just an issue for the city.…
News
State lawmakers riled up over federal actions
JUNEAU, Alaska — One Alaska state senator is advocating an act of civil disobedience against the federal government…
News
Alaska halibut catch sees first increase in a decade
JUNEAU, Alaska — Fishermen in Alaska will have access to slightly more halibut this year than last. The…
Opinion
UCIDA offers clarification of lawsuit
There have been numerous misstatements made about a lawsuit being pursued by the United Cook Inlet Drift Association,…