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Car burns in Soldotna school parking lot

A car burst into flames in the Soldotna Prep School parking lot Tuesday afternoon. Central Emergency Services responded…

Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion  Two volunteers demonstrate proper technique for an Eskimo Stick Pull during the Native Youth Olympics on Saturday Jan. 24, 2015at Kenai Middle School in Kenai, Alaska. The regional event drew teams from Anchorage, Seward, Kenai, Chickaloon and Tebughna. Teams competed for medals over the weekend of events showcasing the athleticism of Alaska's indigenous cultures.

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School board faces deficit in 2016

Editor’s note: This story has been corrected to show the correct date of the next Board of Education…

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Soldotna Parks and Rec to continue adapting

To remain an attractive location for locals and tourists alike, the city of Soldotna must continue adapting and…

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Kasilof man petitions to recall assembly member

A Kasilof resident has filed a petition with the Kenai Peninsula Borough to ask for the recall of…

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Official shares ideas for marijuana regulations

JUNEAU — The head of the board currently in charge of writing regulations for the legalized use of…

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Legislative Information Office teleconference schedule

Wednesday 1:00 p.m. The Joint House & Senate Judiciary Committees will sponsor a public hearing to discuss HB…

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Bob Franken: Super snoozer

Will somebody please explain why we give a hoot about “Deflategate”? For those who have had the good…

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What others say: The Obama jab

It’s no surprise that President Obama wants to score an environmental victory by setting aside millions of acres…

Southwestern Cornbread Layered Salad brims over with fresh flavor and vibrant color. For fun, the salad may be eaten from baked tortilla "bowls."

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Enjoy a taste of the Southwest on Super Bowl Sunday

The Seahawks and Patriots will square off in Super Bowl XLIX this coming Sunday in Phoenix. If you’re…

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Pioneer Potluck: Remodeling the old farmhouse

North of Fort Collins, Colorado, 1947- 48 Dad and Mom needed to add on to the old farm…

This Jan. 26, 2015 photo shows the Seattle super seven dip, left, and New England super seven dip in Concord, N.H. The Seattle dip is made with teriyaki-seasoned Dungeness crabmeat, creamy cheese, caramelized onions, smoked mussels, purple cabbage slaw and blackberry vinaigrette. The New England dip is made with barbecued pulled pork topped with skillet sauteed apples and butter. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead

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Patriots vs. Seahawks in a battle for the best 7-layer dip

The Super Bowl isn’t just about the Patriots vs. the Seahawks. It’s also about teriyaki-spiced crabmeat and smoked…

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KMS ski team says thanks!

The Kenai Middle School cross-country ski team was able to use the ice skates the city purchased to…

This Jan. 20, 2015 photo shows Bryce, a blind harbor seal pup, at the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward, Alaska. The seal, rescued in December, was deemed unfit to be released back into the wild. (AP Photo/Alaska SeaLife Center, Jenna Miller)

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Blind harbor seal learns basic skills at SeaLife Center

SEWARD (AP) — A blind harbor seal is learning basic behaviors such as being fed by hand at…

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Revenue officials explain tax credit issue flagged by Walker

JUNEAU — State Revenue department officials told lawmakers Monday that the tax credits that were a source of…

Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Barbara Aase and her son Scott Aase near the end of a game Tuesday at the Peninsula Oilers Baseball Club/ Bingo Hall in Kenai, Alaska. The two play at the hall between two and three times per week Scott Aase said. "Sometimes you win, not very often though. It helps you practice hand eye coordination," Scott Aase said.

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Photo Courtesy Robert Ruffner Kenai Watershed Forum Executive Director Robert Ruffner announced he will be stepping down from the position Friday. He said it will be a slow process that will be accomplished through out the next 6 months.

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Ruffner to step down from Kenai Watershed Forum post

After 18 years as the executive director of the Kenai Watershed Forum, Robert Ruffner announced Friday that he…

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Data shows aging borough population

New data shows that Kenai Peninsula Borough residents are both older and younger than average. According to a…

Illustration courtesy Krista Schooley An artist rendition of what a tiny home community for the homeless could look like. A community action group organized by homeless advocate Krista Schooley is looking for feedback in hopes of creating a self-sustaining community for people in need.

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Tiny homes, big dreams

A new community group has some tiny ideas that aim to make a big impact for the disadvantaged.…

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Lawmakers grapple with marijuana bill

JUNEAU — Alaska lawmakers are grappling with how to decriminalize marijuana after voters in November approved a ballot…