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Kennel of Iditarod champ in doping scandal probed

ANCHORAGE — Alaska investigators say no evidence of animal cruelty was found after an animal rights group complained about a kennel operated by four-time Iditarod… Continue reading

Nikiski volleyball clinches state spot

The Nikiski volleyball team clinched a state tournament spot with a swift 3-0 win over Anchorage Christian Friday night at the Southcentral Conference tournament at… Continue reading

Reeling it in: ‘It Comes at Night’ — Good, but hopeless

“It Comes at Night” A24 1 hour, 31 minutes I’ll be happy this week when “Thor” finally comes out. (Actually, if you’re reading this on… Continue reading

Up from deathbed, Flair set to style, profile

Up from deathbed, Flair set to style, profile

  Ric Flair was on his deathbed. The Rolex-wearin’, kiss-stealin’, wheelin-dealin’, limousine-ridin’, jet-flyin’, son of a gun was nothing but a 68-year-old man filled with… Continue reading

Up from deathbed, Flair set to style, profile

Poet’s Corner: Autumn on the Farm

Autumn on the Farm By Dave Thompson, Kenai It’s that time of year again As the early Autumn wanes When grass turns brown as leaves… Continue reading

What’s Happening

Events and Exhibitions • “Threads &Dots!” and “Olga’s Oils” are on display for the month of November at the Kobuk Kaladi’s Coffee Shop. There will… Continue reading

Area players play key role in Shriners game

Local players added some spice to the 37th annual Shriners North-South football game Oct. 28 in Anchorage. Soldotna senior Brandon Crowder played the biggest role… Continue reading

Northern Lights volleyball day 1

A state playoff run will require perfection from here on out for the Soldotna and Kenai Central volleyball teams. SoHi swept Kenai in three sets… Continue reading

Voices of Faith: The optimistic explorer

Medical waiting rooms provide interesting encounters. Hurting and sometimes fearful people are prime prospects for encouraging words and are often receptive to invitations to faith.… Continue reading

Letter: Fundraiser organizers grateful for support

Fundraiser organizers grateful for support This letter comes with a debt of gratitude to the following for their assistance in making the Richard Ross Medical… Continue reading

Letter: Spay/Neuter fundraiser a success

Spay/Neuter fundraiser a success Peninsula Spay/Neuter Fund thanks everyone who purchased something at our bake sale at Save-U-More last weekend, donated by way of our… Continue reading

Letter: Donation will be put to daily use

Donation will be put to daily use On behalf of the recipient students at my two schools, I would like to express appreciation to Fred… Continue reading

Letter: Fish, game board chairs encourage public engagement

Fish, game board chairs encourage public engagement Dear Alaskans, As your chairs to the Alaska Boards of Fisheries and Game we want to take this… Continue reading

Members of the Kenai River Queens watch their game and wait on a line shift on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017 at Kenai Multipurpose Facility in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)

River Queens take the ice

Once the temperature drops, being a Kenai River Queen doesn’t mean you caught the biggest king — it means you’re on the ice. The Kenai… Continue reading

Members of the Kenai River Queens watch their game and wait on a line shift on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017 at Kenai Multipurpose Facility in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Kat Sorensen/Peninsula Clarion)

An Outdoor View: Bonefishing

Author’s note: I recently came across a journal that I kept while on a trip to Christmas Island in 1987. This column, gleaned from the… Continue reading

Single image mosaics were created from the hundreds of photos taken during multiple drone surveys. Distinguishing Aleutian from Arctic Terns based on bill color was possible from photos taken 50 feet above the ground. (Image courtesy Kenai National Wildlife Refuge)

Refuge Notebook: An unmanned survey of a tern colony

A small breeding colony of Arctic and Aleutian Terns nests by Headquarters Lake, a convenient 15-minute walk from the Kenai Refuge office. For several years,… Continue reading

Single image mosaics were created from the hundreds of photos taken during multiple drone surveys. Distinguishing Aleutian from Arctic Terns based on bill color was possible from photos taken 50 feet above the ground. (Image courtesy Kenai National Wildlife Refuge)
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pioneer Potluck: Halloweens past

1937-1967 on the farm and Fort Collins, Colorado; 1967 to present, Alaska My first memory of Halloween is when I was about 5. Our Dad,… Continue reading

Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
This Oct. 23 photo shows a pumpkin and spice breakfast bowl in Bethesda, Md. Loading up the freezer with these bowls is an excellent plan-ahead strategy, whether you’re a mom of four, or you just want to streamline your mornings. (Melissa D’Arabian via AP)

Put pumpkin puree to work as part of a frozen winter treat

All four of my daughters love frozen acai bowls because they feel like you’re eating ice cream for breakfast, except healthier. If you haven’t hopped… Continue reading

This Oct. 23 photo shows a pumpkin and spice breakfast bowl in Bethesda, Md. Loading up the freezer with these bowls is an excellent plan-ahead strategy, whether you’re a mom of four, or you just want to streamline your mornings. (Melissa D’Arabian via AP)
This Feb. 13 photo shows pan-roasted Brussels sprouts with chorizo and toasted bread crumbs. This dish is from a recipe by Katie Workman. (Sarah Crowder via AP)

COOKING ON DEADLINE: Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts lovers, you are in for a treat: a side dish that will threaten to steal center stage. Spanish chorizo, a wonderfully spiced smoked… Continue reading

This Feb. 13 photo shows pan-roasted Brussels sprouts with chorizo and toasted bread crumbs. This dish is from a recipe by Katie Workman. (Sarah Crowder via AP)
This Oct. 19 photo shows a root vegetable gratin made with turnips, carrots and parsnips. This dish is from a recipe by Sara Moulton. (Sara Moulton via AP)

Root Vegetable Gratin is tasty side dish for Thanksgiving

The side dishes on our annual Thanksgiving menu almost always include mashed potatoes and roasted root vegetables. This year I decided to change up the… Continue reading

This Oct. 19 photo shows a root vegetable gratin made with turnips, carrots and parsnips. This dish is from a recipe by Sara Moulton. (Sara Moulton via AP)