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Health officials tackle COVID misinformation
In their weekly press briefing, health officials worked to clarify FDA approval processes and misconceptions about alternative treatments…
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Performers bring Clampetts to Kenai
“Beveral Hillbillies, the Musical” will premiere this weekend.
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2 more deaths at CPH; peninsula reports more than 250 cases over weekend
The hospital is still at 100% capacity.
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3-car accident backs up traffic for hours
Officials had to reroute highway traffic around the accident Tuesday morning.
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Nearly 510 cases per 100,000 as statewide COVID alert remains high
The state Department of Health and Social Services reported another 592 positive COVID cases Friday.
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SoHi football returns home by topping Service
The Soldotna football team topped Service 48-34 at Justin Maile Field on Friday as the Stars’ first home…
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Officials: Best immunity is through vaccination
Although COVID infection produces antibodies that can help fight the virus, it’s risky to take that chance.
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Newly vaccinated get chance to win cash
Incentive campaign to grant $49,000 cash and scholarship prizes to weekly winners
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Hunters reminded to research land ownership laws
It is the hunter’s responsibility to understand the different regulations in place for different allotments.
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Peninsula sees surge in testing, increased COVID positivity rate
On Tuesday, the peninsula’s positivity rate was 13%, according to state data.
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Staff adapts as COVID patients inundate hospital
As of Monday morning, there were 21 COVID inpatients, with 7 of them in the intensive care unit…
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Officials: Kids at risk for respiratory illnesses
Although a child hasn’t been admitted as an inpatient for COVID at the facility, there have been multiple…
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NOAA beluga viewing festival canceled due to COVID concerns
The “Belugas Count!” event was supposed to be held on Sept. 11.
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Kenai Refuge crew called to Washington wildfires
It’s not uncommon to send crews to other wildlife refuges to aid with fire containment.
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DOT seeks public comment on summer Marine Highway schedule
The public comment period is open through Aug. 31.
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Borough mayor promotes debunked COVID treatments
Pierce defends ivermectin as potential virus med, proposes local clinical trials