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Warming Alaska poses threat to humans

Polar bears aren’t the only ones whose health will suffer from global warming, according to a new report…

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Mumps outbreak misses Kenai

An outbreak of mumps that swept through Anchorage in late 2017 has so far not made its way…

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Man arrested for ramming cars

A Kenai man was arrested this weekend after allegedly ramming four parked vehicles in Soldotna, according to an…

Alexandra Stoaks, 8, peers through a magnifying glass featured in one of the exhibits at the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. Stoaks and her family attended the Dec. 27 Winter Break Family Fun Day at the center. The visitor center hosts community events throughout the year, including weekly winter walks and film screenings. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

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Families turn out for fun at the refuge

Kids and adults explore the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center and participate in hands-on activities during a…

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Troopers beef up holiday enforcement

If you’re out partying this weekend, you might want to think twice about getting behind the wheel. State…

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Trooper involved in shooting identified

The Alaska State Troopers have released the name of the trooper who shot a man during a Dec.…

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Winter fun at the refuge

After all the presents are unwrapped, but before the holiday season is over and school is back in…

Freedom House brings support to women seeking sobriety

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Freedom House brings support to women seeking sobriety

Each woman staying at Soldotna’s Freedom House has a different story. She may have been homeless, have lost…

Matthew Pyhala, owner of the Immersion Paddling Academy, provides lessons during a Dec. 13 training session at the Skyview pool. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

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Kayakers take their paddles indoors

Kayakers used to braving frigid Alaskan waters will get a chance to train in a more leisurely environment…

Jasmine Koster and Jimmy Starkloff perform alongside local musician George Demientieff Holly (right) during a Dec. 21 winter solstice performance at Dena’ina Wellness Center in Old Town Kenai. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

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Local musician celebrates winter solstice with song

On the darkest day of winter, with a barely risen sun setting behind him, local musician George Demientieff…

Locker room burglary suspect gets trial date

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Locker room burglary suspect gets trial date

The trial for a man accused of trying to steal girls’ underwear from a high school locker room…

Alaska State Troopers to offer free academy in 2018

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Alaska State Troopers to offer free academy in 2018

If you’ve ever wanted to see the law through the eyes of a State Trooper, now’s your chance.…

“Unwrap Soldotna” promotes local holiday spending by offering prizes to customers who frequent local establishments.

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Unwrap Soldotna wraps up

The Soldotna Chamber of Commerce is wrapping up “Unwrap Soldotna” — a holiday campaign aimed at ramping up…

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Career exploration: Police youth group has sights on national conference

With a little help from the community, a group of local youth are hoping to take the next…

Soldotna police receive grant for radio upgrade

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Soldotna police receive grant for radio upgrade

The City of Soldotna accepted a $28,000 grant to replace the police department’s portable radios — which are…

Redoubt Chamber Orchestra Conductor Tammy Vollom-Matturro leads the Kenai Peninsula Singers during a rehearsal on Dec. 11. The choir and orchestra will perform together in the 2017 Evening of Christmas on Friday, Dec. 15. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

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Sounds of the season: Musicians will usher in holiday spirit with annual Christmas concert

It will sound a lot like Christmas at Kenai Central High School this weekend. The Redoubt Chamber Orchestra…

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Man arrested in late-night locker room burglary

A Kenai man was arrested after a struggle with police early Monday when Kenai police officers caught him…