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Fifth-graders fill out D.A.R.E. workbooks during a lesson at Soldotna Elementary School on Wednesday, Feb. 28. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

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‘Just say no,’ no more

D.A.R.E. — the ubiquitous anti-drug campaign of the 1980s and 1990s — has come a long way since…

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Police allegedly find 18-year-old in vehicle with loaded gun, drugs

An 18-year-old was arrested over the weekend after police allegedly found him and another teenager in a car…

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Soldotna man arrested on drug and gun charges during traffic stop

A traffic stop for a broken headlight led to a drug bust after Alaska State Troopers allegedly found…

A young rider returns from a 50-mile loop of the Caribou Hills as part of the Way Out Women Ride, which raises money for cancer patients, on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 near Ninilchik, Alaska. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

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Riders with a cause

Although born out of loss, the annual Way Out Women Ride is a celebration of life — and…

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Ninilchik student allegedly threatens to bring gun to school

A 12-year-old Ninilchik School student was taken into custody by Alaska State Troopers this week after allegedly making…

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Man arrested after allegedly stealing SUV from elementary school parking lot

A Homer man who had allegedly been living in a stolen SUV for three weeks was arrested in…

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Public health updates mumps vaccine recommendations as outbreak spreads

Alaska public health officials are trying to slow the spread of the ongoing mumps outbreak with new recommendations…

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Two men arrested after alleged brawl in Walmart parking lot

An alleged violent altercation in the Walmart parking lot led to the arrest of two Nikiski men on…

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Woman arrested at scene of house fire after allegedly charging van at firefighters

A Kenai woman who allegedly tried to run over emergency responders working to put out a fire at…

Motivating kids with PLAAY

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Motivating kids with PLAAY

For half an hour on Thursday morning, 20,000 Alaska kids will move in sync. Students from at least…

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Drug enforcement agents look to build partnerships with businesses and the community

Alaska State Troopers are asking the public for help in the fight against the opioid epidemic. During a…

Cold brew

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Cold brew

Brewers pour craft beers for attendees at the 4th annual Frozen RiverFest at Soldotna Creek Park on Saturday,…

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Seward man indicted for alleged drunken assault of landlords

A man accused of attacking his former landlords in a drunken fit was indicted in a Seward court…

Kenai Peninsula Youth Court Director Ginny Espenshade discusses legal principles with students at the Old Kenai Courthouse on Jan. 30. A diversion program for youth offenders, the youth court allows youth facing certain misdemeanor charges to have their cases heard before peers. (Photo by Erin Thompson/Peninsula Clarion)

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Teens take the gavel

Mastering the nuances of the criminal justice system is no small feat — especially if you’re a teenager.…

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State begins transfer of child welfare services to tribal communities

The Office of Children’s Services and tribal governments are taking the first steps to implement an agreement that…

Kenai Watershed Forum to host environmental film festival

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Kenai Watershed Forum to host environmental film festival

It will be a night of drinks, mingling and movies — with some environmental awareness thrown in. On…

The Alaska Fire Chiefs Association awarded the Warren B. Cummings Chief Officer of the Year Award for the first time this year, in honor of a 43-year veteran of the Alaska Fire Service who passed away from cancer. (Photo courtesy Kenai Fire Department)

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Kenai fire chief recognized for excellence

The first winner of an award recognizing the accomplishments of Alaska fire chiefs serves close to home. Kenai…

Soldotna to host 4th annual Frozen RiverFest

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Soldotna to host 4th annual Frozen RiverFest

Nothing says February in Alaska like a bonfire and an icy beer by a frozen river. On Feb.…

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Kenai attorneys, magistrate apply for Superior Court judgeship

Eight candidates are vying to replace Kenai Superior Court Judge Anna M. Moran after she retires in July.…

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Couple allegedly held at knifepoint in hotel over stolen drugs and money

Three people have been arrested and another is wanted by law enforcement after an alleged confrontation in a…