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Veto reversal resolution fails at assembly
‘This resolution is communicating to the governor the impact some of his vetoes have to the borough.’
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Voters to weigh in on city manager, sales tax cap
The decision to put the measures on the ballot was approved at Tuesday’s assembly meeting.
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Three peninsula teens honored as youth heroes
Six youth from across Alaska were celebrated for their community service efforts.
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Two student representatives join school board
Student representatives are offered a vote, however it is only an advisory vote.
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Citizen science beluga monitoring effort to begin on Kenai, Kasilof Rivers
‘You don’t have to be a scientist or a researcher … It’s open to anyone.’
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Invocation ordinance likely to be pulled at assembly
The ordinance would end the offering of invocations before the beginning of assembly meetings.
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Borough to vote on sales tax cap increase
Ordinance would increase the maximum amount subject to borough sales tax from $500 to $1,000.
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With budget cuts looming, local university programs consider options
“We really want answers, but we’re being patient with the processes.”
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Election stakeholders group publishes recommendations
The group was established Jan. 8, and tasked with researching ways to increase voter participation.
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Babcock moves from chief of staff to senior policy advisor
Babcock said he’s excited to serve in his new role.
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Borough candidate filing period begins Aug. 1
Several positions will be up for election this year on the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly.
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School district, employees to resume contract talks
After contract negotiations hit a standstill, peninsula educators and staff voted May 22 to strike.
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Police, agencies respond to ruptured gas line
The Kenai Police Department confirmed they were responding to a ruptured gas line at the Seaman Building, which…
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‘Poor man’s polo’ finds its way to the Kenai
The sport has specially made rackets with a small netted basket, used for scooping up the ball.
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Barbecue celebrates Soldotna’s early homesteaders and pioneers
Al Hershberger was presented with a proclamation designating Al Hershberger Appreciation Weekend.
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Unforgettable experiences
On the snowy tundra, Alaska students bridge differences and eat moose snout
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Local research showcased in center’s new exhibit
Exhibit highlights research on the survival of Steller sea lions and Pacific sleeper sharks.
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Soldotna considers purchase of two new police vehicles
Funds were appropriated in the FY 2020 operating budget for the purchase of the vehicles.