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Minister’s Message: There is joy in serving others

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Minister’s Message: There is joy in serving others

As Disciples of Christ we are called to serve God and others.

CIA soccer wins, advances in conference tournament

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CIA soccer wins, advances in conference tournament

The Cook Inlet Academy coed soccer team survived and advanced at the Borealis Conference tournament Thursday in Palmer…

Refuge notebook: Taking the wild out of wildlife

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Refuge notebook: Taking the wild out of wildlife

I find this a little depressing. A 2018 study published by the National Academy of Sciences estimates that…

Pigskin Pick ‘Em: NFL Week 5 shooting for better results

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Pigskin Pick ‘Em: NFL Week 5 shooting for better results

The fourth week of the NFL season was filled with upsets and baffling performances. Raise your hand if…

Ann “Grannie Annie” Berg

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Remembering the airplanes of World War II

Recipes this week: Peanut butter bread, tomato sauce pot roast, carrot pie

Life in the Pedestrian Lane: Travel Time

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Life in the Pedestrian Lane: Travel Time

We visited family and friends, drove back roads, ate out and took advantage of being on vacation.

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy announces the nomination of state Rep. Josh Revak to an open state Senate seat during a news conference Friday, Sept. 27, 2019, in Anchorage, Alaska. Dunleavy’s first choice for the seat, Rep. Laddie Shaw, was rejected by Senate Republicans, who now will consider Revak’s nomination. (AP Photo/Mark Thiessen)

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Nearly every Alaskan will get $1,606 oil check

Dunleavy reminded people that it could have been much bigger.

Schools briefs for the week of Sept. 30, 2019

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Schools briefs for the week of Sept. 30, 2019

What’s happening this week.

Pigskin Pick ‘Em: Time for a rebound

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Pigskin Pick ‘Em: Time for a rebound

Another rough week has left all of us at Pigskin Prognosticator Headquarters searching for answers. Picking winners in…

A sign directs voters at Soldotna City Hall during the special Field House election on March 5, 2019. (Photo by Brian Mazurek/Peninsula Clarion)

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Voices of the Peninsula: Strong voter turnout builds a strong community

Kenai Peninsula voter turnout is abysmal.

Tuttle stays hot in college soccer

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Tuttle stays hot in college soccer

Whatcom Community College freshman Zack Tuttle stayed hot with goals in consecutive games for the Washington school.

Pioneer Potluck: How could this happen? It was not even Friday the 13th1

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Pioneer Potluck: How could this happen? It was not even Friday the 13th1

“Grannie” Annie shares a tale of bad luck and recipes for good food.

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CIA soccer finishes weekend homestand 1-2

The Cook Inlet Academy Eagles lost a pair of weekend games to finish 1-2 on a three-game homestand…

Homer places highest among local schools at Spiketacular

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Homer places highest among local schools at Spiketacular

The Homer Mariners finished tied for fifth among 18 teams at the West Spiketacular volleyball tournament in Anchorage,…

Pictured is Henry W. Rozell, one of the principal founders of the Kings County Mining Company. Rozell, shown here eight years after the expedition to the Kenai Peninsula, was the group’s treasurer. (Photo from ancestry.com)

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History Lesson: An unusual and difficult journey to the Kenai

New history column kicks off with the story of Kings County Mining Company’s expedition to peninsula.

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Schools briefs for the week of Sept. 23

What’s happening this week

Refuge notebook: The porcupine — an underappreciated creature

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Refuge notebook: The porcupine — an underappreciated creature

Sauntering my way, the animal halted and gazed in my direction. It appeared uncertain about my status. Was…

Minister’s Message: Seeking wisdom in memories

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Minister’s Message: Seeking wisdom in memories

I felt I was led as a child through a dark forest at night while holding tight to…

Pioneer Potluck: Saying goodbye to summer flowers

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Pioneer Potluck: Saying goodbye to summer flowers

Not only the humans but the animals, birds, plants and trees are transforming right before our eyes. Sliding…

James B. Beckham is acting director of the Alaska Department of Natural Resources Division of Oil & Gas. (Courtesy photo)

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Opinion: Alaska’s oil and gas future looks strong

There are many reasons to be optimistic about the future of oil and gas in Alaska