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Rolling through a blank spot on the map
RUBY — Beneath a bulbous waxing moon, we roll along on a ribbon of packed snow. The clear…
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A plate of devotion
A tangy sauce makes these baked chicken drumsticks balanced and complex, a perfect match.
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‘What’s in a name?’: Reviving a forgotten past — Part 6
AUTHOR’S NOTE: This is the sixth in a multi-part series about Kenai Peninsula places and landmarks that once…
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Death notice: Richard Freese
Longtime Alaskan and Sterling resident Richard J. Freese, 79, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026, at Central Peninsula…
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Minister’s Message: Addicted to distraction
Most of us don’t reach for our phones because we love technology. We reach for them because we…
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‘What’s in a name?’: Reviving a forgotten past — Part 5
AUTHOR’S NOTE: This is the fifth in a multi-part series about Kenai Peninsula places and landmarks that once…
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Alaska bike journey rolls along
MANLEY HOT SPRINGS — It’s so quiet in these spruce hills and tamarack swamps that 27 hours and…
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Celebration of life: Nadine Gabbett
Please join us for a celebration of life for Nadine Gabbett on April 4 at 1 p.m. at…
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Time to hit the trail westward
Yup, it’s 30 below this morning, March 19. Just like it was last week. Back then, I wrote…
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‘What’s in a name?’: Reviving a forgotten past — Part 4
AUTHOR’S NOTE: This is the fourth in a multi-part series about Kenai Peninsula places and landmarks that once…
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Craving something sweet
Banana cream pie, while not recommended as post-workout fuel, is a delicate and smooth treat.
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Minister’s Message: Reading God’s mind
I wish I could read God’s mind. I want to know how he thinks of me, what he…
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Long after run to glory, Balto lives on
A dog that pulled his way into history has given scientists insight into what makes Alaska sled dogs…
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‘What’s in a name?’: Reviving a forgotten past — Part 3
AUTHOR’S NOTE: This is the third in a multi-part series about Kenai Peninsula places and landmarks that once…
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Minister’s Message: Bright and vivid reasons
Sunrises and sunsets are beautiful in the winter months. I say winter because I don’t usually see them…
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Alaska writer buckling under pressure
Thirty below again this morning. OK then. Time to reach for the baseball bat and fine-tune the weather…
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A taste of another culture
This soft and rich bread is more flavorful, more beautiful, and far more wholesome than plain white Wonder…
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Minister’s Message: Waiting for spring
Recently, the weather has been cold. What is common to hear in Alaska on a warmer winter day…