Opinion
The passionate non sequiturs of the gun debate
The mind boggles at the horror of Las Vegas, where Stephen Paddock perched himself in the 32nd floor…
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What others say: State should keep standing up for Southeast Alaska timber
Alaska needs to be able to see the natural resources within its borders developed and done so in…
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Voices of the Peninsula: Alaska youth push for action on climate change
On August 28th Alaska Youth for Environmental Action (AYEA) and 15 youth from across Alaska delivered a rulemaking…
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Op-ed: Hurricane Trump
I’ve never heard President Donald Trump sing, and that’s certainly a good thing. Day after day, he shows…
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What others say: A new threat to public records
Here’s an alarming new threat to the public’s right to know: More and more government agencies around the…
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Op-ed: Math, history and tax reform
In school, I liked math the least and history the most. Both can be useful in the coming…
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Letter: Borough errs on Island Lake Road work
Borough errs on Island Lake Road work This letter reflects a problem with the State/Peninsula’s planning for construction…
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What others say: Congress passes buck on war acts
Back in April, President Donald Trump ordered a U.S. missile strike on a Syrian military airfield, punishing the…
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Op-ed: Unnecessary roughness
If you like professional sports, a major reason — perhaps THE reason — you attend games, or watch…
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Editorial: On Tuesday, vote with your head
Newspapers, including this one, have traditionally endorsed candidates ahead of elections. Newspaper staff tend to pay close attention…
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Op-ed: The GOP identity crisis
The Republican Party can’t pass Obamacare repeal, but it can nominate Roy Moore. This is the state of…
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School Board District 7 candidate shares views
1. If elected, what issues do you feel require the board’s immediate attention? Debbie Cary, District 7: If…
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School Board District 7-Central: Cary: Children are our most valuable resource
My daughter is a Senior this year and when she started school in Ninilchik she was so excited.…
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Letter: Reader likes Pierce for mayor
Reader likes Pierce for mayor My household will be voting for Charlie Pierce for KPB Mayor on Oct.…
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Q&A: School board candidates weigh in
Joe Arness and Jason Tauriainen are running for the District 3-Nikiski seat. 1. If elected, what issues do…
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School Board District 3-Nikiski: Continue district’s high quality of service
Public education has been, and continues to be, a lightning rod which attracts lots of public support, criticism,…
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Editorial: Lots to think about with ballot propositions
When voters head to polls on Tuesday, there will be three borough-wide ballot propositions for them to consider.…
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Kenai City Council: Knackstedt: Encourage, promote business
I am a life-long Kenai resident with deep roots in our community as my family has been here…
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What others say: Timber sale will pay off
A diversified economy creates the most stability. That’s as true here as in any place else, and Ketchikan…
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Soldotna City Council: Baxter: ‘What more can I do today?’
Today we see many people on the sidelines of public service, paying enough attention to be critical of…