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Remains of missing kayaker recovered
David Meyer, 62, of Happy Valley was reported missing on June 11.
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Ninilchik voters to decide on levying tax to support pool, rec services
A “yes” vote would support establishment of the Ninilchik Recreational Service Area with an emphasis on funding the…
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Borough puts proposal for seasonal sales tax on hold
The proposal would increase the sales tax during summer months and reduce it during winter months.
Sports
Dahl captures Salmon Run Series 4
Ollie Dahl won the fourth race of the Salmon Run Series on Wednesday, July 30, at Tsalteshi Trails…
Sports
Aldridge rolls to victory in 4th race of Soldotna Cycle Series
Morgan Aldridge took the women’s and the overall win Thursday, July 31, in the fourth race of the…
Sports
Fishburn, Bynagle net The Great Salmon Run victories
Tori Fishburn and Johannes Bynagle won the third edition of The Great Salmon Run on Saturday, Aug. 2,…
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Mystery Creek Access Road to open Friday
The road is usually closed in the fall as weather causes road conditions to deteriorate.
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Kenai man arrested after allegedly stealing truck and camper
Police were called shortly after 11 a.m. on Wednesday.
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KPBSD board starts talking 2026 school closures
This year, the district closed Nikolaevsk School and very nearly closed Sterling Elementary School.
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School board OKs plan to combine Soldotna schools
The vacated Redoubt Elementary facility would house Soldotna Montessori Charter School and River City Academy.
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KPBSD responds to restored state, federal funding
After a successful vote of the Alaska Legislature reversed Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s veto of $50 million education funding…
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Legislature narrowly votes to override education funding veto
The increase in funding from Saturday’s veto override will represent a roughly $3 million increase to the KPBSD.
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Legislature overrides veto of bill aimed at increased legislative oversight of state oil tax revenue
Lawmakers have said the somewhat obscure policy is significant in the face of missing oil tax information.
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Alaska Legislature adjourns after overriding governor vetoes
Gov. Mike Dunleavy railed against the Legislature’s adjournment as being opaque.
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Seward Silver Salmon Derby opens for 70th year on Saturday
There will also be 10 tagged fish with their own prizes, mystery weight prizes, and a guessing game…
Life
Out of the office and under the trees
Throughout this summer, the Pratt has offered guided tours centered on the “science and spirit of the forest.”
Life
Local author Naomi Klouda publishes dictionary for Alaska’s glaciers
Naomi Klouda was working as the editor of the Tundra Drums weekly newspaper when she began to notice…
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Youth coho fishery opens Saturday in Homer
A portion of the Nick Dudiak Fishing Lagoon will be reserved for youth anglers on Aug. 2.
Sports
Leadens, Stockman win Powder Puff races at Twin City Raceway
Mercedes Leadens and Kyla Stockman were the winners at the Power Puff Race on Saturday, July 26, at…