Letters to the Editor

University needs legislature’s support

Editor’s Note: The letter below was written in response to the proposed funding of the University of Alaska. Dear House Finance Committee Members, My name… Continue reading

  • Mar 1, 2016
  • By Gary J. Turner

Support HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act

Alzheimer’s disease takes a devastating toll, not just on those with the disease but also on their caregivers. My father was heartbroken having to watch… Continue reading

  • Mar 2, 2016
  • By Cindy Harris

Citizens must be involved in new comprehensive plan

I found the response of Mayor Porter in the Clarion’s Feb. 21 article on Recording Comp Plan Meetings quite enlightening. She intends to run the… Continue reading

  • Feb 25, 2016
  • By Bob McIntosh

Alaska government needs streamlining

Although Alaska is experiencing another painful trough in the oil price cycle, it is only temporary in nature and should not be used to permanently… Continue reading

  • Feb 26, 2016
  • By Daniel Hamm

Student seeks information on Alaska

Hi! My name is Ashlyn H. I am a fifth-grade student at Harlan Intermediate School in Harlan, Iowa. My class is studying the geography and… Continue reading

  • Feb 26, 2016

Raid on permanent fund not justified

Borough Mayor Mike Navarre has been traveling around the state all winter attending meetings to actively promote Democrat Gov. Bill Walker’s Permanent Fund raid. Navarre… Continue reading

  • Feb 24, 2016
  • By Mike McBride

PFD is more than a check

Governor Jay Hammond fought hard to create the Permanent Fund dividend program in order that a portion of one-time oil wealth will be shared equally… Continue reading

  • Feb 25, 2016
  • By Alexander Hoke

Funny River area needs better Kenai River access

We have lived and raised our family in the Funny River community for the past 43 years. Our property, business and air strip is located… Continue reading

  • Feb 18, 2016
  • By Jerry Holly

Kenai-Soldotna Shrine Club here to help

The Kenai-Soldotna Shrine Club is here to help and provide care for those families with children who have burns, cleft lip or palates, as well… Continue reading

  • Feb 19, 2016
  • By Jack Clouse

Salvation Army grateful for helping hand

The local Salvation Army, its employees and volunteers would like to express our sincere thanks to the Kenai Home Depot for the donation of materials… Continue reading

  • Feb 19, 2016
  • By Connie Hocker

Many hands keep electronics out of landfill

Thank you to all of the community members, volunteers, and sponsors who helped make the 9th annual Electronics Recycling Event a success. 83 households, 1… Continue reading

  • Feb 19, 2016
  • By Jan Wallace

Random act of kindness appreciated

I don’t know who you are but I want to thank you for your random act of kindness. We were at Mykel’s for locals night… Continue reading

  • Feb 15, 2016
  • By Ed Steiner

First Lady seeks volunteer award nominations

Across Alaska, there are many dedicated volunteers whose helping hands and caring hearts positively impact the lives of others. The First Lady’s Volunteer of the… Continue reading

  • Feb 16, 2016
  • By Donna Walker

Industry Outlook Forum support appreciated

On behalf of the Kenai Peninsula Economic Development District Board of Directors, the Chambers of Commerce of Kenai, Soldotna, Homer and Seward and the cities… Continue reading

  • Feb 13, 2016

Gas found should be managed for benefit of the people

All this money being spent by CINGSA and the gang of four, Homer Electric, Municipal Light and Power, Chugach Electric and Enstar is all for… Continue reading

  • Feb 9, 2016
  • By John A. Anderson

Income tax would fix bloated budget

The question of how to deal with Alaska budget problem: Reinstate the Alaska Income Tax as it served Alaska well before 1980 when it was… Continue reading

  • Feb 10, 2016
  • By Paul Vos

Student seeks help with project

I am a student at Cascade Christian Schools, and I am writing a report on the state of Alaska. We are responsible for as much… Continue reading

  • Feb 10, 2016

Lilac Lane resident grateful for support

I would like to thank my hometown for the outpouring of concern and kindness for my friends and neighbors of Lilac Lane. I’ve been here… Continue reading

  • Feb 4, 2016
  • By Junetta Lynn

Changes to PFD should be delayed until after election

Alaska voters voted 84 percent against changing PFD last time. I don’t believe the polls on the Permanent Fund Dividends are true. I think the… Continue reading

  • Feb 5, 2016
  • By Shannon O’Brien

Good for man, bad for fish

Rainbows survive hook-and-release and eat king salmon eggs. King salmon hooked and released might survive but do not spawn. Kenai kings are now on average… Continue reading

  • Jan 28, 2016
  • By John McCombs