Letters to the Editor

Catch-and-release about conserving money

Anyone claiming that catch-and-release is a conservation tool is greatly mistaken. Catch-and-release is not a conservation tool — catch-and-release kills fish. What catch and release… Continue reading

  • Dec 15, 2015
  • By John Nelson

Catch-and-release column off base

As a longtime Alaskan who loves our resources and special way of life immensely, I found the Dec. 4 Peninsula Clarion’s “Outdoor View” column offensive… Continue reading

  • Dec 8, 2015
  • By Greg Brush

A positive response to terrorism

The terrorist attacks around the world and especially in San Bernardino demand that all of us stand up for freedom, liberty and the belief that… Continue reading

  • Dec 9, 2015
  • By Dave Carey

Central Peninsula community always there to help

On behalf of the board of directors and staff of The LeeShore Center, I would like to extend thanks and appreciation to the many community… Continue reading

  • Dec 9, 2015
  • By Cheri Smith

Peninsula loses a pioneer

The Kenai Peninsula recently lost an Alaska Pioneer. He requested no memorial, funeral or tears, saying “I am just a man.” Born on the East… Continue reading

  • Dec 7, 2015
  • By Bart Bias

A tragic disconnect on climate change

Oh, how I miss winter! Remember how the snow crunched underfoot and reflected back into our squinting eyes, releasing a smile? Remember when the Kenai… Continue reading

  • Dec 8, 2015
  • By Peggy Mullen

Insurance for gun ownership a reasonable change

I have several guns. They have been a part of my immediate environment all of my life. I like guns. I don’t care for gun… Continue reading

  • Dec 8, 2015
  • By James Bishop

What other reports have been buried?

Regarding “Publishing Purgatory” (Peninsula Clarion, Nov. 29), I attended the 2002 Board of Fish meeting in Anchorage. The story at that time was about an… Continue reading

  • Dec 3, 2015
  • By John McCombs

Ski trail grooming appreciated

Thank you City of Kenai for grooming the Cross Country Ski Trails at the Kenai Golf Course. Saturday (Nov. 21) was a beautiful day and… Continue reading

  • Dec 4, 2015
  • By Clifford Smith

Cinnamon Roll Fundraiser a sweet success

I would like to give a very sincere thank you to all of the people who helped make the “3rd Grade Bakers” Cinnamon Roll Fundraiser… Continue reading

  • Dec 4, 2015
  • By Monica Heath

Senior Thanksgiving tradition continues

In a time when there is so much uncertainty in the global world, it is heart-warming to focus on our community that gives from the… Continue reading

  • Dec 4, 2015
  • By Rachael S. Craig

Soldotna Police officer commended

On behalf of the Peninsula Community Health Services Board of Directors and staff, I would like to take this time to publicly thank the Soldotna… Continue reading

  • Dec 4, 2015
  • By Monica Adams

Soldiers much more than ‘boots on the ground’

I was listening to the Democratic debate on Saturday and heard Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders repeatedly use the term, “Boots on the Ground” referring… Continue reading

  • Nov 19, 2015
  • By Angela Douthit

Support makes volleyball tournament a success

The Kenai Central High School Volleyball Booster Club would like to express our thanks to everyone that made the 2015 Region III volleyball tournament a… Continue reading

  • Nov 20, 2015
  • By Kenai Central High School Volleyball Booster Club

Republican candidates getting harder to bear

I have to say this, I’m truly impressed by the Republican Party. I’ve been closely watching the presidential campaigning by Republican candidates. Republican presidential candidates… Continue reading

  • Nov 12, 2015
  • By Paul Zimmerman

Keep focus on pedestrian safety

With sunlight in increasingly short supply during this time of year, we are reminded of how important safe and well-designed streets and crosswalks are to… Continue reading

  • Nov 13, 2015
  • By Terry Snyder

Thanksgiving comes early for Spay/Neuter Fund

On Oct. 30-31, the Peninsula Spay/Neuter Fund held our “3rd Annual Halloween Bake Sale” at Save-U-More on K-Beach. The response — by volunteers who baked… Continue reading

  • Nov 13, 2015
  • By Judy Fandrei

What about cuts?

In Oct. 29’s article regarding the governor’s proposal to tap into the permanent fund to balance the state’s budget, nowhere did it mention cutting the… Continue reading

  • Nov 5, 2015
  • By Sharri Whitford

Many contribute to Art Guild

The Peninsula Art Guild recently hosted it 2015 Harvest Art Exhibit and Auction at the Kenai Fine Arts Center in Old Town Kenai. Featuring and… Continue reading

  • Nov 6, 2015
  • By Coordinator

Never forget – but don’t exclude, either

As a Veteran I would like to thank you for your public service and spirit in the “Never Forget” advertisements in your papers. I appreciate… Continue reading

  • Oct 29, 2015
  • By Allen Auxier