Letters to the Editor

Reader has questions about candidate

Having done some research on the recent background of Tom Bearup, currently running for Kenai Peninsula Borough mayor, I am interested in the reasons for… Continue reading

  • Sep 18, 2014
  • By Paula Standefer

Can politicians find something positive to say?

With a vote coming up soon, commercial time is filled with Mark Begich approved commercials condemning Dan Sullivan and Dan Sullivan approved commercials condemning Mark… Continue reading

  • Sep 15, 2014
  • By Teresa McNulty

Majority rule in our democracy

I heard it once said a Democracy is nothing more than two wolves and a lamb voting on what’s for dinner. Most believe Democracy is… Continue reading

  • Sep 16, 2014
  • By Ray Southwell

Thank you to Art for Humanity supporters

Thank you to many community members who generously donated to Art for Humanity during the month-long art show at Kaladi’s on Kobuk. The month was… Continue reading

  • Sep 14, 2014
  • By Sharon Radtke

Reader appreciates work on exemption filing process

I want to express my sincere thanks to Mayor Mike Navarre for fixing a huge problem for me and over a dozen other senior citizens… Continue reading

  • Sep 15, 2014
  • By Linda Wright

Raising awareness can help prevent suicide

As co-chair for the Congressional Spouses for Suicide Education and Prevention, I wanted to write to remind Alaskans that this is both national suicide prevention… Continue reading

  • Sep 15, 2014
  • By Deborah Bonito

Sullivan erred when skipping fisheries debate

I had to ask myself this week, does Dan Sullivan actually want to get elected in November? I’m not sure he does, since he chose… Continue reading

  • Sep 11, 2014
  • By Bill Starnes

Transfer agreement not a problem

1. It’s not a question of “Transfer of patients” because, if there were an emergency at the surgery center, 911 would be called and the… Continue reading

  • Sep 12, 2014
  • By Tom Wilkinson RN CPAN.

People speaking out against domestic violence

The good news is people are speaking up and people are being heard as evidenced by the recent developments in responses to violent actions against… Continue reading

  • Sep 12, 2014
  • By Hugh R. Hays

First Mini Book sale at Kenai Community Library successful

Friends of the Kenai Community Library had a successful mini book sale at the Kenai Library meeting room on August 22 and 23. Many thanks… Continue reading

  • Sep 12, 2014
  • By Kathy Heus

Drift fleet battles tides, winds, questionable management

I read “Winding down” (Sept. 7 Peninsula Clarion) and in particular “Cook inlet drift fleet critical of new management restrictions.” Last February the Alaska Board… Continue reading

  • Sep 10, 2014
  • By John McCombs

Other principles to consider in surgery center agreement

I read with interest your editorial of September 7, 2014. Please allow me to reply: While it is laudable to support the borough taxpayers who… Continue reading

  • Sep 11, 2014
  • By Harold Gear

Flowers in Kenai appreciated

The poppy field is beautiful. I have seen many people taking pictures. The flowers are beautiful and what a great idea. I enjoy it every… Continue reading

  • Sep 11, 2014
  • By Lee Sparlin

Look past tax revenue on marijuana issue

I am totally out of my mind when I see our elected officials want to legalize marijuana after reading day after day, articles about the… Continue reading

  • Sep 8, 2014
  • By Paul D. Morrison

Stream Watch going strong after 20 years

On behalf of Kenai Peninsula Rivers and the wildlife that thrive because of their health, I would like to express the sincerest gratitude to each… Continue reading

  • Sep 9, 2014
  • By Lisa Beranek

Sterling Triathlon a big success

The 2014 Sterling Triathlon on August 9 was a huge success! Ten teams participated in the event, which involved the first team member running 1.7… Continue reading

  • Sep 9, 2014
  • By Renae Wall

Animal Protection League appreciates support

Many thanks to KSRM Radio for the air time provided on July 24 to our League on Soundoff, August 10 to Footworks Petting Zoo for… Continue reading

  • Sep 9, 2014
  • By Barbara Romine

Fundraiser nets $13,000 for fallen state troopers

On May 1, 2014 Sgt. Patrick Scott Johnson and Trooper Gabriel “Gabe” Rich went on a call in the small Interior Alaska village of Tanana.… Continue reading

  • Sep 4, 2014
  • By Spencie Netschert

Economics the linchpin of Freedom, Liberty

People all over the planet talk about Liberty and Freedom. More commonly discussed here than anywhere else. But few understand it. Freedom and Liberty is… Continue reading

  • Sep 5, 2014
  • By Ray Southwell

Life experience would make for a better juror

Throughout my adult life I have held the belief it is my privilege, honor, and duty to be willing to serve when called for jury… Continue reading

  • Sep 5, 2014
  • By Nancy Whiting