Letters to the Editor

Mixed messages on wolf population

Regarding the rescued wolf pups and their temporary home at Alaska Zoo: Mixed emotions? First the Alaska Department of Fish and Game pours out thousands… Continue reading

  • Jun 19, 2014
  • By John A. Anderson

A prayer of thanks for wildland firefighters

Firefighter take a knee! On the ground, in the truck, in the air tanker of chopper, in the office on the radio or phone, whatever… Continue reading

  • Jun 20, 2014
  • By Jan Brophy

Border rules need better enforcement

With little to do but watch TV I become amused at the pictures of all those children who have been invading the U.S. from neighboring… Continue reading

  • Jun 20, 2014
  • By Paul D. Morrison

Friendship Mission able to move forward with new project

Since 2004, when we obtained the property on Spur Highway that is now known as Friendship Mission, thousands of hours have been volunteered to make… Continue reading

  • Jun 20, 2014
  • By Mary Anne Cowgill

Community support key to Kenai River Spring Cleanup

Because of our many generous sponsors, the first annual Kenai River Spring Cleanup brought in just under 2,500 pounds of trash from the riparian habitat… Continue reading

  • Jun 18, 2014
  • By Mark Glassmaker

Veteran’s perspective appreciated

Thank you Colonel Pollock for sharing your insight and experiences in Iraq (Clarion, June 13). I can’t imagine what the families of the dead and… Continue reading

  • Jun 17, 2014
  • By Cliff Smith

Exchange student grateful for experience

My name is Emmily and I am a high school Exchange Student from Germany. My organization is AFS and the wonderful family that hosted me… Continue reading

  • Jun 18, 2014
  • By Emmily Janke

Exchange student grateful for support

My name is Lena Strothmann, and I am a high school AFS Exchange Student from Germany. The second half of my exchange year, I was… Continue reading

  • Jun 18, 2014
  • By Lena Strothmann

Roundabout not so bad

I have to admit, I had a lot of trepidation about whether the new Binkley roundabout would work. My word — smooth as silk although… Continue reading

  • Jun 16, 2014
  • By Pat Wendt

Support for Memorial Day event appreciated

First of all, I’d like to thank God for protection over the people and homes in our community and for all the many people and… Continue reading

  • Jun 17, 2014
  • By Melinda Briggs

Nikiski Class of 2014 appreciates support

What a success! Nikiski High School’s class of 2014 senior year has come to the end and they are all moving forward on to their… Continue reading

  • Jun 15, 2014
  • By Tammy Freeman

Veteran concerned with situation in Iraq

As a citizen, retired Marine, and veteran of the Iraq conflict, I view the situation in Iraq with great concern. I spent three tours totaling… Continue reading

  • Jun 12, 2014
  • By USMC (Ret.)

Sullivan’s leadership in DNR came at expense of Alaskans

I fish commercially in Cook Inlet to support my family, and I know people from across the state who do the same. That’s why I… Continue reading

  • Jun 13, 2014
  • By Rob Ernst

Efforts of bowlers benefit breast cancer patients

Central Peninsula Health Foundation would like to thank Soldotna-Kenai USBC Women’s Bowling Association for donating $2,264.50 in support of local breast cancer patients. The women’s… Continue reading

  • Jun 13, 2014
  • By Kathy Gensel

Seminar helps educators engage students with the arts

This summer in Soldotna, Fairbanks, Mat-Su, and Ketchikan the Alaska Arts Education Consortium is giving teachers from around the state an opportunity to breathe new… Continue reading

  • Jun 13, 2014
  • By Robyn Zinszer

Support makes for memorable after-grad party

The Skyview Class of 2014, the last class of Skyview High School, would like to thank the Soldotna community that has so generously supported them… Continue reading

  • Jun 13, 2014
  • By Valerie Flake

Reader finds inspiration at political event

During the Memorial Day weekend many events were taking place throughout our great state. One was the Alaska Freedom Fair held in Wasilla at the… Continue reading

  • Jun 11, 2014
  • By Garnet Morey

Power boat moratorium not in proposal book

In Les Palmer’s “An Outdoor View,” May 23, “The state of the Kenai,” the author asserts the Board of Fish discussed a proposal to place… Continue reading

  • Jun 12, 2014
  • By Rod Berg

River festival educational, fun

Bravo! Kenai River Watershed Forum for your remarkable presentation at this year’s 24th Annual Kenai River Festival. Instruction, inspiration and education were provided to visitors… Continue reading

  • Jun 12, 2014
  • By Laura JK Chamberlain

Former Star asks for support in naming track

Dear Dr. Atwater: This letter is to formally ask for your support in naming the Soldotna High School track facility after the late Mark Devenney.… Continue reading

  • Jun 9, 2014
  • By William “Billy” Moiles