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The guy a couple streets over is a great big jerk. He’s one of those bad apples Mom always told you about: sour, rotten, and… Continue reading

Find the Good

Local chef, champion pie baker, share recipes that inspire

For those lamenting the closing of Roastfish and Cornbread, on Hilton Head Island, former owner, Chef David Vincent Young, shared good news. Sitting at the… Continue reading

Pioneer Potluck: About May Day

1940s and 50s to present day On a farm in Northern Colorado   I loved May Day when I was growing up in the 1940s.… Continue reading

Blueberry Key-Lime Pie

2 (10-inch) graham cracker crumb pie crustsWhipped cream for garnish1½ cups frozen blueberries1 cup water2 cups sugarCombine sugar and water and bring to a boil,… Continue reading

US Route 1 Pie

1½ cups graham cracker crumbs ½ cup sugar 4 tablespoons butter, melted Mix all ingredients together and press mixture into a 9-inch pie plate. Bake… Continue reading

Grannie Annie Recipes

RECIPES:Two chocolate cakes with different ingredients CHOCOLATE MAYONNAISE CAKEI made this cake hundreds of times when my kids were growing up in Coloradoand in Alaska… Continue reading

Business News

Chambers set schedules ■ The Soldotna Chamber of Commerce will meet at noon today at Froso’s Restaurant in Soldotna. Central Peninsula Hospital CEO Rick Davis… Continue reading

In an April 10, 2015 photo, one of several African dwarf frogs raised by Samantha Lester is seen in an aquarium at her home in Owensboro, Ky. In two years, the science projecet subjects she inherited from her niece have produced 50 frogs. (Greg Eans/The Messenger-Inquirer via AP)

Frog Breeding

OWENSBORO, Ky. (AP) — Samantha Lester did not become a breeder of small amphibious frogs by choice.“When my niece was in the fourth grade, she… Continue reading

In an April 10, 2015 photo, one of several African dwarf frogs raised by Samantha Lester is seen in an aquarium at her home in Owensboro, Ky. In two years, the science projecet subjects she inherited from her niece have produced 50 frogs. (Greg Eans/The Messenger-Inquirer via AP)

It is what it is: Old dog learning a new trick

As a parent, I try to do my best to inspire my children. I want them to try new things, branch out, and find something… Continue reading

Events for May for Soldotna Senior Center

Soldotna Senior Center197 W. Park Ave Phone: 262-2322MAY 2015Weekly Activities:Mondays: Art class 10-3, line dancing 10:30-11:30, clogging 11:30-noonTuesdays: Board games 1pmWednesdays: Music at noon, craft… Continue reading

Mark Smith and Jaden Larson (Photo courtesy Narrow Road Productions)

Smith, Larson plan nuptials

Mark Smith and Jaden Larson are engaged to be married on Aug. 9, 2015 at the Nikiski Senior Center.The bried-to-be is the daughter of Scott… Continue reading

Mark Smith and Jaden Larson (Photo courtesy Narrow Road Productions)

Community News and Notes

Central Kenai Peninsula bowlers claimed a pair of titles and $1,000 each in scholarship money at the recent Alaska YBC Pepsi Championships held at North… Continue reading

Learn your states

Welcome to the Augusta area. Whether you are a visitor to our area or a local golf fan just now awakened from your hibernation by… Continue reading

Church news

Kenai New Life to simulcast Priscilla Shirer event LifeWay Christian Resources is slated to simulcast Bible teacher and best-selling author Priscilla Shirer live from New… Continue reading

Spraying downward and in front of a charging bear is good technique for using bear deterrent spray. Bear spray only works if you keep it handy so wear the holster on your belt or attached to a pack shoulder strap, but don't stuff it in a pack. (Photo courtesy Kenai National Wildlife Refuge)

Refuge Notebook: Tips for using bear spray

Bear spray is a weapon. Just like any weapon, you’ve got to know how to use it so it stops what you want it to… Continue reading

Spraying downward and in front of a charging bear is good technique for using bear deterrent spray. Bear spray only works if you keep it handy so wear the holster on your belt or attached to a pack shoulder strap, but don't stuff it in a pack. (Photo courtesy Kenai National Wildlife Refuge)

An Outdoor View: Fish board

I was disappointed Sunday when state legislators voted against confirming Soldotna resident Robert Ruffner’s appointment to the Alaska Board of Fisheries. It would’ve been so… Continue reading

Young swimmers and their teachers swim in a pool during a swim lesson in the Bronx borough of New York, Wednesday, April 15, 2015. They are in swim swim swim I SAY, one of 65 programs around the country to receive grants from the nonprofit Autism Speaks to provide the personal attention and patience if often takes to help children on the autism spectrum learn to swim. Many are prone to wander and many are drawn to water.(AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Autism Speaks offers grants for lifesaving swim lessons

NEW YORK — “Ian, Ian, Ian,” squeals 8-year-old Anna as she spots her friend across a pool in the South Bronx. She splashes with excitement… Continue reading

Young swimmers and their teachers swim in a pool during a swim lesson in the Bronx borough of New York, Wednesday, April 15, 2015. They are in swim swim swim I SAY, one of 65 programs around the country to receive grants from the nonprofit Autism Speaks to provide the personal attention and patience if often takes to help children on the autism spectrum learn to swim. Many are prone to wander and many are drawn to water.(AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
In this April 8, 2013 photo, these old hard-sided suitcases at the Ball Horticultural Co.'s field trials near Ventura, Calif., make an innovative plant bed idea for space-starved gardeners. They also can be moved from one location to another, even if it's just to follow the sun across a balcony or patio. Adaptable planters with wheels or handles can be inexpensive yet attractive and capable of being used indoors or out. (Dean Fosdick via AP)

Gardeners on the move make their plants portable

People on the move often spurn gardening as a hobby because they have to leave their plants behind. But new innovations and creative ideas are… Continue reading

In this April 8, 2013 photo, these old hard-sided suitcases at the Ball Horticultural Co.'s field trials near Ventura, Calif., make an innovative plant bed idea for space-starved gardeners. They also can be moved from one location to another, even if it's just to follow the sun across a balcony or patio. Adaptable planters with wheels or handles can be inexpensive yet attractive and capable of being used indoors or out. (Dean Fosdick via AP)

You have to clear a lot of brush before you cut down a tree

Just a few weeks ago I had the opportunity to help some people clear some land. Now, I understand this is pretty normal, mundane experience… Continue reading

What’s Happening

Events and Exhibits ■ The Kenai Peninsula College annual Juried Student Exhibition runs through May 8 in the Gary Freeburg Gallery on the Kenai River… Continue reading