Life

Pioneer Potluck: About… New Years Eve

On a farm in Northern Colorado and Daniels Lake, North Kenai Now refereed to as Nikiski, Alaska 1940s to present   Our New Years Eve on… Continue reading

  • Dec 30, 2014
  • By Grannie Annie
  • Food
In this image released by Universal Pictures, Jack O'Connell portrays Olympian and war hero Louis "Louie" Zamperini in a scene from "Unbroken." The film, directed by Angelina Jolie, did not receive any Golden Globe nominations on Thursday. (AP Photo/Universal Pictures)

Reeling it in: Have some time off? The movies are on

With the Christmas holidays in full-swing, I, like most people, had some amount of free time in the last week. As a freelance designer, I… Continue reading

In this image released by Universal Pictures, Jack O'Connell portrays Olympian and war hero Louis "Louie" Zamperini in a scene from "Unbroken." The film, directed by Angelina Jolie, did not receive any Golden Globe nominations on Thursday. (AP Photo/Universal Pictures)

Poem: Shave

ShaveBy Byron Nalos, NikiskiShave. The fiery tap-water steams.I schlepp a towel across the foggy bathroom mirror; there’s that smug ol’ ghost again, running a razor… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: 'Working Stiff' offers inside look at death

The Bookworm Sez: ‘Working Stiff’ offers inside look at death

Everybody’s good at something.You may have an aptitude for numbers. You might be a master at chess, multitasking, organizing, or people skills. Your real talents… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: 'Working Stiff' offers inside look at death
Ben Romig of Cooper Landing shared this photo of Fancy, his companion of seven full winters. Romig writes, "The nice lady at the animal shelter in Kenai hand-picked Fancy for my family at the time. Fancy is on my side almost always. We were out listening to wolves yesterday; I believe they were trying to lure her into the woods where we were, but I've actually had to run the wolves or coyotes off of other dogs I've taken on walks up Snug Harbor Road in the years past. It is a trick they have learned through generations of litters."

Pet photo: Best friend

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Ben Romig of Cooper Landing shared this photo of Fancy, his companion of seven full winters. Romig writes, "The nice lady at the animal shelter in Kenai hand-picked Fancy for my family at the time. Fancy is on my side almost always. We were out listening to wolves yesterday; I believe they were trying to lure her into the woods where we were, but I've actually had to run the wolves or coyotes off of other dogs I've taken on walks up Snug Harbor Road in the years past. It is a trick they have learned through generations of litters."
Olsons celebrate 50th anniversary

Olsons celebrate 50th anniversary

Norm and Mary Olson recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. They first met at the First Baptist Church of Holly, Michigan and were wed Nov.… Continue reading

Olsons celebrate 50th anniversary
Timothy Saner

Community news and notes

Timothy G. Saner, EIT, of Kenai, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Alaska Anchorage.… Continue reading

Timothy Saner

Learning for Life: Studying pests in Alaska

Here in Alaska we have relatively few pests on our farms and ranches. When I think about the weeds, diseases, and insects I had to… Continue reading

Lila McKay and her father, Robert McKay, are congratulated by Soldotna Police Chief Peter Mlynarik. (Submitted photo)

Student designs Soldotna Police Department Christmas card

The Soldotna Police Department had a Christmas card contest this year and invited sixth-grade classes (last year’s Soldotna DARE graduates) to design the Department’s Christmas… Continue reading

Lila McKay and her father, Robert McKay, are congratulated by Soldotna Police Chief Peter Mlynarik. (Submitted photo)

Here’s the Thing: The real housewives of Christmas break

On the the something day of Christmas my true love gave to me, forty-five cookies, twenty 1-hour photo Christmas cards, three recitals, and my muddled… Continue reading

An Outdoor View: Wild and wooly fishing

Author’s note: This column first appeared in the Clarion Aug. 1, 2003. It has been edited for brevity. — LP   Most recreational boaters stay… Continue reading

Church news

Bible study group starting The Midnight Son Seventh Day Adventist Church is starting a Weekly Women’s Bible Study group. The first book to be read… Continue reading

Season is a reminder of Jesus’ plan for the afterlife

I am thankful for the birth of Jesus for many reasons. I was reminded of one when reading Discover magazine’s December issue of the top… Continue reading

In a Dec. 10, 2014 photo, the Top of the Lake Snowmobile Museum, located just off US-2 in Naubinway, Mich., features 80 different brands of snowmobiles and nearly 150 displays - like this "Then and Now" feature which showcases past and present designs. Of the old machines represented, many are one-of-a-kind creations _ either special prototypes or homemade machines by barnyard engineers. (AP Photo/The Evening News, Scott Brand)

Snowmobile museum features historic, unique sleds

NAUBINWAY, Mich. — Roaring into its second year of operation at the new location, Top of the Lake Snowmobile Museum in Naubinway is deriving tremendous… Continue reading

In a Dec. 10, 2014 photo, the Top of the Lake Snowmobile Museum, located just off US-2 in Naubinway, Mich., features 80 different brands of snowmobiles and nearly 150 displays - like this "Then and Now" feature which showcases past and present designs. Of the old machines represented, many are one-of-a-kind creations _ either special prototypes or homemade machines by barnyard engineers. (AP Photo/The Evening News, Scott Brand)

Oregon’s Horse Butte attracts winter mountain bikers

BEND, Ore. — To the west, the Cascade Range was obscured by a shroud of clouds. To the northeast, the Ochoco Mountains were specked with… Continue reading

Walnut Fudge and Pecan Divinity

Walnut Fudge and Pecan Divinity

A homemade treat is always a welcome holiday gift. Even folks who don’t like accepting store-bought presents, are pleased to be gifted with something as… Continue reading

  • Dec 17, 2014
  • By Kitchen Ade
  • Food
Walnut Fudge and Pecan Divinity

A merry, sharing Christmas to all

During Christmastime, two years ago, I introduced you to Caroline Kennedy’s “over the moon” Cranberry-Coconut Balls Dipped in White Chocolate. Caroline recipes have appeared many… Continue reading

Pioneer Potluck: About Christmas Eve on the Farm

At the Mcclure Home Northern Colorado 1940s and 1950s   The tree was in the corner of the living room, lights showing off all the… Continue reading

  • Dec 23, 2014
  • By Grannie Annie
  • Food

Poem: I’m Just a Man

I’m Just a Man (Dedicated to my Sparrow)By Daniel H. KartchnerOften men are clueless and you’d seldom disagree,Men seldom understand women right, from when they… Continue reading

This image provided by Disney shows a teenage Elsa the Snow Queen, voiced by Idina Menzel, in a scene from the animated feature "Frozen." Although the animated film opened late in 2013, the story of Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff and Sven easily outpaced other vote-getters like "Sherlock" star Benedict Cumberbatch, TV guru Shonda Rimes, musicians Beyonce and Pharrell Williams for entertainer of the year. "Frozen" has earned Disney more than $1.27 billion at the box office worldwide, becoming the most successful animated movie of all time. Its signature song "Let It Go" won an Oscar and a national touring live version on ice has been a huge draw. (AP Photo/Disney)

‘Frozen’ the entertainer of the year

NEW YORK — If you have children, or know someone who does, or just listened to one recently, the choice of Associated Press Entertainer of… Continue reading

This image provided by Disney shows a teenage Elsa the Snow Queen, voiced by Idina Menzel, in a scene from the animated feature "Frozen." Although the animated film opened late in 2013, the story of Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff and Sven easily outpaced other vote-getters like "Sherlock" star Benedict Cumberbatch, TV guru Shonda Rimes, musicians Beyonce and Pharrell Williams for entertainer of the year. "Frozen" has earned Disney more than $1.27 billion at the box office worldwide, becoming the most successful animated movie of all time. Its signature song "Let It Go" won an Oscar and a national touring live version on ice has been a huge draw. (AP Photo/Disney)