Poem: A Father’s Lament

A Father’s LamentBy Norm Olson, NikiskiDeep within a father’s heart there resideThose times long gone — the spent riches of youth,And proclaims as fathers have… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: 'Endangered' proves hard to put down

The Bookworm Sez: ‘Endangered’ proves hard to put down

You have little-to-no control.Deny no more. You’ve finally come to accept it: the future really isn’t in your hands. You have no control over others,… Continue reading

The Bookworm Sez: 'Endangered' proves hard to put down
In this image released by WGN America, Lucy Lawless portrays Countess Marburg, left, and Janet Montgomery portrays Mary Sibley, in WGN America's breakout hit series "Salem," premiering Sunday, April 5 at 10:00 p.m. ET. (AP Photo/WGN America, William Lothridge)

Lucy Lawless is bewitching.

NEW YORK — As if there weren’t enough upheaval in 17th-Century Salem, Massachusetts, this haunted village is about to welcome Lucy Lawless.Celebrated for such unflinching… Continue reading

In this image released by WGN America, Lucy Lawless portrays Countess Marburg, left, and Janet Montgomery portrays Mary Sibley, in WGN America's breakout hit series "Salem," premiering Sunday, April 5 at 10:00 p.m. ET. (AP Photo/WGN America, William Lothridge)
Make a happy cake

Make a happy cake

Whether you’ve been reading this column for years, or are relatively new to the food pages, you probably have already gathered that of all the… Continue reading

  • Mar 31, 2015
  • By Sue Ade
  • Food
Make a happy cake

Pioneer Potluck: About growing up on the McClure Farm

NORTHERN COLORADO 1937 TO 1955   Growing up on the farm was most exciting around Spring and Easter. Trees were leafing out, some of Mom’s… Continue reading

  • Mar 31, 2015
  • By Grannie Annie
  • Food

Recipes requested

The Peninsula Clarion is seeking recipes that showcase our area’s traditional foods. Do you have a special way of preparing our local fish and game?… Continue reading

This Feb. 23, 2015 photo shows dunderi ricotta dumplings  in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

Dumplings from Jenn, delicious

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — When Portland chef Jenn Louis set out to perfect pasta dumplings in Italy, she was occasionally met with such disdain from… Continue reading

  • Mar 31, 2015
  • By KELLI KENNEDY
  • Food
This Feb. 23, 2015 photo shows dunderi ricotta dumplings  in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)

Business briefs

Chambers set schedules ■ The Soldotna Chamber of Commerce will meet at noon today at Froso’s Restaurant in Soldotna. A presentation from the Alaska Department… Continue reading

Justeena Silas shared this photo of her daughter, Mya Brown, age 8. Justeena writes, "She could fit in the cage with her guinea pig named Sqeaks! Squeaks is about a 1 year old. They are like best buddies!"
Justeena Silas shared this photo of her daughter, Mya Brown, age 8. Justeena writes, "She could fit in the cage with her guinea pig named Sqeaks! Squeaks is about a 1 year old. They are like best buddies!"

It is what it is: A whole new ballgame

It may seem from my last couple of columns — and from conversations with people I meet, social media posts and every other interaction I… Continue reading

Sterling Judo Club earns medals

Sterling Judo Club earns medals

Members of the Sterling Judo Club competed this past weekend in Anchorage. Seven juniors brought back eight medals in the March Madness Judo Tournament hosted… Continue reading

Sterling Judo Club earns medals
Community News and Notes

Community News and Notes

Ryan Traxler and Desiree Carrico announce the birth of their daughter, Seraphina Lyn-Lorraine Traxler, at 2:57 p.m. on Feb. 28, 2015. She weighed 7 pounds,… Continue reading

Community News and Notes

Learning for Life

If you have been keeping up with local and national news headlines, it has become a rarity to read or hear anything inspirational or encouraging.… Continue reading

Ready to serve Two area emergency responders are preparing for another military deployment. Brad Nelson, Health and Safety Officer with the Central Emergency Services, and Sgt. Larry Erickson with the Alaska State Troopers will be deploying with the Alaska Air National Guard to parts of the Middle East in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Nelson was a member of the Alaska State Troopers for 7 years and has been with the Central Emergency Services for the past 7 years. He started his military career as a member of the 176th Security Police Squadron and has been with the Alaska Air National Guard for 20 years. This will be MSgt. Nelson's fourth deployment and he is deploying as the First Sergeant with the 176th Civil Engineering Squadron. Erickson has been with the Alaska State Troopers for 21 ½ years. He started his military career with the United States Marine Corps and has been with the Alaska Air National Guard for the past 9 years. This will be TSgt. Larry Erickson's second deployment and he is deploying with the 176th Operations Support Squadron. Their families wish them a speedy and safe return. (Submitted photo)
Ready to serve Two area emergency responders are preparing for another military deployment. Brad Nelson, Health and Safety Officer with the Central Emergency Services, and Sgt. Larry Erickson with the Alaska State Troopers will be deploying with the Alaska Air National Guard to parts of the Middle East in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Nelson was a member of the Alaska State Troopers for 7 years and has been with the Central Emergency Services for the past 7 years. He started his military career as a member of the 176th Security Police Squadron and has been with the Alaska Air National Guard for 20 years. This will be MSgt. Nelson's fourth deployment and he is deploying as the First Sergeant with the 176th Civil Engineering Squadron. Erickson has been with the Alaska State Troopers for 21 ½ years. He started his military career with the United States Marine Corps and has been with the Alaska Air National Guard for the past 9 years. This will be TSgt. Larry Erickson's second deployment and he is deploying with the 176th Operations Support Squadron. Their families wish them a speedy and safe return. (Submitted photo)
Community News and Notes

Community News and Notes

Alec and Kayla Lindley of Soldotna announce the birth of their son, Karbon Ray Lindley, at 5:42 p.m. on March 2, 2015. He weighed 7.05… Continue reading

Community News and Notes

Here’s the thing: The next big thing

Do you ever feel like you’re on the brink of the next big thing in your life? A big transition. A big decision. When standing… Continue reading

Learning for Life: Finally – it’s seed starting time again!

There are many benefits to gardeners starting their own plants from seed, but none as important as the huge diversity of crops and varieties available… Continue reading

Church news

Share in 'Jerusalem Experience' Do your kids think Easter is all about chocolate bunnies and ham dinners? Do they get more excited about cartoon reruns… Continue reading

Does climate change affect bluff erosion on the Kenai Peninsula?  Find out this Saturday at a free workshop on climate change and what to do about it at the Kenai Peninsula College. (Photo courtesy Kenai National Wildlife Refuge)

Refuge Notebook: Living with climate change in our backyards

Here on the Kenai Peninsula we can all agree that this winter has been strange. The effects of a changing climate are becoming obvious in… Continue reading

Does climate change affect bluff erosion on the Kenai Peninsula?  Find out this Saturday at a free workshop on climate change and what to do about it at the Kenai Peninsula College. (Photo courtesy Kenai National Wildlife Refuge)

An Outdoor View: Handle with care

Author’s note: First of a two-part series, this column was first published by the Clarion on Sept. 3, 2004.A common mistake hereabouts is to freeze… Continue reading