Soldotna publishes annexation info

By examining annexation, the city of Soldotna is hoping to keep its promise of being more inclusive. Earlier this year, city officials assured the public… Continue reading

  • Apr 15, 2015
  • By IAN FOLEY

Walker calls joint legislative session for appointments

JUNEAU — Gov. Bill Walker signed an executive proclamation Wednesday calling the Alaska House and Senate into joint session to take up consideration of his… Continue reading

  • Apr 15, 2015
  • By Becky Bohrer

House amends, then re-passes bill to create marijuana board

JUNEAU — The Alaska House reconsidered legislation it passed to create a new marijuana control board, tweaking it on the floor Wednesday.The new version of… Continue reading

  • Apr 15, 2015
  • By Molly Dischner
Medical administrators look at implications of health care expansion

Medical administrators look at implications of health care expansion

In addition to making an estimated 5,830 Kenai Peninsula residents eligible for Medicaid, the Medicaid expansion being debated in the state legislature could have behind-the-scenes… Continue reading

Medical administrators look at implications of health care expansion
Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion  An officer from the Kenai Police Department talks to a woman as she enters Kenai Central High School on Tuesday April 14, 2015 in Kenai, Alaska. Officers responded to the school after a student received a threatening text and the school was put into lockdown mode.

KCHS put on lockdown

Editors Note: This story has been edited to reflect that the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District was the organization responsible for the new lockdown protocol. … Continue reading

  • Apr 14, 2015
  • By IAN FOLEY
Photo by Rashah McChesney/Peninsula Clarion  An officer from the Kenai Police Department talks to a woman as she enters Kenai Central High School on Tuesday April 14, 2015 in Kenai, Alaska. Officers responded to the school after a student received a threatening text and the school was put into lockdown mode.

Conservation groups push back on federal lands transfer idea

CHEYENNE, Wyo.— Stung by a recent vote in Congress, national conservation groups are mustering opposition to the increasing call from many western states to transfer… Continue reading

  • Apr 14, 2015
  • By BEN NEARY
Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Heather Schaefer puts books away at the Joyce K. Carver Soldotna Public Library Monday, April 13, 2015, in Soldotna, Alaska. She said she noticed there were quite a few books in the book drop that afternoon, but was unsure if it had to do with the Food for Fines program, or that it hadn't been checked yet.

Library collecting food for fines

The Joyce K. Carver Memorial Soldotna Public Library is hoping to relieve hunger and financial stress. For the third year, the library is celebrating National… Continue reading

  • Apr 13, 2015
  • By IAN FOLEY
Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Heather Schaefer puts books away at the Joyce K. Carver Soldotna Public Library Monday, April 13, 2015, in Soldotna, Alaska. She said she noticed there were quite a few books in the book drop that afternoon, but was unsure if it had to do with the Food for Fines program, or that it hadn't been checked yet.

Assembly OK’s fiscal note measure

The Kenai Peninsula Borough has adopted a permanent policy aimed at making the legislative process more transparent. Ordinances and resolutions up for adoption will require… Continue reading

  • Apr 13, 2015
  • By Kelly Sullivan

Governor: Medicaid reform without expansion unacceptable

JUNEAU — Gov. Bill Walker said Monday that he could not support Medicaid reform legislation without Medicaid expansion.In an interview with The Associated Press, Walker… Continue reading

  • Apr 13, 2015
  • By Becky Bohrer

Panel talks to fish board nominees, asks about salmon plan

JUNEAU — A Senate committee held a hearing Monday on the governor’s nominees for the state Board of Fisheries, but the panel held off on… Continue reading

  • Apr 13, 2015
  • By Molly Dischner

Legislative Information Office teleconference schedule for April 14

Tuesday 3:30 p.m.The Senate Community & Regional Affairs Committee will sponsor a public hearing to discuss HB 75 Marijuana Regulation; Clubs; Municipalities; Local Option Election… Continue reading

  • Apr 13, 2015
Business news

Business news

■ The Soldotna Chamber of Commerce will meet at noon today at Froso’s Restaurant in Soldotna. A presentation on the St. Jude Kid’s Radiothon by… Continue reading

  • Apr 13, 2015
Business news
Peninsula Center Mall hosts Easter Bunny & prize filled egg hunt,

Peninsula Center Mall hosts Easter Bunny & prize filled egg hunt,

For the second year in a row, thanks to the Bias family owners of the Peninsula Center Mall the Easter Bunny made a pre-holiday appearance… Continue reading

Peninsula Center Mall hosts Easter Bunny & prize filled egg hunt,
Conway Seavey films new U-tube release.

Conway Seavey films new U-tube release.

The same formula that has earned Mitch and his son Dallas Seavey international fame as multiple extreme sport champions of the Iditarod Sled Dog race… Continue reading

Conway Seavey films new U-tube release.
Alaska's Senior Senator visits Kenai Peninsula

Alaska’s Senior Senator visits Kenai Peninsula

U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski spent Friday, April 3rd on the Kenai Peninsula connecting with a number of constituents from different industries. When the Senate isn’t… Continue reading

Alaska's Senior Senator visits Kenai Peninsula
Kenai Pioneer Ron Malston honored with Melvin Jones award

Kenai Pioneer Ron Malston honored with Melvin Jones award

Long time Kenai resident, Chamber board president and City Mayor Ron Malston was honored at a recent Kenai Chamber of Commerce meeting by the Kenai… Continue reading

Kenai Pioneer Ron Malston honored with Melvin Jones award

Kenai Peninsula College: Around Campus

Jeff Schultz, the official photographer of the Iditarod, will be giving a presentation about some of the experiences detailed in his book, “Chasing Dogs -… Continue reading

  • Apr 12, 2015
  • By Suzie Kendrick
  • Schools

School news

School board to meet The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Board of Education meets at 7 p.m. in the borough building at 148 N. Binkley… Continue reading

State budget still under discussion

JUNEAU, Alaska — Heading into the legislative session in January, two of the big issues were Gov. Bill Walker’s desire to expand Medicaid and the… Continue reading

  • Apr 12, 2015
  • By Becky Bohrer
Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Amanda Ritchie and Rachel Shassetz perform as characters from the Disney movie "Brother Bear" in a "Couples Spotlight" performance of the program Sunday, April 12, 2015, during the 20th Annual Riverskate Competition at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex in Soldotna, Alaska.

Soldotna sweeps skating competition

Team Soldotna ranked first in the three-day Riverskate competition held Friday through Sunday. Alaska’s largest figure skating contest — celebrating its 20th year — drew… Continue reading

  • Apr 12, 2015
  • By Kelly Sullivan
Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Amanda Ritchie and Rachel Shassetz perform as characters from the Disney movie "Brother Bear" in a "Couples Spotlight" performance of the program Sunday, April 12, 2015, during the 20th Annual Riverskate Competition at the Soldotna Regional Sports Complex in Soldotna, Alaska.

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